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ZEISS CP.3 XD 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 XD 15mm T2.9 Cinema Lens

ZEISS CP.3 XD 15mm T2.9 Cinema Lens

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Lens Overview — Zeiss 15mm T2.9

The ZEISS CP.3 XD 15mm T2.9 is a wide-angle prime cinema lens designed for full-frame coverage and built around a PL Mount configuration. With a maximum aperture of T2.9, it offers solid light-gathering capability for a lens at this focal length, making it a practical choice for cinematographers working in controlled or well-lit environments. The lens is entirely manual focus, which aligns with standard cinema workflow practices where precise, repeatable focus pulling is prioritized over autofocus convenience.

Weighing in at 1000g, it has a substantial but manageable build for a cinema prime. The 95mm filter thread size is consistent with professional-grade cinema glass and allows for straightforward integration with matte boxes and standard filter systems. Designed for the cinema and video camera system ecosystem, this lens targets professional productions where PL Mount compatibility is a primary requirement.

The full-frame image circle means it can cover larger sensors without vignetting concerns on compatible bodies. As a prime lens in the wide-angle focal length range, the 15mm focal length makes it suitable for environmental, architectural, and immersive wide-perspective shots. Its cine-type designation confirms it is purpose-built for motion picture use rather than adapted from a still photography design.

Key Features — Zeiss 15mm T2.9

15mm Full-Frame Prime: Covers full-frame sensors without vignetting, making it suitable for wide environmental, architectural, and immersive perspective shots.

T2.9 Maximum Aperture: Calibrated T-stop rating ensures consistent, measurable light transmission across matched lens sets on set.

PL Mount Standard: Industry-standard cinema mount compatible with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, and other PL-compatible platforms.

XD Metadata Support: Transmits lens data including focal length, aperture, and focus distance to compatible camera systems for streamlined VFX and post-production workflows.

Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise focus ring built for repeatable focus pulls in standard cinema crew workflows.

95mm Filter Thread: Consistent front diameter across the CP.3 line simplifies matte box setup and filter swapping on multi-lens productions.

Lens Specifications — Zeiss 15mm T2.9

Zeiss 15mm T2.9 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesStudio, Documentary, Video / Cinematography
Lens TypeCine
FormatFull Frame
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length15mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.9
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Filter Thread95mm

Description — Zeiss 15mm T2.9

The ZEISS CP.3 XD 15mm T2.9 is a wide-angle prime cinema lens built for professional motion picture production. It operates on a PL Mount and is designed to serve the Cinema / Video camera system ecosystem. With a maximum aperture of T2.9, the lens provides solid light transmission at a challenging wide focal length of 15mm.

Its full-frame lens format ensures it can cover the image circles of large-format cinema sensors without vignetting on compatible PL Mount cameras. The lens features manual focus only, consistent with professional cinema workflows where focus pullers require precise and repeatable control. Weighing 1000g, it has a solid build appropriate for rigged cinema setups.

The 95mm filter thread provides compatibility with standard matte box systems and step-up rings, simplifying on-set accessory integration. As a prime lens in the wide-angle focal length range, the 15mm focal length is well-suited for expansive environmental compositions and immersive perspective work. The Cine-type classification confirms this is a purpose-designed cinema optic.

Pros — Zeiss 15mm T2.9

  • ✓Full-frame lens format provides broad sensor coverage for PL Mount cinema cameras
  • ✓Maximum aperture of T2.9 offers meaningful light transmission for a 15mm wide-angle prime
  • ✓95mm filter thread size enables straightforward integration with standard matte box systems

Cons — Zeiss 15mm T2.9

  • ✗No image stabilization, which is standard for cinema primes but worth noting for handheld operators
  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus capability for run-and-gun or hybrid shooting styles
  • ✗At T2.9, it is not the fastest wide-angle cinema prime available at this focal length

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Frequently Asked Questions — Zeiss 15mm T2.9

What camera mount does the ZEISS CP.3 XD 15mm T2.9 use?+
This lens uses a PL Mount, which is the industry-standard mount for professional cinema cameras. It is designed for the Cinema / Video camera system and is not compatible with DSLR or mirrorless mounts without adaptation.
Does this lens cover full-frame sensors?+
Yes, the ZEISS CP.3 XD 15mm T2.9 is specified as a full-frame format lens, meaning it is designed to cover full-frame image circles. This makes it compatible with larger-format cinema cameras using PL Mount.
What is the filter thread size on this lens?+
The lens has a 95mm filter thread size. This is a common diameter across professional cinema lenses and allows easy use with matte boxes and 95mm threaded filters.
Does the ZEISS CP.3 XD 15mm T2.9 have autofocus or image stabilization?+
No. This lens is manual focus only and has no image stabilization. Both characteristics are typical of cinema prime lenses, where manual control and optical simplicity are prioritized for professional productions.
How much does the ZEISS CP.3 XD 15mm T2.9 weigh?+
The lens weighs 1000g. This is a consideration when planning a full cinema lens set or rigging the lens on a camera system where total payload matters.

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