CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 Macro Cine Lens
The CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 PL is a 75mm f/2.8 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 Macro Cine Lens
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Lens Overview — CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 PL
Key Features — CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 PL
75mm Prime Focal Length: A fixed standard focal length well-suited for close-up detail and product work without extreme perspective distortion.
T2.8 Maximum Aperture: Solid light transmission for a macro cine lens, allowing for controlled shallow depth of field in close-focus situations.
Macro Capability: Designed for extreme close-up shooting, making it practical for detail-oriented cinematography such as product, nature, or insert shots.
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount compatible with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, and other major cinema brands.
Super 35 Coverage: Image circle sized for Super 35, matching the most widely used sensor format in professional cinema production.
Manual Focus Design: Focus-only operation with no autofocus, built to support repeatable, precise focus pulls by a dedicated focus puller on set.
Lens Specifications — CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 PL
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Macro, Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Macro |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 75mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 95mm |
Description — CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 PL
The CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 Macro Cine Lens is a prime lens purpose-built for cinema and video production, covering a Super 35 sensor format via a PL Mount connection. Operating at a maximum aperture of T2.8, it delivers consistent light transmission suitable for a range of production lighting conditions. At 75mm, it occupies the standard focal length range, giving cinematographers a natural perspective for macro subject work.
Focus is entirely manual, placing control directly in the hands of a focus puller — the standard approach on professional cinema sets. The lens features a 95mm filter thread up front, accommodating large-diameter filters and professional matte box systems without the need for step-up rings. Weighing 1000g, it has the heft expected of a professional cinema prime and will need to be properly balanced on whichever rig it is mounted to. Image stabilization is not included, so stable capture depends on the support system used.
Classified as a macro type lens in the standard focal length range, the CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 is designed for productions requiring close-up precision on Super 35 cinema cameras.
Pros — CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 PL
- ✓T2.8 maximum aperture provides solid light transmission for a macro cine lens
- ✓PL Mount ensures broad compatibility with professional cinema camera systems
- ✓Super 35 sensor coverage suits the most widely used cinema camera format
Cons — CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 PL
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring stabilized rigs for handheld or moving shots
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus option for operators who need it
- ✗Single PL Mount option limits use to cinema camera systems; no photo-mount variant listed
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Frequently Asked Questions — CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 PL
What camera mount does this lens use?+
The CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 Macro Cine Lens uses a PL Mount, the standard mount found on professional cinema cameras. No other mount options are listed in the specifications.
What sensor size does this lens cover?+
The lens is designed to cover a Super 35 sensor format. It is not specified for larger formats, so verify compatibility if you are shooting on a camera with a sensor larger than Super 35.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No, this lens is manual focus only. It is designed for cinema production workflows where a dedicated focus puller operates the lens, and no autofocus mechanism is included.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The maximum aperture is T2.8, expressed as a T-stop which accounts for actual light transmission through the lens — the standard measurement used in cinema lenses.
What filter size does the CHIOPT 75mm T2.8 accept?+
The lens has a 95mm filter thread, which is a large front element diameter common on professional cinema lenses and compatible with most professional matte box systems.
How heavy is this lens?+
The lens weighs 1000g. This is a substantial weight that should be accounted for when planning your rig balance and support system.