Building on the success of the well-regarded CP.2 lenses, ZEISS CP.3 50mm T2.1 Lens PL Mount Compact Primeoffer the same full-frame sensor coverage and classic ZEISS look in an updated form factor and with improved mechanics and lens coatings. This 50mm Compact Prime lens is derived from the same classic optical formula as the preceding CP.2 variant and shares the same physical length as the 15, 18, 21, 25, 28, 35, and 85mm CP.3 lenses while maintaining identical focus and iris gear positioning with the entire set of CP.3 lenses, relative to the mount. All CP.3 lenses also share the same 95mm front diameter. Similar physical attributes across the lens line makes fitting lens accessories such as matte boxes, follow focuses, lens supports, and lens control motors easier and less time consuming.

Another feature handed down from the preceding CP.2 lenses is the interchangeable mounts. This lens comes with an PL mount installed. Though, if you wish to fit your CP.3 lens to a different camera, the lens mount can be swapped by the user for a separately available mount of a different kind. If you like the bokeh in your images to be round, even after stopping down, you will be pleased to know that the 14-bladed iris, made famous by the CP.2 lenses, has been retained.

ZEISS CP.3 50mm T2.1 Lens PL Mount Compact PrimeWhile the CP.3 lenses are designed for a degree of user-serviceability regarding the mount, for ideal performance and calibration, B&H recommends that mount swaps and other lens adjustments be done by a trained lens technician at a service center.

Covers Full-Frame Format    PL Mount    T2.1 to T22 Aperture Range    Geared Focus and Iris Control Rings    Clickless Iris Ring    14-Blade Iris    Classic ZEISS Image Rendering    Improved Ergonomics Over Last-Gen CP.2    New Lens Coatings for Enhanced Contrast    Lens Scale Marked in Feet

Zeiss lenses are known for their clean and crisp image rendering. The CP.3 series of lenses is no different. This CP.3 lens will accurately color-match to other Zeiss cinema lenses inside and out of the CP.3 range. The CP.3 lenses feature improved lens coatings and anti-reflection masking over the CP.2 range for increased contrast and reduced flare, important for capturing content with the intent of an HDR-format release.

For enhanced ergonomics over the previous-generation CP.2 lenses, the CP.3 lens barrel has been reshaped to be more similar to the renowned Zeiss Ultra Prime lenses. This new shape is easier to handle, and takes up less physical space than the original Compact Prime design. An even weight distribution ensures that these lenses will be at home handheld, locked down on a tripod, or flown on a Steadicam or motorized gimbal.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is EF mount an option with extended data support?

A: The EF mount does not support the Cooke /i Technology protocol, so transferring meta data with this mount type is not possible. However, the meta data can be captured through the 4-pin Lemo connector on the lens barrel using Ambient's Master Lock-It Plus. For more information, please visit: https://www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/int/cinematography/content/extended-data.html.

Q: 2. How many degrees is the focus throw?

A: 300 degrees

Q: 3. Does this support 8K?

A: The ZEISS CP.3 50mm T2.1 Compact Prime Lens (Canon EF Mount, Feet) (B&H# ZECP350T29EF) offers a degree of sharpness that will be appropriate for 8K resolution video.

Q: 4. Excuse me, which uv protecting glass can be usd with ZEISS Cp.3?

A: Like any cinema lens, the ZEISS Compact Prime CP.3 do not accept screw-in filters. Instead, filtration is provided via matte boxes and cut filters.

Q: 5. can fixed uv filter?

A: It is not possible to fit a UV filter to the ZEISS Compact Prime CP.3 lenses. Like most cine lenses, they are designed for use with a matte box and cut filters.

Q: 6. Will this provide lens data such as iris t-stop/f-stop to any camera with an electronic EF mount?

A: The ZEISS CP.3 lens you are referencing has a PL mount and the meta data can be read by any PL type camera using the Cooke i/technology interface. The meta data is also accessible via the side port and can be read by such devices like the Ambient Master Lockit Plus. This would be the option when the CP.3 is fixed with an EF mount.

Q: 7. Will this work with the FX3?

A: Yes, the ZEISS CP.3 35mm T2.1 Compact Prime Lens (Sony E Mount, Feet) is compatible with the Sony FX3.

Q: 8. What’s the image stabilization like on these lenses? Is it harder to maintain a smooth shot in comparison to some other 35’s?

A: The Carl Zeiss CP.3 cinema lenses have no stabilization whatsoever.

Q: 9. do these have a front thread?

A: Zeiss CP.3 Lenses do not have a front thread.

Q: 10. Will this lens transmit information required for auto-focus, auto iris, stabilization and distance/f-stop info in viewfinder?

A: This mount version has no electronic communication.