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Leitz Cine ELSIE 35mm T2.1 LPL Mount Cinema Lens

The Leitz 35mm T2.1 LPL is a 35mm f/2.1 cinema lens designed for LPL mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Leitz Cine ELSIE 35mm T2.1 LPL Mount Cinema Lens

Leitz Cine ELSIE 35mm T2.1 LPL Mount Cinema Lens

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Lens Overview — Leitz 35mm T2.1 LPL

The Leitz Cine ELSIE 35mm T2.1 is a prime cinema lens built for full-frame coverage on cinema and video camera systems. Mounted in PL, it fits squarely in the standard focal length range and is designed specifically for the demands of professional motion picture production. With a maximum aperture of T2.1, the lens offers a consistent and well-controlled light transmission value that integrates cleanly into any multi-lens production workflow — a key consideration when matching exposure across a set of primes.

The lens is manual focus only, which is standard practice in narrative and commercial cinematography where a dedicated focus puller controls the glass. At 2kg, it carries meaningful heft, reflecting the optical and mechanical build quality expected of a Leitz cinema offering. The full-frame image circle ensures coverage across large-format cinema sensors, and the prime design at 35mm places it firmly in the standard-to-slightly-wide range, a workhorse focal length for dialogue, establishing shots, and handheld work.

No image stabilization is present, which is expected for a cinema prime of this class. The ELSIE sits within the broader Leitz Cine lens family, offering the brand's characteristic optical rendering in a cinema-optimized housing with standardized mechanics.

Key Features — Leitz 35mm T2.1 LPL

35mm Prime Focal Length: A standard-to-slightly-wide focal length suited to dialogue scenes, establishing shots, and handheld work across narrative and commercial productions.

T2.1 Maximum Aperture: Calibrated T-stop value ensures consistent, measurable light transmission for accurate exposure matching across a set of primes on multi-lens productions.

Full-Frame Image Circle: Covers large-format cinema sensors found in cameras like the ARRI ALEXA 35 and RED MONSTRO, future-proofing the lens against evolving sensor formats.

LPL Mount: Large Positive Lock mount provides a wider flange and shorter flange focal distance than PL, enabling full-frame coverage with reduced optical compromises.

Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise focus ring engineered for repeatable focus pulls in professional cinema workflows operated by a dedicated focus puller.

Leitz Cine Optical Rendering: Draws on Leitz's optical heritage to deliver a characteristic rendering with controlled contrast and smooth bokeh suited to cinematic image making.

Lens Specifications — Leitz 35mm T2.1 LPL

Leitz 35mm T2.1 LPL full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesVideo / Cinematography
Lens TypeCine
FormatFull Frame
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length35mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.1
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountLPL
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Weight2kg

Description — Leitz 35mm T2.1 LPL

The Leitz Cine ELSIE 35mm T2.1 is a prime cinema lens designed for full-frame coverage in professional Cinema and Video camera systems. Its PL Mount ensures integration with a wide range of high-end cinema platforms, and the fixed 35mm focal length places it in the standard focal length range — a versatile choice for everything from intimate dialogue scenes to wider environmental shots. The T2.1 maximum aperture delivers precise, measurable light transmission, which is critical for maintaining luminance consistency across a matching set of cinema primes on a production.

Focus is manual only, in line with standard cinema production practice, where a focus puller manages critical focus throughout a take. The lens weighs 2kg, indicative of the robust mechanical construction expected of a professional cinema prime. There is no image stabilization, so stabilization must come from the production's rigging and support equipment.

For cinematographers and camera teams working on large-format cinema productions, the ELSIE 35mm T2.1 offers a well-specified, professionally oriented option in a trusted focal length.

Pros — Leitz 35mm T2.1 LPL

  • ✓T2.1 maximum aperture provides consistent light transmission for multi-lens productions
  • ✓Full-frame lens format ensures coverage for large-format cinema sensors
  • ✓Prime design at 35mm delivers a reliable standard focal length for a wide range of shooting scenarios

Cons — Leitz 35mm T2.1 LPL

  • ✗No autofocus capability, requiring a dedicated focus puller for critical focus work
  • ✗No image stabilization, so handheld or gimbal work depends entirely on rig stabilization
  • ✗At 2kg, the lens adds considerable weight to a camera package, which may be a factor for extended handheld use

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Frequently Asked Questions — Leitz 35mm T2.1 LPL

What camera systems is the Leitz Cine ELSIE 35mm T2.1 compatible with?+
The lens uses a PL Mount and is designed for Cinema and Video camera systems. It covers a full-frame image format, making it suitable for large-format cinema platforms that accept PL Mount lenses.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No. The ELSIE 35mm T2.1 is a manual focus-only lens. This is standard for professional cinema lenses, where focus is typically controlled by a dedicated focus puller on set.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The lens has a maximum aperture of T2.1. T-stop values measure actual light transmission rather than theoretical aperture, making this a precise figure for exposure consistency across a lens set.
How heavy is the Leitz Cine ELSIE 35mm T2.1?+
The lens weighs 2kg. This is a substantial weight typical of professional cinema primes, so appropriate lens support and rigging should be planned for when building a camera package around this glass.
Does this lens have image stabilization?+
No, the ELSIE 35mm T2.1 has no image stabilization. Stabilization for handheld or moving camera work would need to come from the camera rig, gimbal, or stabilizer system rather than the lens itself.
Is this lens a zoom or a prime?+
It is a prime lens with a fixed focal length of 35mm, falling within the standard focal length range. Prime cinema lenses are favored in professional production for their consistent optical performance and maximum aperture.

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