Zeiss CP.3 85mm T2.1 Compact Prime Cine Lens for Canon EF, Feet

SKU: ZICP38521EF MFR: 2178-039
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning visuals with this 85mm Zeiss CP.3 Cine Lens' exceptional image quality.
  • Achieve beautiful bokeh with the T2.1 aperture, perfect for cinematic storytelling.
  • Enjoy smooth focus pulls with the precise manual focus and 300-degree rotation.
  • The Canon EF mount ensures compatibility with a wide range of professional cameras.
  • Create sharp, detailed shots with this lens designed for VistaVision/Full Frame sensors.
  • Benefit from the robust build quality, ideal for demanding film and video productions.
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Zeiss CP.3 Specifications

  • Lens Format

    VistaVision/Full Frame

  • Aperture

    T2.1 to T22

  • Close Focus

    1m (3.28')

  • Horizontal Angle of View

    Full Frame: 24 deg.
    APS-H: 20 deg.
    Super 35: 17 deg.
    Normal 35: 15 deg.
    APS-C: 15 deg.
    MFT: 12 deg.

  • Focal Length

    85mm

  • Image Circle

    43.2mm

  • Focus Rotation

    300 deg.

  • Iris Blades

    15

  • Focus Scales

    Feet

  • Mount

    Canon EF

  • Length

    83.7mm (3.30")

  • Front Diameter

    95mm (3.74")

  • Weight

    1.9 lbs (0.86kg)

  • UPC Code

    4047865904551

About Zeiss CP.3

While the digital revolution has reshaped the landscape of filmmaking, the Zeiss CP.3 85mm T2.1 Compact Prime Cine Lens for Canon EF, Feet, stands as a testament to the seamless blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology. This high-performance cine lens is designed to keep pace with the evolving technology, offering a versatile, cost-effective, and advanced solution for both production and post-production workflows.

The Zeiss CP.3 family is a testament to Zeiss's commitment to fostering creative and progressive filmmaking. This lens set is not only affordable and future-proof but also exudes premium quality, a hallmark of Zeiss products. The CP.3 lenses deliver the perfect fusion of high image quality and reliable usability, showcasing the clean, crisp characteristics that Zeiss is renowned for.

Equipped with an interchangeable mount system and full-frame coverage, these lenses are compatible with a broader range of cameras and mount types than any other cine lens in the market. From wide-angle to telephoto, the ten focal lengths available in the Zeiss Compact Prime CP.3 series cater to all applications.

The CP.3 lenses are designed with advanced lens coatings, painted lens rims, and special light traps within the barrel to eliminate unwanted veiling glare and flares. The result is a higher contrast, richer blacks, and more saturated colors, providing a true cine look.

The Zeiss CP.3 lenses are more than just a toolset; they are a professional companion that simplifies your work on set. Their easy handling, quick equipment changeover, and creative freedom allow your ideas to come to life. The standardized positioning of the focus rings and a consistent 95mm front diameter facilitate fast and easy changeover on set.

The compact and lightweight design of the CP.3 lenses makes them ideal for handheld, gimbal, drone, and Steadicam applications. The consistent size and weight across most of the focal lengths enable quick lens changes when used on drones and gimbals.

The Zeiss extended Data technology provides real-time information about the lens' distortion and shading characteristics. This feature digitally captures the lens settings on every frame, eliminating the need to manually record the lens settings for every shot.

The CP.3 lenses are equipped with an easy-to-operate, interchangeable mount system, offering a future-proof solution in today's rapidly changing camera market. The lenses cover a full-frame image format without vignetting, ensuring future-proof performance with full-frame coverage.

In conclusion, the Zeiss CP.3 85mm T2.1 Compact Prime Cine Lens for Canon EF, Feet, is a perfect blend of high-resolution optics, robust construction, and innovative technology, designed to meet the demands of modern filmmaking.

Zeiss CP.3 Features

  • High-performance Zeiss CP.3 85mm T2.1 Compact Prime Cine Lens for Canon EF, Feet, designed for modern filmmaking
  • Features interchangeable mount system and full-frame coverage for broad compatibility with cameras and mount types
  • Advanced lens coatings, painted lens rims, and special light traps for higher contrast, richer blacks, and more saturated colors
  • Compact and lightweight design ideal for handheld, gimbal, drone, and Steadicam applications
  • Equipped with Zeiss extended Data technology for real-time information about lens' distortion and shading characteristics
  • Future-proof design with interchangeable mount system, covering a full-frame image format without vignetting

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning visuals with this 85mm Zeiss CP.3 Cine Lens' exceptional image quality.
  • Achieve beautiful bokeh with the T2.1 aperture, perfect for cinematic storytelling.
  • Enjoy smooth focus pulls with the precise manual focus and 300-degree rotation.
  • The Canon EF mount ensures compatibility with a wide range of professional cameras.
  • Create sharp, detailed shots with this lens designed for VistaVision/Full Frame sensors.
  • Benefit from the robust build quality, ideal for demanding film and video productions.

What's in the box:

  • Zeiss 85mm T2.1 CP.3 Compact Prime Cine Lens (Feet) with Canon EF Mount
  • Zeiss 2 Year Warranty