ARRI Signature 16-32mm T2.8 Zoom Lens with LPL Mount
The ARRI 16-32mm T2.8 is a 16–32mm f/2.8 cinema lens designed for LPL mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
ARRI Signature 16-32mm T2.8 Zoom Lens with LPL Mount
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Lens Overview — ARRI 16-32mm T2.8
Key Features — ARRI 16-32mm T2.8
16-32mm Wide-Angle Zoom: Covers ultra-wide to moderate wide perspectives in a single lens, suited for establishing shots, interiors, and environmental storytelling.
Constant T2.8 Aperture: Maintains T2.8 throughout the entire zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure when reframing or zooming during a shot.
Large Format Coverage: Designed to cover large format sensor sizes, providing a wider imaging circle compatible with cameras like the ARRI ALEXA LF and 65.
LPL Mount: ARRI's Large Positive Lock mount offers a wider throat and shorter flange depth than PL, optimized for large format cinema camera systems.
Manual Focus Design: Precision manual focus ring supports repeatable, accurate focus pulls by a dedicated focus puller in professional cinema workflows.
Cinema-Grade Zoom Mechanism: Smooth, consistent zoom action is built for controlled focal length changes during production without exposure or image shift.
Lens Specifications — ARRI 16-32mm T2.8
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 16–32mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | LPL |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 3.8kg |
Description — ARRI 16-32mm T2.8
The ARRI Signature 16-32mm T2.8 Zoom Lens is a wide-angle cinema zoom spanning 16mm to 32mm, designed for large format camera systems using a PL mount. With a constant maximum aperture of T2.8 across the entire zoom range, cinematographers can move freely through focal lengths without compensating for exposure shifts — a critical advantage during complex, dynamic shots. Focus is manual, supporting the professional cinema standard of precise, controlled focus pulls.
The lens weighs 3.8kg, reflecting the optical engineering required to deliver large format coverage at a constant T2.8 aperture. There is no image stabilization, consistent with professional cinema production practice where camera stability is managed through dedicated support systems. The Camera System classification is Cinema / Video, and the lens type is designated as Cine, confirming its purpose-built role in high-end production environments.
With its PL mount and large format coverage, this zoom is positioned for cinematographers working on productions that demand optical consistency, wide-angle versatility, and professional-grade build quality.
Pros — ARRI 16-32mm T2.8
- ✓Constant T2.8 aperture maintained across the full 16-32mm zoom range ensures consistent exposure throughout the focal length sweep
- ✓Large format coverage provides a wider imaging circle suited to large format cinema camera systems
- ✓Wide-angle focal length range (16-32mm) offers versatile coverage from ultra-wide to moderate wide perspectives
Cons — ARRI 16-32mm T2.8
- ✗At 3.8kg, the lens is significantly heavy, which places demands on camera support systems and operator stamina during handheld or gimbal work
- ✗No image stabilization means all camera movement control must come from external rigging and support
- ✗No filter thread size specified, which may complicate direct front-element filter mounting for DPs who rely on on-lens filtration
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Frequently Asked Questions — ARRI 16-32mm T2.8
What mount does this lens use?+
This lens uses a PL mount, as listed in the specifications. The PL mount is a widely adopted standard in professional cinema camera systems.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The lens has a maximum aperture of T2.8. This T-stop rating reflects a measured light transmission value used in cinema lens specifications.
What sensor format does this lens cover?+
The lens is specified for large format coverage, making it suitable for large format cinema camera systems. No specific image circle diameter is listed in the specifications.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No, this lens is manual focus only. Autofocus is not supported, which is standard for professional cinema lenses designed for dedicated focus pullers.
How much does this lens weigh?+
The lens weighs 3.8kg. This should be factored into decisions about camera support, rigging, and gimbal payload capacity.
Does this lens have image stabilization?+
No, image stabilization is listed as None in the specifications. Camera stability must be achieved through external support and rigging systems.