Schneider Xenon FF Prime 100mm T2.1 Lens with Nikon F Mount
The Schneider-Kreuznach 100mm T2.1 Nikon F is a 100mm f/2.1 lens designed for Nikon F mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Schneider-Kreuznach 100mm T2.1 Nikon F
Key Features — Schneider-Kreuznach 100mm T2.1 Nikon F
100mm Telephoto Prime: Fixed focal length well suited for portrait framing, interviews, and medium-distance subject isolation in cinematic work.
T2.1 Maximum Aperture: Consistent light transmission rating across the focus range, useful for maintaining exposure in controlled shooting environments.
Full-Frame Coverage: Engineered to cover full-frame sensors completely, with no vignetting or light falloff at the edges of the frame.
Nikon F Mount: Mounts natively to Nikon F-mount cinema and hybrid cameras, with adapter compatibility available for other systems.
Cine-Style Manual Focus: Smooth, precise focus ring designed for repeatable focus pulls by camera assistants in professional production workflows.
95mm Filter Thread: Large-diameter front thread accommodates 95mm filters, requiring dedicated filtration or a step-ring for standard filter sizes.
Lens Specifications — Schneider-Kreuznach 100mm T2.1 Nikon F
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio, Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 100mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.1 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | Nikon F |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 95mm |
Description — Schneider-Kreuznach 100mm T2.1 Nikon F
The Schneider-Kreuznach Xenon FF Prime 100mm is a cine-type prime lens built for full-frame sensor coverage and mounted in the Nikon F lens mount configuration. It delivers a maximum aperture of T2.1, providing reliable light transmission across controlled shooting environments. As a manual focus only lens with no autofocus capability, it is squarely aimed at professional cine production where a focus puller or precise manual technique is standard practice.
There is no image stabilization, so operators should plan for appropriate support. The 100mm telephoto focal length makes it a strong candidate for portrait-style framing, interview setups, and subject isolation shots. A 95mm filter thread accommodates large-diameter filtration, though photographers should note this is a less common size.
At 1,240g, the lens carries significant mass, making lens support hardware an important consideration when building out a rig. For cinematographers and hybrid shooters working within a Nikon F mount ecosystem and seeking a full-frame telephoto prime with cine-lens ergonomics, the Xenon FF 100mm T2.1 represents a well-specified option at this focal length.
Pros — Schneider-Kreuznach 100mm T2.1 Nikon F
- ✓T2.1 maximum aperture provides strong light transmission for a cine telephoto prime
- ✓Full-frame lens format ensures complete sensor coverage without vignetting on full-frame bodies
- ✓Nikon F mount offers broad camera body compatibility within that system
Cons — Schneider-Kreuznach 100mm T2.1 Nikon F
- ✗No autofocus (manual focus only), limiting use cases for run-and-gun or solo operators
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring stable support for handheld or gimbal work
- ✗At 1,240g, the lens is heavy and will require proper rig support or lens support systems
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