ARRI Signature Prime Lens - 95mm T1.8
The ARRI 95mm T1.8 is a 95mm f/1.8 cinema lens designed for LPL mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
ARRI Signature Prime Lens - 95mm T1.8
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Lens Overview — ARRI 95mm T1.8
Key Features — ARRI 95mm T1.8
Large Format Coverage: Covers sensors larger than Super 35, making it compatible with cameras like the ARRI ALEXA LF, ALEXA Mini LF, and similar large format cinema systems.
T1.8 Maximum Aperture: Wide maximum aperture allows for shallow depth of field and strong light-gathering in demanding lighting conditions on set.
95mm Focal Length: A standard-range focal length on large format that suits portrait work, close character coverage, and mid-range scene composition.
LPL Mount: ARRI's large format cinema mount, natively designed for the ALEXA LF and ALEXA Mini LF, with an LPL-to-PL adapter available for Super 35 camera compatibility.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise manual focus ring with consistent torque built for repeatable focus pulls in professional cinema workflows.
Matched Set Consistency: Part of ARRI's Signature Prime series, sharing unified color rendition, breathing characteristics, and housing design across focal lengths.
Lens Specifications — ARRI 95mm T1.8
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Fashion, Documentary, Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 95mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | LPL |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 2.4kg |
Description — ARRI 95mm T1.8
The ARRI Signature Prime 95mm T1.8 is a large format cinema prime lens designed for professional motion picture production. Built around the PL Mount, it integrates seamlessly into professional cinema camera ecosystems. With a large format lens coverage designation, it supports the expanded sensor sizes found in modern high-end cinema cameras, giving filmmakers greater flexibility in their chosen frame.
The lens operates at a maximum aperture of T1.8, providing strong light transmission for controlled depth of field work and challenging lighting conditions. Focus is manual, placing precise control in the hands of a dedicated focus puller — the standard operating procedure on professional sets. The lens is classified as a prime in the standard focal length range at 95mm, making it a natural choice for close character work and mid-range compositional needs.
Weighing 2.4kg, it is a substantial optic suited for properly supported cinema rigs. No image stabilization is present, and no filter thread is listed in the specifications. It is categorized under the Cinema and Video camera system, confirming its purpose-built professional cinema application.
Pros — ARRI 95mm T1.8
- ✓Wide T1.8 maximum aperture provides strong light-gathering capability for large format cinema work
- ✓PL Mount ensures broad compatibility across professional cinema camera systems
- ✓Large format coverage supports modern sensors beyond the traditional Super 35 frame
Cons — ARRI 95mm T1.8
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring stable rigging or support systems on set
- ✗At 2.4kg, the lens is a significant load for handheld or lightweight gimbal setups
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus option for run-and-gun or documentary workflows
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Frequently Asked Questions — ARRI 95mm T1.8
What camera mount does the ARRI Signature Prime 95mm use?+
The lens uses a PL Mount, which is the standard mount used across professional cinema cameras. This makes it compatible with a wide range of cinema camera systems that accept PL Mount lenses.
What sensor size does this lens cover?+
The ARRI Signature Prime 95mm is designed for large format coverage, as listed in its specifications. This means it is built to cover sensor sizes at or beyond full frame, supporting modern large format cinema cameras.
Does the ARRI Signature Prime 95mm T1.8 have autofocus?+
No, this lens is manual focus only. This is consistent with professional cinema lens design, where focus pullers operate the lens with precision control rather than relying on autofocus systems.
How heavy is the ARRI Signature Prime 95mm?+
The lens weighs 2.4kg. This should be factored into rig balancing, support system selection, and gimbal payload calculations when planning a shoot.
Can I use a screw-in filter with this lens?+
No filter thread size is listed in the specifications for this lens, so direct screw-in filtration is not supported. A matte box is the recommended approach for adding filtration on set.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The maximum aperture is T1.8, expressed as a T-stop, which measures actual light transmission through the lens. This is the value to use when setting exposure on a cinema camera.