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Leitz Cine THALIA 30mm T2.9 Lens

The Leitz 30mm T2.9 is a 30mm f/2.9 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Leitz Cine THALIA 30mm T2.9 Lens

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Lens Overview — Leitz 30mm T2.9

The Leitz Cine THALIA 30mm T2.9 is a large format prime lens built for professional cinema production, mounted in the industry-standard PL Mount configuration. Sitting in the wide-angle focal length range at a fixed 30mm, this manual focus lens delivers a maximum aperture of T2.9, offering solid light-gathering capability for cinematic work in a variety of shooting conditions. Designed specifically for the Cinema/Video camera system category, it is purpose-built for large format digital cinema cameras, making it a compelling choice for cinematographers working with large format sensors who demand consistent optical character across a matched lens set.

The lens weighs 1.5kg, which is typical for a robust cine-grade optic of this class, and accepts 95mm front filters — a standardized size that simplifies rigging and filter management across a production. Image stabilization is not included, which is expected for a manual cinema prime intended for use on stabilized camera rigs. With manual focus as its sole focus mode and no autofocus system, the THALIA 30mm is oriented entirely toward the deliberate, hands-on focus pulling workflow that defines professional narrative filmmaking.

It represents Leitz's commitment to the large format cinema space.

Key Features — Leitz 30mm T2.9

Large Format Prime: Designed to cover large format sensors, making it compatible with cameras like the ARRI ALEXA LF, RED Monstro, and similar large format cinema platforms.

T2.9 Maximum Aperture: Offers solid light-gathering capability for a wide-angle cinema prime, useful for low-light scenes and achieving shallow depth of field on large format sensors.

30mm Wide-Angle Focal Length: Fixed 30mm perspective delivers a natural wide-angle field of view well suited to environmental shots, interiors, and immersive storytelling compositions.

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

Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise manual focus ring built for deliberate focus-pulling workflows on professional narrative productions.

95mm Filter Thread: Standardized front filter diameter simplifies the use of common matte box systems and screw-in filters across a production.

Lens Specifications — Leitz 30mm T2.9

Leitz 30mm T2.9 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesVideo / Cinematography
Lens TypeCine
FormatFull Frame
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length30mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.9
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Filter Thread95mm

Description — Leitz 30mm T2.9

The Leitz Cine THALIA 30mm T2.9 is a prime cinema lens designed for large format digital cinema cameras using the PL Mount. With a fixed 30mm focal length sitting in the wide-angle range, it offers a maximum aperture of T2.9, providing solid light-gathering performance for professional production environments. The lens operates in manual focus mode exclusively, consistent with the focus-pulling practices standard in professional narrative and commercial filmmaking.

It features a 95mm front filter thread, a practical standardized size for integrating filters and matte boxes on a cinema rig. Weighing 1.5kg, it is a substantial optic built to the tolerances expected of professional cine glass. With no image stabilization and no autofocus, the THALIA 30mm is a purpose-built tool for cinematographers working on stabilized rigs who prioritize deliberate optical control.

Its large format coverage makes it relevant for productions shooting on today's large format cinema sensor platforms.

Pros — Leitz 30mm T2.9

  • ✓Large format coverage suits modern large format cinema camera sensors
  • ✓T2.9 maximum aperture provides meaningful light-gathering for a wide-angle cine prime
  • ✓PL Mount ensures broad compatibility with professional cinema camera platforms

Cons — Leitz 30mm T2.9

  • ✗At 1.5kg, the lens adds considerable weight to a cinema rig, which may be a factor for handheld or gimbal work
  • ✗T2.9 aperture, while usable, is not among the fastest options in the large format cinema prime category
  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus capability for any shooting scenario

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Frequently Asked Questions — Leitz 30mm T2.9

What camera mount does the Leitz Cine THALIA 30mm T2.9 use?+
The lens is built with a PL Mount, the standard mount used across professional digital cinema cameras. No other mount variants are listed in the specifications.
Is this lens compatible with large format cinema cameras?+
Yes. The specifications explicitly list the lens format as Large Format, making it designed for use with large format cinema camera systems.
Does the Leitz Cine THALIA 30mm T2.9 have autofocus or image stabilization?+
No. The lens is manual focus only, with autofocus listed as false in the specifications. Image stabilization is also listed as None, so external stabilization is required if needed.
What filter size does the THALIA 30mm T2.9 accept?+
The lens has a 95mm filter thread, allowing use of standard 95mm screw-in filters or a matte box sized to match that diameter.
How heavy is the Leitz Cine THALIA 30mm T2.9?+
The lens weighs 1.5kg according to the specifications. This is worth factoring in when configuring a cinema rig, particularly for gimbal or handheld setups with strict payload limits.
Is the THALIA 30mm T2.9 a zoom or a prime lens?+
It is a prime lens with a fixed 30mm focal length, falling into the wide-angle focal length range as noted in the specifications.

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