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Leitz Cine Prime 40mm

The Leitz 40mm is a 40mm f/1.8 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Leitz Cine Prime 40mm

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Lens Overview — Leitz 40mm

The Leitz Cine Prime 40mm is a manual-focus cinema prime lens built for professional film and video production. Operating within the Super 35 lens format, it covers the imaging demands of Cinema and Video camera systems via a PL Mount interface. With a maximum aperture of T1.8, this lens is designed to deliver strong light-gathering capability in a cine-native package.

As a fixed focal length lens at 40mm, it occupies the standard focal length range, making it a versatile choice for a wide variety of narrative and documentary shooting scenarios. The lens is entirely manual focus by design, consistent with professional cinema workflows where precise, repeatable focus control is expected. Image stabilization is not featured, which is standard for a prime cinema lens intended for use on stabilized rigs or controlled set environments.

Weighing in at 2.708kg, the lens has a substantial, professional-grade build that is characteristic of high-end cinema optics. The PL Mount ensures broad compatibility with the Cinema and Video camera ecosystem. There is no filter thread, which directs users toward matte box or front-of-lens accessory solutions common in cinema production environments.

Key Features — Leitz 40mm

T1.8 Maximum Aperture: Provides strong light-gathering performance for shooting in low-light conditions and achieving shallow depth of field.

PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema mount ensures broad compatibility with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, and others.

40mm Standard Focal Length: A versatile perspective close to natural human vision, well-suited for dialogue scenes, documentary work, and general narrative shooting.

Super 35 Coverage: Designed to cover Super 35 sensors, matching the format used by the majority of professional cinema cameras.

Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise manual focus ring built for repeatable focus pulls in professional cinema workflows.

Matte Box Compatible Front: Front element is designed for use with a matte box, consistent with standard cinema production accessory setups.

Lens Specifications — Leitz 40mm

Leitz 40mm full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesVideo / Cinematography
Lens TypeCine
FormatSuper 35
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length40mm
Maximum Aperturef/1.8
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Weight2.708kg

Description — Leitz 40mm

The Leitz Cine Prime 40mm is a Prime cinema lens in the Standard focal length range, fixed at 40mm and designed for Cinema / Video camera systems. It mounts via PL Mount, ensuring compatibility with the professional cinema camera ecosystem. The lens covers the Super 35 format, addressing the imaging needs of a broad range of professional cinema camera sensors.

With a maximum aperture of f/1.8, it offers strong light-gathering performance suited to demanding production environments. Focus is entirely manual, with no autofocus support — a deliberate design choice aligned with professional cine workflows that prioritize precision and repeatability. Image stabilization is not included, consistent with cinema lens conventions. The lens carries a weight of 2.708kg, reflecting its robust, professional-grade construction.

There is no filter thread, directing users toward matte box or other front-of-lens accessory systems for filtration needs. The Leitz Cine Prime 40mm is a purpose-built tool for cinematographers working within PL Mount, Super 35 production pipelines.

Pros — Leitz 40mm

  • ✓Fast maximum aperture of f/1.8 supports shooting in lower light conditions
  • ✓PL Mount provides compatibility with the professional Cinema / Video camera system ecosystem
  • ✓Fixed 40mm focal length in the Standard range offers versatile framing options for narrative work

Cons — Leitz 40mm

  • ✗At 2.708kg, the lens is quite heavy and may add significant load to handheld or gimbal setups
  • ✗No filter thread means users must rely on matte box or other accessory solutions for filtration
  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus option for run-and-gun or single-operator scenarios

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Frequently Asked Questions — Leitz 40mm

What camera mount does the Leitz Cine Prime 40mm use?+
The Leitz Cine Prime 40mm uses a PL Mount, which is standard for the Cinema and Video camera system category. This makes it compatible with professional cinema cameras that accept PL Mount lenses.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The lens has a maximum aperture of f/1.8. This provides strong light-gathering capability, which is useful in controlled or lower-light production environments.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No, the Leitz Cine Prime 40mm is a manual focus lens with no autofocus capability. This is consistent with professional cinema lens design, where manual control over focus is standard practice.
What sensor format does this lens cover?+
The lens is designed for the Super 35 lens format, making it suited for cinema cameras with Super 35 sensors. It is classified under the Cinema and Video camera system category.
Is there a filter thread on this lens?+
No, the specifications indicate no filter thread size for this lens. Users looking to add filtration will need to use a matte box or similar front-of-lens accessory solution.
How heavy is the Leitz Cine Prime 40mm?+
The lens weighs 2.708kg. This is a substantial weight, so users should factor it into their rig and support system planning, particularly for handheld or gimbal-based shoots.

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