The enhanced Sigma 40mm T1.5 FF Cine Prime PL Mount /i Technologyfrom Sigma 40mm T1.5 FF Cine Prime PL Mount /i Technologycombines the same high-quality optics and mechanics of its FF prime line with a cine-oriented design that includes Cooke /i Technology that provides lens metadata to assist in post and visual effects production. This 40mm prime with a PL mount is a midrange focal length in the series, offering full-frame sensor coverage, 6 to 8K resolution, lens markings in feet, and a T1.5 aperture in a compact, relatively lightweight form.

A common 95mm front diameter and similar physical attributes across the lens line makes it easier and quicker to mount lens accessories such as matte boxes, follow focuses, and lens control motors. The 9-bladed iris produces pleasing out-of-focus bokeh effects and ghosting and flaring have been minimized. Color reproduction is standardized for easier color correction. Each lens in the range offers consistent lens gear positions and 180° of focus barrel rotation. The FF High-Speed Cine Prime lenses also feature a clickless iris with linear markings, dampeners on each gear ring for silent operation, industry-standard 0.8 MOD gear pitch, and engraved markings for durability.

Covers Full-Frame Sensor Size    T1.5 to T16 Aperture Range    Lens Marks in Feet    Supports Cooke /i Technology Metadata    95mm Front Diameter    9-Blade Iris, Clickless Iris Ring    0.8 MOD Focus and Iris Gearing    Suitable for 8K Image Capture

High image performance covering full-frame sensors; suitable for 8K capture

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Work with Panasonic s5?

A: Yes, the Meike 35mm T2.1 FF-Prime Cine Lens (L-Mount) (B&H# MEFF35T21L) utilizes an L-mount bayonet to connect to cameras with an L-mount such as the Panasonic Lumix S5 Mirrorless Camera (B&H# PADCS5): https://bhpho.to/3P1TE0P Since this is an entirely manual lens, aperture (i.e. iris) and focus are controlled by the camera operator (or a motorized servo system, if one is added) twisting the aperture and focus rings on the lens. No EXIF lens data (such as lens model, focal length, or aperture settings) will be automatically recorded by any camera using this lens.

Q: 2. can this lens be used on the blackmagic pocket cinema 6k?

A: Yes. But a lens adapter is requires please review the following. https://bhpho.to/3HDCrXQ

Q: 3. It says this kit comes with a set of EF adapters/shims (like the Vespids did). However, it lists those adapters as being compatible with “Vespid, Catta Acr and Gnosis lenses”. Will these lenses in fact adapt to an EF mount and be compatible with a BMPCC 6K Pro?

A: Yes, the DZOFilm EF-Mount Tool Kit for Vespid, Catta Ace, Gnosis Lenses, BH #DZOACC1MEF, is a compatible EF adapter for the DZOFilm Arles FF/VV Prime Cine 5-Lens Set (ARRI PL).

Q: 4. I had the same question, “Is the case is included with the 5-lens kit?” When I ordered the 5-lens kit on 06/14/24 it was listed.

A: No, there is no case included in the DZOFilm Arles FF/VV Prime Cine 5-Lens Set (ARRI PL). Cases will be available at a later time.

Q: 5. These lenses vs the Rokinin cine lenses? What would the difference be exactly?

A: The Rokinon's have faster apertures The Meike lenses are smaller and have longer focus throws (which makes them more accurate to focus). It is also worth noting that Rokinon has several lines of cinema lenses from their DS series to their Xeen and Xeen CF. The Meike are closest to the Xeen CF in build quality. The Meike are compact sturdy lenses.

Q: 6. Can this line of cine lenses be used with Metabones XL?

A: The mount on the Lens is and EF mount and can be mounted on standard EF mount cameras or adapters

Q: 7. Does this really have a 90mm outer diameter? I thought that it was 85mm but the item description says 90mm. Is this a mistake?

A: The product has a 90mm front diameter and an 82mm filter thread, as that thread is found on the inner part of the front end of the lens.

Q: 8. Is there a matte box that fits this lens?

A: Yes there is. Here is a compatible matte box from a selection of several we offer: Wooden Camera 2-Stage Clamp-On 4 x 5.65" Zip Box (80-85mm) B&H # WO241600: https://bhpho.to/3wUawfV

Q: 9. Will this lens work with the Sony NEX 7?

A: Yes it will. The Sony NEX-7 is an E-Mount camera, this lens is compatible.

Q: 10. Do these lenses transmit exif data or metadata to camera?

A: No, the Canon 35 mm Sumire Prime T1.5 (PL Mount, Feet) does not support sending EXIF Metadata to the connected camera.