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Raptor 180mm T2.9 Macro Cinema Lens

The IBE Optics 180mm T2.9 Macro is a 180mm f/2.9 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Raptor 180mm T2.9 Macro Cinema Lens

Raptor 180mm T2.9 Macro Cinema Lens

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Lens Overview — IBE Optics 180mm T2.9 Macro

The IBE Optics Raptor 180mm T2.9 Macro Cinema Lens is a prime telephoto lens built for the demands of professional cinema production. Sitting at a fixed 180mm focal length, this manual-focus lens opens to a maximum aperture of T2.9, giving cinematographers a solid light-gathering capability for controlled, shallow depth-of-field work. The lens is designed around a Super 35 image circle, making it a natural pairing for the wide range of cinema cameras built around that format.

It mounts via a PL Mount, the industry-standard interface found on professional cinema camera bodies, keeping it at home on professional sets. Weighing in at 2.9 kg, this is a substantial piece of glass, reflecting the precision optical construction expected at this level of production. The 95mm front filter thread allows for the use of standard large-format cinema filters.

Image stabilization is not present, as is typical for a lens of this class intended for use on gimbals, rigs, or locked-off tripod setups. With a macro type designation and a telephoto focal length range classification, this lens is purpose-built for close-up and detail-oriented cinematography work where precision and optical quality take priority.

Key Features — IBE Optics 180mm T2.9 Macro

180mm Prime Focal Length: Fixed telephoto focal length delivers consistent optical performance and a longer working distance well-suited to macro cinematography.

T2.9 Maximum Aperture: Strong light transmission for a telephoto macro lens, enabling shallow depth-of-field work in controlled lighting environments.

Macro Optical Design: Purpose-built for extreme close-up cinematography, allowing detailed reproduction of small subjects with cinematic precision.

PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount ensures compatibility with professional camera bodies from ARRI, RED, and other major manufacturers.

Super 35 Image Circle: Covers the Super 35 format natively, pairing naturally with the broad range of cinema cameras built around that sensor size.

Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise focus ring built for repeatable focus pulls and hands-on control by a dedicated focus puller on set.

Lens Specifications — IBE Optics 180mm T2.9 Macro

IBE Optics 180mm T2.9 Macro full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesMacro, Video / Cinematography
Lens TypeMacro
FormatSuper 35
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length180mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.9
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Filter Thread95mm

Description — IBE Optics 180mm T2.9 Macro

The IBE Optics Raptor 180mm T2.9 Macro Cinema Lens is a precision prime lens built for professional cinema production. Operating at a fixed 180mm focal length within the telephoto range, it opens to a maximum aperture of T2.9, giving directors of photography meaningful control over exposure and depth of field during macro-focused cinematography work. The lens mounts via PL Mount, placing it squarely within the professional cinema camera ecosystem, and covers a Super 35 image circle for broad compatibility with cinema cameras built around that format.

A 95mm filter thread on the front element accommodates the large-format filters commonly used in cinema production. The lens is manual focus only, with no autofocus and no image stabilization, making it a tool for controlled, deliberate shooting environments. At 2.9 kg, it carries the weight of a serious cinema optic and benefits from dedicated lens support on most rigs.

This is a purpose-built tool for cinematographers who require a reliable, high-quality macro telephoto option in a professional cinema lens package.

Pros — IBE Optics 180mm T2.9 Macro

  • ✓T2.9 maximum aperture provides strong light transmission for a telephoto macro cinema lens
  • ✓PL Mount ensures compatibility with the professional cinema camera ecosystem
  • ✓Super 35 image circle coverage suits a broad range of professional cinema camera formats

Cons — IBE Optics 180mm T2.9 Macro

  • ✗At 2.9 kg, the lens is quite heavy and may require dedicated lens support on many rigs
  • ✗No image stabilization, so handheld or run-and-gun use will require additional stabilization equipment
  • ✗Manual focus only with no autofocus capability, limiting solo or fast-paced shooting scenarios

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Frequently Asked Questions — IBE Optics 180mm T2.9 Macro

What camera mount does the IBE Optics Raptor 180mm T2.9 use?+
This lens uses a PL Mount, which is the standard mount interface for professional cinema cameras. It is listed as the only mount option in the specifications.
What image circle or sensor format does this lens cover?+
The Raptor 180mm T2.9 is designed to cover the Super 35 format, as specified in the lens format field. Cinematographers should verify compatibility when pairing with cameras using larger sensor formats.
Does this lens 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 solutions would be needed for moving camera work.
What is the filter thread size on the Raptor 180mm T2.9?+
The front filter thread measures 95mm, allowing the use of standard 95mm cinema and photography filters.
How heavy is the IBE Optics Raptor 180mm T2.9?+
The lens weighs 2.9 kg according to the specifications. This is a substantial weight and cinematographers should plan for appropriate lens support when building their rig.
Is this a zoom or a prime lens?+
This is a prime lens with a fixed 180mm focal length, as confirmed by both the zoomPrime and minFocalLength/maxFocalLength fields in the specifications.

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