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Panavision Panaflex Millennium XL2 35mm Film Camera

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Panavision Panaflex Millennium XL2 35mm Film Camera

Panavision Panaflex Millennium XL2 35mm Film Camera

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Camera Overview — Panavision XL2

The Panavision Panaflex Millennium XL2 is a professional 35mm motion picture film camera built for high-end cinema production. It captures images on 35mm motion picture film, which with modern scanning workflows can yield resolutions commonly reaching up to 6K — a testament to the latitude and resolving power of analog film. The camera body is constructed from lightweight composite and metal materials, striking a balance between durability and manageable mass at 7.8 kg without magazine or accessories, with dimensions of approximately 29.2 x 19.1 x 24.1 cm.

It accepts lenses via the industry-standard PL Mount, making it compatible with a wide range of professional cinema glass. Operational status is conveyed through a Butterfly digital display designed for readout monitoring on set. The camera is powered via a 24V DC input, consistent with professional film production power setups.

Frame rate options span 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, and 50fps, providing flexibility for standard theatrical, broadcast, and high-frame-rate applications. Focusing is entirely manual, in keeping with professional cinema camera conventions. The viewfinder is an optical reflex design, giving the operator a direct, through-the-lens view of the scene being captured.

Key Features — Panavision XL2

35mm Film Capture: Records on 35mm motion picture film stock, which is compatible with modern scanning workflows commonly yielding resolutions up to 6K.

Panavision PL Mount: Uses Panavision's proprietary PL-compatible mount; accepts Panavision and PL-mount cinema lenses from major manufacturers.

Optical Reflex Viewfinder: Provides a direct, through-the-lens optical view of the scene for precise framing and focus confirmation on set.

Variable Frame Rates: Supports a range of frame rates for theatrical, broadcast, and high-frame-rate production formats.

Butterfly Digital Display: On-board status display allows the camera crew to monitor operational parameters without interrupting the shoot.

Lightweight Composite Body: Constructed from composite and metal materials, the body weighs 7.8 kg without magazine or accessories — manageable for a professional 35mm camera.

Camera Specifications — Panavision XL2

Panavision XL2 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesDocumentary
TypeFilm
SensorOther
Resolution35mm motion picture film
AF SystemManual Focus Only
Max Video ResolutionDepends on film stock and scanning (commonly up to 6K with modern scans)
Max Frame Rate50fps
Image StabilizationNone
DisplayButterfly digital display (status readout only)
ViewfinderOptical reflex
Storage MediaOther
Battery24V DC input

Description — Panavision XL2

The Panavision Panaflex Millennium XL2 is a 35mm motion picture film camera designed for professional cinema production. Built with a lightweight composite and metal body, it weighs 7.8 kg in its base configuration (dimensions approximately 29.2 x 19.1 x 24.1 cm, without magazine or accessories) and is powered by a 24V DC input. The camera uses the industry-standard PL Mount, accepting the full range of professional PL-compatible cinema lenses.

On-set camera status is conveyed through a Butterfly digital display, and the operator views the scene through an optical reflex viewfinder. Supported frame rates include 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, and 50fps, accommodating theatrical, broadcast, and high-frame-rate productions. Captured on 35mm motion picture film, images are compatible with modern digital scanning workflows that commonly achieve resolutions up to 6K.

The camera operates with manual focus only and has no image stabilization, reflecting the conventions of professional film cinema production.

Pros — Panavision XL2

  • ✓PL Mount compatibility opens the camera to a broad ecosystem of professional cinema lenses
  • ✓Supports multiple frame rates including 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, and 50fps for versatile production needs
  • ✓35mm motion picture film capture is compatible with modern scanning workflows commonly reaching up to 6K resolution

Cons — Panavision XL2

  • ✗At 7.8 kg (body only, without magazine or accessories), the total rigged weight can be substantial for extended handheld use
  • ✗No weather sealing, which may limit use in challenging environmental conditions without additional protection
  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus system of any kind

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Frequently Asked Questions — Panavision XL2

What lens mount does the Panaflex Millennium XL2 use?+
The camera uses a PL Mount, which is the standard mount found on professional cinema cameras. This allows it to be used with a wide range of PL-compatible cinema lenses from various manufacturers.
What frame rates does the Millennium XL2 support?+
The camera supports 24fps, 25fps, 30fps, 48fps, and 50fps, with 50fps being the maximum. This range covers standard theatrical and broadcast frame rates as well as high-frame-rate shooting.
What is the resolution capability of this camera?+
The Millennium XL2 captures images on 35mm motion picture film. When scanned digitally using modern workflows, this commonly yields resolutions up to 6K, though actual output depends on the film stock used and the scanning process.
How heavy is the Panaflex Millennium XL2?+
The body weighs 7.8 kg, with approximate dimensions of 29.2 x 19.1 x 24.1 cm. Note that this measurement is without a magazine or accessories, so the total rigged weight will be higher in a working configuration.
What power source does the Millennium XL2 require?+
The camera runs on a 24V DC input, which is consistent with standard professional film production power supplies and battery systems used on professional sets.
Does the Millennium XL2 have any weather sealing?+
No, the camera has no weather sealing. Additional protective measures would need to be taken when shooting in rain, dust, or other harsh environmental conditions.

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