DZOFilm Tango S35 Cinema Zoom Lens Duo with ARRI PL & Canon EF Mounts
The DZOFilm Cinema Zoom Lens Duo is a 18–280mm f/2.9 lens designed for PL Mount, Canon EF mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
DZOFilm Tango S35 Cinema Zoom Lens Duo with ARRI PL & Canon EF Mounts
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Lens Overview — DZOFilm Cinema Zoom Lens Duo
Key Features — DZOFilm Cinema Zoom Lens Duo
18–280mm Duo Coverage: Two-lens kit spans wide-angle through long telephoto in a single matched set, eliminating coverage gaps across common cinema focal lengths.
Constant T2.9 Aperture: Maximum aperture holds at T2.9 across the full 18–280mm range of both lenses, ensuring consistent exposure when zooming.
Super 35 Image Circle: Designed to cover the Super 35 format, one of the most widely used sensor sizes in professional cinema cameras.
Dual Mount Included: Ships with both ARRI PL and Canon EF mounts, allowing deployment across a broad range of cinema cameras without additional purchases.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth manual focus operation on both lenses supports precise, repeatable focus pulls suited to scripted narrative and controlled production workflows.
Matched 95mm Filter Thread: Both lenses share a 95mm front filter thread, making it straightforward to use consistent filtration across the entire kit.
Lens Specifications — DZOFilm Cinema Zoom Lens Duo
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 18–280mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.9 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount, Canon EF |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 95mm |
Description — DZOFilm Cinema Zoom Lens Duo
The DZOFilm Tango S35 Cinema Zoom Lens Duo brings together two manual-focus cinema zoom lenses with a combined focal length range of 18mm to 280mm, covering everything from wide-angle to long telephoto in a single matched kit. Both lenses share a maximum aperture of f/2.9 and are built around Super 35 format coverage, making them well-matched to the sensor size found in many professional cinema cameras. The duo ships with both ARRI PL and Canon EF mounts included, giving filmmakers immediate flexibility across a wide range of camera platforms.
A shared 95mm filter thread across both lenses means a single set of matched filters can be used throughout a production without adapters or compromise. Focus is fully manual, consistent with the demands of scripted cinema work. The combined kit weight is 4kg, which is an important consideration when building out a rig or selecting support systems.
No image stabilization is included, in keeping with standard cinema lens design conventions.
Pros — DZOFilm Cinema Zoom Lens Duo
- ✓Wide maximum aperture of f/2.9 across the full 18–280mm focal length range of the duo
- ✓Super 35 lens format coverage suits one of the most common professional cinema sensor sizes
- ✓Includes both ARRI PL and Canon EF mounts, broadening camera compatibility without extra cost
Cons — DZOFilm Cinema Zoom Lens Duo
- ✗No autofocus capability, limiting usability in run-and-gun or documentary-style shooting
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring external stabilization solutions for handheld or moving shots
- ✗Combined kit weight of 4kg demands a robust support system and adds to overall rig weight
Frequently Asked Questions — DZOFilm Cinema Zoom Lens Duo
What mounts are included with this lens duo?+
The kit includes both ARRI PL and Canon EF mounts, as listed in the specifications. This allows the lenses to be used on a broad range of cinema cameras compatible with either mount standard.
What sensor format do these lenses cover?+
Both lenses in the Tango S35 duo are designed for Super 35 format coverage, as specified in the lens format field. This aligns with one of the most widely used sensor sizes in professional cinema production.
What is the combined focal length range of the two-lens kit?+
The duo spans 18mm to 280mm, as indicated by the minimum and maximum focal length specifications. This range covers wide-angle through long telephoto focal lengths.
Do these lenses support autofocus?+
No. Both lenses are manual focus only, with autofocus listed as false in the specifications. They are intended for cinema production workflows where manual focus control is standard practice.
What filter thread size do these lenses use?+
Both lenses share a 95mm filter thread size, as noted in the specifications. This makes it practical to use the same set of filters across both lenses in the kit.
How much does the lens duo weigh?+
The kit has a combined weight of 4kg according to the specifications. This should be factored into decisions about support systems, rigs, and overall camera package weight.