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Angenieux Optimo 37-102mm Ultra Compact Lens

The Angenieux 37-102mm Ultra Compact is a 37–102mm f/2.9 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

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Lens Overview — Angenieux 37-102mm Ultra Compact

The Angenieux Optimo 37-102mm Ultra Compact is a PL Mount cinema zoom lens designed for Super 35 format cameras, covering a focal length range from 37mm to 102mm. Built for professional cinema and video production, this lens operates with a maximum aperture of T2.9, offering solid light-gathering capability across its zoom range. At 2.6 kg, it sits on the lighter end of the cinema zoom spectrum, making it a practical choice for operators working with smaller camera rigs, handheld setups, or situations where rigging weight is a concern.

Focus is fully manual, which is standard practice in professional cinema workflows where precise, repeatable focus pulls are handled by a dedicated first assistant using follow focus systems. There is no image stabilization, again consistent with cinema production norms where stabilization is handled at the rig or gimbal level. The lens uses a PL Mount, the industry-standard cinema lens mount, ensuring broad compatibility across professional cinema camera platforms.

The zoom range from 37mm to 102mm covers a versatile standard range, making it well-suited for narrative, documentary, and commercial production work where a single zoom can cover wide to short telephoto perspectives without a lens change.

Key Features — Angenieux 37-102mm Ultra Compact

37-102mm Zoom Range: Covers wide to short telephoto perspectives in a single lens, reducing the need for lens changes on set.

T2.9 Maximum Aperture: Consistent T2.9 aperture across the zoom range provides reliable light gathering and exposure control throughout focal lengths.

PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount compatible with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, Sony, and others.

Super 35 Coverage: Designed to cover the Super 35 format, matching the most widely used sensor size in professional cinema production.

2.6 kg Lightweight Build: At 2.6 kg, this lens is notably compact and light for a professional cinema zoom, making it practical for handheld, gimbal, and smaller rig configurations.

Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise manual focus ring built for repeatable focus pulls using standard follow focus systems in professional cinema workflows.

Lens Specifications — Angenieux 37-102mm Ultra Compact

Angenieux 37-102mm Ultra Compact full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesVideo / Cinematography
Lens TypeCine
FormatSuper 35
Zoom/PrimeZoom
Focal Length37–102mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.9
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Weight2.6kg

Description — Angenieux 37-102mm Ultra Compact

The Angenieux Optimo 37-102mm Ultra Compact is a professional cinema zoom lens built for Super 35 format production. It covers a 37–102mm focal length range, offering a versatile standard zoom that handles everything from wider establishing shots to tighter short-telephoto framings without a lens swap. The lens features a PL Mount, the industry-standard cinema mount, and a maximum aperture of T2.9, providing consistent light transmission across the zoom range.

Weighing in at 2.6 kg, it is designed to be compact relative to other professional cinema zooms, making it a practical option for productions where weight and rig balance are important considerations. Focus is manual, as expected in professional cinema workflows. There is no image stabilization, consistent with the expectation that stabilization is handled externally at the rig level.

With its Super 35 coverage and PL Mount, this lens fits naturally into professional cinema and video camera systems used across narrative, commercial, and documentary productions.

Pros — Angenieux 37-102mm Ultra Compact

  • ✓Versatile 37–102mm focal length range covers wide to short telephoto in a single lens
  • ✓Maximum aperture of T2.9 provides solid light-gathering for a cinema zoom
  • ✓Lightweight at 2.6 kg for a professional cinema zoom lens

Cons — Angenieux 37-102mm Ultra Compact

  • ✗No image stabilization, requiring external stabilization solutions
  • ✗Manual focus only with no autofocus capability
  • ✗Maximum aperture of T2.9 is modest compared to faster cinema primes

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Frequently Asked Questions — Angenieux 37-102mm Ultra Compact

What camera mount does the Angenieux Optimo 37-102mm use?+
The lens uses a PL Mount, the standard professional cinema lens mount. This makes it compatible with a wide range of cinema cameras that accept PL Mount lenses.
What sensor format does this lens cover?+
The Angenieux Optimo 37-102mm is designed for Super 35 format cameras. This is the most widely used sensor format in professional digital cinema production.
Does this lens have autofocus?+
No, this lens is manual focus only. This is standard for professional cinema lenses, where focus is typically controlled by a dedicated focus puller using a follow focus system.
How heavy is the Angenieux Optimo 37-102mm?+
The lens weighs 2.6 kg. For a professional cinema zoom lens, this is relatively compact and lightweight, which can be beneficial for handheld or gimbal-mounted setups.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The maximum aperture is T2.9. This is the T-stop rating used in cinema lenses, which measures actual light transmission rather than the theoretical f-stop value.
Does this lens support a filter thread?+
No filter thread size is listed in the specifications. For filtration, a matte box system would typically be used with this lens in a professional cinema rig.

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