ARRI Master Prime Lens 135mm (PL, Metrics)
The ARRI 135mm is a 135mm f/1.3 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
ARRI Master Prime Lens 135mm (PL, Metrics)
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Lens Overview — ARRI 135mm
Key Features — ARRI 135mm
T1.3 Maximum Aperture: A fast T1.3 stop allows for shallow depth of field and strong performance in low-light shooting conditions.
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema mount ensures compatibility with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, Sony, and others.
135mm Fixed Focal Length: Telephoto prime coverage well-suited for close-up portraiture, interview setups, and compressed-perspective shots.
Super 35 Coverage: Optimized for Super 35 sensor format, one of the most widely used formats in digital cinema production.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise manual focus ring built for repeatable focus pulls when used with follow-focus systems and dedicated focus pullers.
2.81kg Build: Substantial, consistent weight that integrates predictably into lens packages balanced on professional rigs and gimbals.
Lens Specifications — ARRI 135mm
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 135mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.3 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 2.81kg |
Description — ARRI 135mm
The ARRI Master Prime 135mm is a prime cinema lens with a fixed 135mm focal length, designed for use with Super 35 format cinema cameras. It features a PL Mount, the industry-standard mount for professional cinema bodies, and offers a maximum aperture of T1.3, enabling strong performance in lower light conditions and the ability to achieve a shallow depth of field. Focusing is manual only, with no autofocus system — a deliberate design choice that aligns with how professional productions manage focus via dedicated operators and follow-focus equipment.
The lens carries a telephoto focal length classification and falls within the Cinema / Video camera system category. At 2.81kg, it has a substantial build consistent with the demands of professional cinema production. With no image stabilization and no zoom function, the 135mm Master Prime is a purpose-built tool for cinematographers who prioritize optical precision and consistency at this focal length within a PL Mount lens package.
Pros — ARRI 135mm
- ✓Fast T1.3 maximum aperture enables shallow depth of field and strong low-light performance
- ✓PL Mount provides compatibility with a wide range of professional cinema camera bodies
- ✓Optimized for Super 35 format, one of the most prevalent sensor sizes in digital cinema
Cons — ARRI 135mm
- ✗At 2.81kg, the lens is substantial and may require additional support rigging
- ✗No image stabilization, which is expected for cinema primes but worth noting for handheld work
- ✗Fixed 135mm focal length offers no zoom flexibility, requiring lens swaps for different framings
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Frequently Asked Questions — ARRI 135mm
What camera mount does the ARRI Master Prime 135mm use?+
The lens uses a PL Mount, which is the standard mount across many professional cinema camera systems. This makes it compatible with cameras that accept PL Mount lenses.
What sensor format is the ARRI Master Prime 135mm designed for?+
The lens is designed for the Super 35 format, as listed in its specifications. It is optimized to cover this sensor size, which is widely used in digital cinema production.
Does the ARRI Master Prime 135mm support autofocus?+
No. The lens is manual focus only, with no autofocus capability. This is consistent with professional cinema lens design, where focus is typically handled by a dedicated focus puller using follow-focus systems.
What is the maximum aperture of the ARRI Master Prime 135mm?+
The maximum aperture is T1.3. This T-stop rating reflects the lens's light transmission and is the standard measurement used for cinema lenses.
How much does the ARRI Master Prime 135mm weigh?+
The lens weighs 2.81kg. This is a meaningful consideration when planning camera rigs, support systems, and operator fatigue on longer shooting days.
Is the ARRI Master Prime 135mm a zoom or prime lens?+
It is a prime lens with a fixed focal length of 135mm. There is no zoom capability, so it delivers a single, consistent field of view suited to telephoto framing in cinema applications.