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DZOFilm PAVO 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic Prime Lens

The DZOFilm 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic is a 55mm f/2.1 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

DZOFilm PAVO 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic Prime Lens

DZOFilm PAVO 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic Prime Lens

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Lens Overview — DZOFilm 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic

The DZOFilm PAVO 55mm T2.1 is an anamorphic prime lens built for the cinema and video market, designed around a Super 35 sensor format. With a maximum aperture of T2.1, it offers solid low-light capability for a dedicated anamorphic optic, giving cinematographers meaningful exposure flexibility on set. The lens is a true prime at 55mm, sitting comfortably in the standard focal length range, making it well-suited for dialogue scenes, medium shots, and a broad range of narrative applications on Super 35 camera systems.

It mounts via PL Mount, the industry-standard cinema mount found on a wide range of professional cinema cameras, ensuring compatibility across common professional production setups. Manual focus is the sole focusing method, which is standard practice in professional cinema workflows where a dedicated focus puller operates the lens via a follow focus system. The lens weighs 1300g and accepts 86mm front filters.

Image stabilization is not featured, again consistent with cinema production norms where cameras are typically stabilized at the rig or support level. The PAVO 55mm is a purpose-built tool for cinematographers who want the anamorphic look on a Super 35 platform.

Key Features — DZOFilm 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic

2x Anamorphic Squeeze: A 2x squeeze ratio delivers the wide, cinematic frame, oval bokeh, and horizontal lens flares characteristic of the anamorphic look.

T2.1 Maximum Aperture: A fast T2.1 stop provides strong light-gathering capability, meaningful for anamorphic glass which typically sacrifices speed compared to spherical primes.

55mm Standard Focal Length: Sits in the standard focal length range, making it a versatile choice for dialogue scenes, medium shots, and general narrative cinematography.

Super 35 Format Coverage: Designed to cover the Super 35 sensor size, matching the most common format used in professional cinema production.

PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema mount ensures compatibility with professional cameras from ARRI, RED, Sony, and other major cinema manufacturers.

Manual Focus Design: Built for cinema focus-pulling workflows, with a manual focus ring compatible with standard follow focus systems.

Lens Specifications — DZOFilm 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic

DZOFilm 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesDocumentary, Video / Cinematography, Creative Effects
Lens TypeAnamorphic
FormatSuper 35
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length55mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.1
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Filter Thread86mm

Description — DZOFilm 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic

The DZOFilm PAVO 55mm T2.1 is a dedicated anamorphic prime lens engineered for Cinema / Video camera systems. It is built around a Super 35 sensor format and features a PL Mount, placing it squarely in professional cinema production territory. With a maximum aperture of T2.1, the lens delivers meaningful light-gathering performance for an anamorphic optic, supporting cinematic shooting in a range of lighting conditions.

The fixed 55mm focal length places it in the standard focal length range, making it a natural fit for a broad array of shooting scenarios from intimate dialogue to environmental medium shots. Focusing is entirely manual, in keeping with cinema industry norms where precise, controlled focus pulling is handled by dedicated crew. The lens weighs 1300g and features an 86mm front filter thread for integration with standard cinema filtration systems. Image stabilization is not present, consistent with the expectation that cinema rigs provide stabilization at the support level.

The PAVO 55mm is a straightforward, specification-driven tool for cinematographers working in the Super 35 anamorphic space.

Pros — DZOFilm 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic

  • ✓T2.1 maximum aperture provides strong light-gathering for an anamorphic prime
  • ✓PL Mount ensures broad compatibility with professional cinema camera systems
  • ✓Super 35 format coverage matches the most common sensor size in professional cinema production

Cons — DZOFilm 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic

  • ✗At 1300g, the lens adds meaningful weight to a camera rig, which may be a consideration for gimbal or handheld builds
  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus option for run-and-gun or documentary-style shooting
  • ✗Single PL Mount configuration limits use to compatible cinema camera bodies

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Frequently Asked Questions — DZOFilm 55mm T2.1 2x Anamorphic

What camera mount does the DZOFilm PAVO 55mm T2.1 use?+
The PAVO 55mm uses a PL Mount, which is the standard mount found on professional cinema cameras. This makes it compatible with a wide range of cinema camera bodies that accept PL-mounted lenses.
What sensor format does this lens cover?+
The PAVO 55mm is designed to cover a Super 35 sensor format. It is not specified for use with larger format sensors, so compatibility should be verified against your specific camera's sensor size.
Does the DZOFilm PAVO 55mm T2.1 have autofocus?+
No, this lens is manual focus only. This is consistent with professional cinema production practice, where focus is typically controlled by a dedicated focus puller using a follow focus system.
What filter size does the PAVO 55mm accept?+
The lens features an 86mm front filter thread, allowing use of standard 86mm screw-in filters for filtration and exposure control.
How heavy is the DZOFilm PAVO 55mm T2.1?+
The lens weighs 1300g. This should be factored into your rig and support system planning, particularly for gimbal or handheld configurations where total payload weight is a key consideration.
What type of lens is the PAVO 55mm — zoom or prime?+
The PAVO 55mm is a prime lens with a fixed focal length of 55mm. It is classified as a standard focal length and is part of DZOFilm's anamorphic cinema lens lineup.

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