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Leitz Cine 50mm Prime Lens LPL Mount

The Leitz 50mm Prime Lens is a 50mm f/1.8 cinema lens designed for LPL mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Leitz Cine 50mm Prime Lens LPL Mount

Leitz Cine 50mm Prime Lens LPL Mount

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Lens Overview — Leitz 50mm Prime Lens

The Leitz Cine 50mm Prime Lens in LPL Mount is a manual-focus cinema prime designed for full-frame coverage, sitting squarely in the standard focal length range. Built for the Cinema / Video camera system, this lens carries a maximum aperture of T1.8 — consistent with the broader Leitz Cine Prime series — making it a practical choice for controlled exposure across multi-lens productions. The lens mounts via PL Mount and is engineered around a full-frame image circle, ensuring compatibility with large-format cinema cameras that demand expansive coverage.

At 1,300 grams, the lens has a substantial, professional-grade build that telegraphs its intended use on serious cinema rigs. The 95mm filter thread accommodates large-format filtration needs, while the fixed 50mm focal length keeps the optical path optimized for a single, dedicated angle of view rather than the compromises inherent in zoom designs. Image stabilization is not present, which is standard practice for cinema primes where stabilization is typically handled at the rig or camera level.

With manual focus as the sole focus mode, this lens is built for focus pullers working in a traditional cinema workflow, where precise, deliberate control over focus is paramount.

Key Features — Leitz 50mm Prime Lens

T1.8 Maximum Aperture: A fast T1.8 stop allows strong light-gathering in low-light environments and enables shallow depth of field for cinematic subject separation.

Full-Frame Image Circle: Covers the full-frame sensor format, making it compatible with large-format cinema cameras such as the ARRI ALEXA LF and RED MONSTRO 8K VV.

LPL Mount: The large-diameter LPL mount supports full-frame cinema optics and is natively compatible with ARRI's large-format camera lineup.

Manual Focus Design: Smooth, cinema-grade manual focus ring is built for precise, repeatable focus pulls by a dedicated focus puller on set.

Fixed 50mm Focal Length: A dedicated standard perspective with no optical compromises inherent to zoom designs, delivering consistent rendering across the Leitz Cine Prime series.

95mm Filter Thread: Large 95mm front thread accommodates oversized filters and integrates cleanly with matte box setups common in professional cinema rigs.

Lens Specifications — Leitz 50mm Prime Lens

Leitz 50mm Prime Lens full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesVideo / Cinematography
Lens TypeCine
FormatFull Frame
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length50mm
Maximum Aperturef/1.8
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountLPL
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Filter Thread95mm

Description — Leitz 50mm Prime Lens

The Leitz Cine 50mm Prime Lens in PL Mount is a dedicated cinema prime built around a full-frame image circle, targeting the Cinema / Video camera system. With a maximum aperture of f/1.8, the lens delivers strong light collection at the standard focal length of 50mm, making it a natural fit for narrative, commercial, and high-end production work. The lens weighs 1,300g, reflecting its cinema-grade construction, and accepts 95mm front filters, accommodating the large-format accessories common on professional cinema builds.

Focus is entirely manual, with no autofocus capability, placing control firmly in the hands of a dedicated focus puller — the intended workflow for this class of lens. Image stabilization is not present, keeping the optical design clean and consistent with cinema prime conventions where stabilization is managed at the platform level. The prime design means no zoom-related optical compromises, giving the 50mm a focused, optimized rendering at its single focal length. The focalLengthRange is classified as Standard, positioning this lens as a versatile, neutral-perspective option within a larger Leitz Cine Prime set.

Pros — Leitz 50mm Prime Lens

  • ✓Maximum aperture of f/1.8 enables strong light-gathering capability for cinema work
  • ✓Full-frame lens format provides coverage for large-format cinema camera systems
  • ✓PL Mount offers broad compatibility with professional cinema camera bodies

Cons — Leitz 50mm Prime Lens

  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus available, requiring a dedicated focus puller in most productions
  • ✗No image stabilization, so all motion control must be handled externally
  • ✗Single focal length limits versatility compared to zoom lenses for run-and-gun or documentary-style work

Videos — Leitz 50mm Prime Lens

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Frequently Asked Questions — Leitz 50mm Prime Lens

What mount does this Leitz Cine 50mm use?+
This lens uses a PL Mount, as listed in the specifications. It is designed for Cinema / Video camera systems that accept PL Mount lenses.
Does this lens cover full-frame sensors?+
Yes. The specifications list the lens format as Full Frame, meaning it is designed to cover full-frame cinema camera sensors.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The maximum aperture is f/1.8 according to the specifications. This is consistent with the standard aperture rating across the Leitz Cine Prime series.
Does this lens have autofocus or image stabilization?+
No. The specifications confirm that autofocus is not available and image stabilization is listed as None. This lens is designed exclusively for manual focus operation, as is typical in professional cinema lens workflows.
What filter thread size does this lens accept?+
The lens has a 95mm filter thread, as specified in the data. This large front diameter accommodates cinema-grade filtration and matte box systems.
How much does this lens weigh?+
The lens weighs 1,300 grams according to the specifications. This is an important consideration when planning handheld or gimbal-based cinema rigs.

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