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Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5 High-Speed Prime Lens (PL Mount)

The Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5 is a 42mm f/2.5 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5 High-Speed Prime Lens (PL Mount)

Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5 High-Speed Prime Lens (PL Mount)

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Lens Overview — Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5

The Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5 High-Speed Prime Lens is a manual-focus cinema prime designed for the PL Mount, targeting professional cinematographers working with full-frame sensors. At a standard 42mm focal length, this lens sits comfortably in the middle of the focal length spectrum, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of narrative and documentary shooting scenarios. The T2.5 maximum aperture delivers strong light-gathering capability, allowing filmmakers to work in lower-light conditions while maintaining cinematic depth of field.

Configured for the Cinema / Video camera system, the lens is fully manual focus, which aligns with professional cinema workflows where precise, repeatable focus pulling is standard practice. There is no image stabilization, as is typical for cinema lens designs where the camera rig itself often handles stability. The lens has a substantial weight of 2700g, reflecting the robust, metal construction expected from a professional cinema prime.

With its PL Mount interface, it integrates directly with a broad range of professional cinema cameras. The full-frame format coverage ensures compatibility with modern large-format and full-frame cinema sensors without vignetting concerns.

Key Features — Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5

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

T2.5 Maximum Aperture: Strong light-gathering capability for shooting in low-light environments and achieving shallow depth of field.

42mm Standard Focal Length: Sits near the middle of the focal length spectrum, offering a versatile perspective suited to narrative, documentary, and commercial work.

Full-Frame Coverage: Image circle covers full-frame and large-format cinema sensors without vignetting.

Manual Focus Design: Dedicated manual focus ring built for precise, repeatable focus pulls in professional cinema workflows.

Robust Metal Construction: At 2700g, the lens reflects the solid, durable build quality expected from professional cinema primes.

Lens Specifications — Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5

Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesStudio, Video / Cinematography
Lens TypeCine
FormatFull Frame
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length42mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.5
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Weight2700g

Description — Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5

The Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5 High-Speed Prime is a professional cinema lens built around the PL Mount and designed for full-frame sensor coverage. Operating at a maximum aperture of T2.5, it offers solid light-gathering performance suited for narrative film, commercial, and high-end video production. The 42mm focal length places this lens in the standard range, delivering a natural perspective that translates well across a variety of shooting situations.

Designed exclusively for the Cinema / Video camera system, this is a manual focus, prime lens with no image stabilization — characteristics that are entirely at home in structured cinema production environments. Weighing in at 2700g, the lens has a substantial, professional-grade build. Its PL Mount ensures seamless integration with industry-standard cinema camera platforms, and its full-frame image circle coverage means it is ready for today's large-format and full-frame cinema sensors.

Pros — Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5

  • ✓T2.5 maximum aperture provides strong light-gathering capability for low-light and shallow depth-of-field work
  • ✓PL Mount interface offers direct compatibility with professional cinema camera bodies
  • ✓Full-frame lens format ensures complete sensor coverage on full-frame and large-format cinema cameras

Cons — Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5

  • ✗At 2700g, the lens is quite heavy and may require additional rigging or support depending on the camera setup
  • ✗No image stabilization, so handheld or gimbal use will depend entirely on camera or rig-based stabilization
  • ✗No autofocus capability, which limits its usability in run-and-gun or documentary contexts where fast AF is needed

Frequently Asked Questions — Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5

What camera mount does this lens use?+
The Whitepoint Optics 42mm T2.5 uses a PL Mount, which is the standard professional cinema lens mount. This makes it compatible with a wide range of professional cinema camera bodies that accept PL-mounted glass.
Does this lens cover full-frame sensors?+
Yes, the lens format is specified as Full Frame, meaning it is designed to fully cover full-frame cinema sensors without vignetting issues.
Is autofocus available on this lens?+
No, this lens is manual focus only. It is designed for professional cinema workflows where a focus puller controls focus manually for precise, repeatable results.
How heavy is this lens?+
The lens weighs 2700g. This is a substantial weight that should be factored into your rigging and support setup when planning a shoot.
Does the lens have image stabilization?+
No, image stabilization is listed as None. Stability on set will need to be managed through your camera support system or rig.
What is the aperture rating of this lens?+
The lens has a maximum aperture of T2.5. The T-stop rating reflects actual light transmission, which is the standard measurement used in professional cinema lens specifications.

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