Angenieux Optimo Prime 135mm T1.8 Lens
The Angenieux 135mm T1.8 is a 135mm f/1.8 cinema lens with PL Mount mount. It features 135mm Telephoto Prime and T1.8 Maximum Aperture. Check GearFocus for current availability with buyer protection and verified sellers.
Angenieux Optimo Prime 135mm T1.8 Lens
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The Angenieux Optimo Prime 135mm is a fixed focal length cinema lens built for full frame coverage and designed around the demands of professional motion picture production. Fitted with a PL Mount, it offers a maximum aperture of T1.8, giving cinematographers the ability to work in lower light conditions and achieve shallower depth of field at this focal length. The lens is a manual focus design with no autofocus or image stabilization, placing control entirely in the hands of the focus puller — exactly as expected in a cinema workflow.
At 1.9kg, it carries a substantial but manageable weight for a lens in this class. The 95mm filter thread size standardizes accessory compatibility across the Optimo Prime range, making it straightforward to share matte boxes and filters between lenses without reconfiguration. The 135mm focal length places this squarely in telephoto territory, well suited to portrait work, compressed backgrounds, and isolating subjects from their environment.
With full frame coverage and a PL Mount interface, this lens integrates naturally into high-end cinema camera systems that use the PL standard. For productions that prioritize consistent lens behavior and a unified system, the Optimo Prime 135mm presents a compelling option in the telephoto range.
135mm Telephoto Prime: Fixed focal length in telephoto territory, well suited to portraiture, subject isolation, and compressed background rendering.
T1.8 Maximum Aperture: Wide maximum aperture allows shooting in lower light conditions and achieves shallow depth of field at this focal length.
Full Frame Coverage: Image circle covers full frame sensors, ensuring compatibility with high-end cinema cameras like the ARRI ALEXA LF and Sony VENICE.
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount provides direct compatibility with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, and Sony.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise focus ring is built for repeatable focus pulls and integrates naturally into dedicated cinema focus pulling workflows.
95mm Filter Thread: Standardized filter thread size shared across the Optimo Prime range, allowing matte boxes and filters to be used interchangeably between lenses on set.
Unified Optimo Prime System: Part of Angenieux's matched prime series, offering consistent color rendition, housing dimensions, and optical character across focal lengths.
1.9kg Build Weight: Substantial but manageable weight for a cinema lens of this class, suitable for use on professional geared rigs and remote heads.
Angenieux 135mm T1.8 Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio, Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 135mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 95mm |
| Weight | 1.9kg |
Description
The Angenieux Optimo Prime 135mm is a prime cinema lens designed for full frame coverage and professional motion picture use. It features a PL Mount and a maximum aperture of T1.8, making it a capable option for telephoto work in controlled or low-light environments. The lens is manual focus only with no autofocus and no image stabilization, conforming to the expectations of dedicated cinema production workflows where a focus puller manages focus throughout a shot.
Weighing 1.9kg, it is a substantial lens suited to professional cinema rigs. The 95mm filter thread standardizes accessory use, allowing cinematographers to share filters and matte boxes across compatible lenses in the Optimo Prime line without needing to swap hardware configurations. At 135mm in the telephoto range, this lens is well positioned for portrait-style framing, subject isolation, and compressed perspective work in both narrative and commercial production contexts.
Pros
- ✓Maximum aperture of T1.8 allows for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field at 135mm
- ✓Full frame lens format ensures compatibility with full frame cinema camera systems
- ✓PL Mount is a widely adopted standard in professional cinema production
- ✓95mm filter thread size enables easy filter and matte box sharing with other lenses in the Optimo Prime series
- ✓Prime lens design with manual focus suits dedicated cinema focus pulling workflows
- ✓Telephoto focal length at 135mm is well suited to portraiture and subject isolation
Cons
- ✗No autofocus — manual focus only, requiring a dedicated focus puller on set
- ✗No image stabilization, which may be a consideration for handheld or gimbal operators
- ✗At 1.9kg, the lens adds significant weight to a camera rig
- ✗Single PL Mount option limits compatibility to cameras equipped with PL Mount bodies
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Frequently Asked Questions
What camera mount does the Angenieux Optimo Prime 135mm use?+
This lens is fitted with a PL Mount, which is the standard interface used across many professional cinema camera systems. It is not compatible with other mount types without an adapter.
Does this lens cover full frame sensors?+
Yes, the Optimo Prime 135mm has a full frame lens format, meaning it is designed to cover full frame cinema sensors without vignetting.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The lens has a maximum aperture of T1.8. This is a T-stop rating, which is the light transmission measurement standard used in cinema lenses.
Does this lens have autofocus or image stabilization?+
No. The Optimo Prime 135mm is a manual focus lens only, with no autofocus capability and no image stabilization. It is designed for traditional cinema production workflows.
What filter thread size does the Optimo Prime 135mm use?+
The lens has a 95mm filter thread size, which is consistent across the Optimo Prime range and allows for straightforward filter and matte box compatibility between lenses in the series.
How heavy is the Angenieux Optimo Prime 135mm?+
The lens weighs 1.9kg. This is worth factoring into your rig build, particularly for handheld or gimbal configurations where weight balance is critical.