Leitz Cine 50mm T2.0 Summicron-C Lens
The Leica 50mm T2.0 is a 50mm f/2 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Leitz Cine 50mm T2.0 Summicron-C Lens
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Lens Overview — Leica 50mm T2.0
Key Features — Leica 50mm T2.0
50mm Prime Focal Length: A standard 50mm perspective delivers a natural, unexaggerated field of view widely favored in narrative and documentary filmmaking.
T2.0 Maximum Aperture: A calibrated T2.0 stop ensures consistent, accurate light transmission across a matched set of Summicron-C lenses on set.
PL Mount: Industry-standard PL mount provides broad compatibility with professional cinema cameras from ARRI, RED, Sony, and others.
Super 35 Coverage: Designed to cover the Super 35 format, aligning with the most widely used sensor size in professional cinema production.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise focus ring is built for traditional cine workflows where a dedicated focus puller operates the lens.
Leitz Summicron-C Optics: Draws on Leica's optical heritage to deliver consistent rendering, controlled contrast, and smooth out-of-focus transitions suited to cinematic imagery.
Lens Specifications — Leica 50mm T2.0
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 95mm |
Description — Leica 50mm T2.0
The Leitz Cine 50mm T2.0 Summicron-C is a dedicated cinema prime lens built around the PL Mount and designed to cover the Super 35 sensor format. With a focal length of 50mm and a maximum aperture of T2.0, it sits in the standard range, delivering a perspective that is widely valued across narrative, commercial, and documentary filmmaking. The manual focus design places full control in the hands of the camera crew, consistent with professional cine production practices.
Weighing 1451.5 grams and featuring a 95mm filter thread, the lens is built to professional tolerances and integrates smoothly into fully rigged cinema setups. There is no autofocus and no image stabilization, reflecting its positioning as a tool for controlled, crew-operated production environments. The PL Mount ensures compatibility across a broad spectrum of professional cinema cameras that use this industry-standard interface.
For cinematographers working within the Super 35 ecosystem and seeking a standard focal length prime at T2.0, the Summicron-C 50mm is a focused, purpose-built option.
Pros — Leica 50mm T2.0
- ✓T2.0 maximum aperture offers consistent exposure control across a matched set of cine lenses
- ✓PL Mount provides broad compatibility with professional cinema camera systems
- ✓50mm standard focal length is a versatile, widely used perspective in film production
Cons — Leica 50mm T2.0
- ✗At 1451.5g, the lens is relatively heavy, which may be a consideration for weight-sensitive rigs or drone setups
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring external stabilization solutions
- ✗No autofocus, limiting use in run-and-gun or hybrid photography scenarios
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