ZEISS CP.3 15mm T2.9 Cinema Lens
The Zeiss 15mm T2.9 is a 15mm f/2.9 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
ZEISS CP.3 15mm T2.9 Cinema Lens
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Lens Overview — Zeiss 15mm T2.9
Key Features — Zeiss 15mm T2.9
15mm Wide-Angle Prime: A fixed 15mm focal length built for expansive establishing shots, environmental storytelling, and immersive wide-angle perspectives.
T2.9 Maximum Aperture: Solid light transmission for a wide cinema prime, making it practical for controlled low-light shooting environments.
Full-Frame Image Circle: Covers full-frame sensors, making it compatible with a broad range of modern cinema cameras without vignetting.
PL Mount Standard: Industry-standard cinema lens mount compatible with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, and other major manufacturers.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise manual focus ring built for dedicated focus pullers operating independently in professional cinema workflows.
Compact 815g Body: Relatively lightweight for a cinema prime, making it practical for handheld rigs and weight-sensitive rigged configurations.
Lens Specifications — Zeiss 15mm T2.9
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 15mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.9 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Weight | 815g |
Description — Zeiss 15mm T2.9
The ZEISS CP.3 15mm T2.9 Cinema Lens is a prime wide-angle lens built for the Cinema/Video camera system, covering a full-frame image circle. With a maximum aperture of T2.9 and a fixed focal length of 15mm, it delivers consistent optical performance suited to professional cinematography. The lens uses PL Mount, aligning it with a broad range of professional cinema cameras.
Focus is entirely manual, with no autofocus or image stabilization — characteristics that reflect its purpose-built cinema design, where focus control is handled deliberately on set. At 815g, the CP.3 15mm is manageable across a variety of camera configurations, from shoulder rigs to gimbal setups. No filter thread size is specified, so shooters planning front-mounted filtration should plan for a matte box or adapter solution.
As a dedicated cinema prime, it is optimized for productions where repeatable, precise focus and reliable light transmission are priorities.
Pros — Zeiss 15mm T2.9
- ✓Wide-angle 15mm focal length is well-suited for expansive cinematic compositions
- ✓Maximum aperture of T2.9 offers solid light transmission for a wide prime
- ✓Full-frame lens format provides broad image circle coverage
Cons — Zeiss 15mm T2.9
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, requiring a dedicated focus puller in most productions
- ✗No image stabilization, which is standard for cinema primes but worth noting for handheld use
- ✗Filter thread size is unspecified, potentially complicating front-mounted filtration workflows
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Frequently Asked Questions — Zeiss 15mm T2.9
What camera mount does the ZEISS CP.3 15mm T2.9 use?+
This lens is available in PL Mount, a widely used standard in professional cinema camera systems. No other mount options are listed in the specifications for this configuration.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No, the ZEISS CP.3 15mm T2.9 is a manual focus lens only. It is designed for cinema productions where focus is typically pulled manually by a dedicated focus puller.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The lens has a maximum aperture of T2.9, measured in T-stops as is standard for cinema lenses. T-stops account for actual light transmission through the optical elements, making them more accurate for exposure consistency across a lens set.
What sensor size does this lens cover?+
The ZEISS CP.3 15mm T2.9 covers a full-frame image format, making it suitable for use on cinema cameras with full-frame or smaller sensors.
How heavy is the ZEISS CP.3 15mm T2.9?+
The lens weighs 815g, making it relatively manageable for a cinema prime. This weight is practical for both rigged camera setups and handheld configurations.
Does this lens have image stabilization?+
No, image stabilization is listed as None in the specifications. This is typical for cinema prime lenses, where stabilization is generally handled at the camera or rig level rather than within the lens itself.