Building on the success of the well-regarded CP.2 lenses, ZEISS CP.3 85mm T2.1 Lens Sony E Mount Feetoffer the same full-frame sensor coverage and classic ZEISS look in an updated form factor and with improved mechanics and lens coatings. This 85mm 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 50mm 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 a Sony E 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 85mm T2.1 Lens Sony E Mount FeetWhile 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    Sony E 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. Will this work if I attach it to the Metabones Speedbooster for EF to MFT?

A: Yes, that will work. However, in order to ensure the focus marks are accurate on the lens, it may be advantageous to get this lens with the ZEISS MFT Interchangeable Mount Set.

Q: 2. Does this set come with a case?

A: The ZEISS CP.3 5-Lens Set (Canon EF Mount) does not come with a case. ZEISS Premium PELI Air Case for CP.3 5-Lens Set https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1339322-REG/zeiss_2219_364_peli_air_transport_case.html

Q: 3. Does it come with a case?

A: No, the ZEISS CP.3 25mm T2.1 Compact Prime Lens (MFT Mount, Feet) does not come with a case.

Q: 4. Is this lens compatible with Sony 6500 Premium E-mount APS-C Camera?

A: Yes, you can use the ZEISS Compact Prime CP.3 lens with E mount on this camera. There is no communication with the camera however and no EXIF data transferred to the file.

Q: 5. Are these compatible with Arri Alexa Mini LF?

A: You will need to use an adapter, as the Alexa Mini LF has a LPL mount, while these lenses have a PL mount. This is the adapter from Arri that you can use: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1389656-REG/arri_k2_0016936_arri_lpl_mount_pl.html

Q: 6. Is there a way to substitute a lens in the kit?

A: Cinema lens kits are sold in color and contrast matched sets firstly. Secondly, we are not able to substitute lenses in a lens set.

Q: 7. Will this set be available with a Nikon f mount?

A: Like the Compact Prime CP.2 lenses, the new CP.3 family is also available to purchase as an F-mount. These are a special order item with a 6-8 week lead time. Alternatively, you can purchase the lens with a PL or EF mount, then change the mount by adding the IMS F-mount accessory.

Q: 8. What is the closest focusing distance?

A: 0.26M | 10''

Q: 9. What size threads are on the lens support brackets on these lenses?

A: Unfortunately, the ZEISS lenses in the above lens kit do not have filter threads and is not designed to accept screw-in filters.  You would have to use square/rectangular filters in a matte box for the lenses in the above kit.

Q: 10. do they work with the blackmagic Design Studio Camera? and which follow focus do i need for this lens and camera?

A: yes these lenses are MFT mount and will work on the MFT mount Blackmagic studio camera