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Leitz Cine Zoom 55-125mm

The Leitz 55-125mm LPL is a 55–125mm f/2.8 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

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Lens Overview — Leitz 55-125mm LPL

The Leitz Cine Zoom 55-125mm is a professional cinema zoom lens covering a telephoto focal length range from 55mm to 125mm. Built for the Cinema and Video camera system, it mounts via PL Mount, making it compatible with a wide range of professional cinema camera bodies. The lens operates at a maximum aperture of f/2.8 across its zoom range, providing consistent exposure as you zoom through the telephoto range.

Focus is entirely manual, which is standard practice in professional cinema production where focus pullers work with dedicated follow focus systems. The lens covers a Super 35 image format, aligning it with the dominant sensor size used across high-end digital cinema cameras. At 4.4kg, this is a substantial piece of glass that reflects the build quality and optical engineering expected at this level of production.

Image stabilization is not featured, again consistent with professional cinema workflows where stabilization is typically handled at the camera or rig level. The absence of a filter thread suggests a robust front end designed for use with matte box systems rather than screw-on filters. For productions seeking a reliable telephoto zoom with a constant f/2.8 aperture on Super 35 format cameras, the Leitz Cine Zoom 55-125mm represents a serious professional tool.

Key Features — Leitz 55-125mm LPL

55-125mm Telephoto Zoom: Covers a versatile telephoto range suited to portraiture, interviews, and mid-to-long focal length cinematography.

Constant T2.8 Aperture: Maintains T2.8 throughout the entire zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure during zoom moves without the need for iris compensation.

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

Super 35 Coverage: Image circle designed for Super 35 sensors, aligning with the dominant format used across high-end digital cinema cameras.

Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise manual focus ring built for use with dedicated follow focus systems and professional focus pullers.

Matte Box Compatible Front: No filter thread on the front element, indicating a robust design intended for use with professional matte box systems.

Lens Specifications — Leitz 55-125mm LPL

Leitz 55-125mm LPL full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesVideo / Cinematography
Lens TypeCine
FormatSuper 35
Zoom/PrimeZoom
Focal Length55–125mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.8
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Weight4.4kg

Description — Leitz 55-125mm LPL

The Leitz Cine Zoom 55-125mm is a telephoto cinema zoom lens designed for professional film and video production. It covers a 55mm to 125mm focal length range and maintains a constant f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout, ensuring predictable exposure across the entire zoom range. The lens is built around a PL Mount, the industry-standard mount for professional cinema cameras, and is designed to cover the Super 35 image format.

Focus is manual, reflecting the demands of professional cinema sets where precision focus control is managed by dedicated crew. The lens weighs 4.4kg, underscoring its robust professional construction. No image stabilization is included, and no filter thread is specified, making it best paired with a matte box system.

For productions working in the telephoto range on Super 35 format cinema cameras, this lens offers a constant-aperture zoom option from a respected optical manufacturer.

Pros — Leitz 55-125mm LPL

  • ✓Constant f/2.8 maximum aperture throughout the 55–125mm zoom range ensures consistent exposure during zoom moves
  • ✓PL Mount compatibility provides broad integration with professional cinema camera systems
  • ✓Super 35 image circle coverage aligns with the most widely used digital cinema sensor format

Cons — Leitz 55-125mm LPL

  • ✗At 4.4kg, the lens is very heavy and will require robust support rigs and lens supports on set
  • ✗No image stabilization, so handheld or gimbal work will rely entirely on camera or rig-based stabilization solutions
  • ✗Super 35 coverage means the lens cannot cover larger full-frame or VistaVision sensors without potential vignetting

Videos — Leitz 55-125mm LPL

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Frequently Asked Questions — Leitz 55-125mm LPL

What camera mount does the Leitz Cine Zoom 55-125mm use?+
The lens uses a PL Mount, which is the standard mount for professional cinema cameras. This makes it compatible with a wide range of cinema camera bodies that accept PL Mount lenses.
What sensor size does this lens cover?+
The Leitz Cine Zoom 55-125mm is designed to cover a Super 35 image format. Shooters using sensors larger than Super 35 should verify compatibility before use, as vignetting may occur.
Does this lens have autofocus?+
No, the lens is manual focus only. This is consistent with professional cinema production practices, where focus is typically controlled by a dedicated focus puller using a follow focus system.
How heavy is the Leitz Cine Zoom 55-125mm?+
The lens weighs 4.4kg. Given this substantial weight, a proper lens support and robust camera rig are strongly recommended to ensure safe and stable operation on set.
Can I use screw-on filters with this lens?+
The specifications do not list a filter thread size for this lens, indicating it is likely designed for use with a matte box system rather than screw-on filters.
What is the aperture range of this lens?+
The lens has a maximum aperture of f/2.8. This aperture is constant across the full 55–125mm zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure without adjustment when zooming.

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