Sigma PL Cine 85mm T1.5 FF Lens
The Sigma 85mm T1.5 FF is a 85mm f/1.5 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Sigma PL Cine 85mm T1.5 FF Lens
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Lens Overview — Sigma 85mm T1.5 FF
Key Features — Sigma 85mm T1.5 FF
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema mount ensures broad compatibility with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, Sony, and others.
T1.5 Maximum Aperture: A true light transmission rating of T1.5 gives directors of photography consistent, reliable exposure values across a matched lens set.
Full-Frame Coverage: Image circle covers full-frame sensors, making it compatible with large-format cinema cameras without vignetting.
85mm Focal Length: Sits in the medium telephoto range, making it well-suited for close-up character work, dialogue scenes, and natural background separation.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth manual focus ring is built for professional follow focus systems and repeatable focus pulls by a dedicated focus puller.
Geared Focus & Iris Rings: Standard cinema-style gear rings on both the focus and iris rings allow direct attachment of follow focus and lens control accessories.
Lens Specifications — Sigma 85mm T1.5 FF
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography, Portrait, Studio |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 85mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.5 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 1210g |
Description — Sigma 85mm T1.5 FF
The Sigma 85mm T1.5 FF Cinema Prime in PL Mount is a manual focus prime lens built for full-frame professional cinema cameras. With a maximum aperture of T1.5, it delivers a true light transmission value that cinematographers can rely on for consistent exposure across a matched lens set. The 85mm focal length places this lens in the standard-to-medium telephoto range, making it particularly effective for dialogue scenes, close-up character work, and any situation where natural subject-background separation is desirable.
It is a Prime lens with a fixed focal length, which suits productions that prioritize optical quality and a deliberate, controlled shooting approach. The lens weighs 1,210g, reflecting a solid cinema-grade construction. Image stabilization is not included, so this lens is best paired with a stabilized support system.
With its PL Mount, it slots directly into established professional cinema camera ecosystems without adapters.
Pros — Sigma 85mm T1.5 FF
- ✓Fast T1.5 maximum aperture enables strong low-light performance with a true transmission rating
- ✓Full-frame coverage (lensFormat: Full Frame) supports the largest digital cinema sensors
- ✓Industry-standard PL Mount ensures broad compatibility across professional cinema camera bodies
Cons — Sigma 85mm T1.5 FF
- ✗No autofocus (autoFocus: false) — requires a dedicated focus puller or skilled operator
- ✗No image stabilization (imageStabilization: None), so stabilization must be handled externally via rig or gimbal
- ✗Filter thread size is unspecified, which may complicate use of screw-on filtration
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