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ZEISS Supreme Prime 150mm T1.8 Cinema Lens

The Zeiss 150mm T1.8 is a 150mm f/1.8 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Used copies start from $22,500 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.

ZEISS Supreme Prime 150mm T1.8 Cinema Lens

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Product Highlights

  • 150mm focal length
  • Fast T1.8 aperture
  • Cinematic image quality
  • Durable construction

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Lens Overview — Zeiss 150mm T1.8

The ZEISS Supreme Prime 150mm is a full-frame cinema lens built for professional motion picture work. Mounted in the industry-standard PL Mount, it fits a wide range of cinema cameras and is classified for the Cinema / Video camera system. The lens operates at a maximum aperture of T1.8, delivering strong light-gathering capability that opens up creative possibilities in challenging lighting conditions and allows for pronounced shallow depth-of-field work at the 150mm telephoto focal length.

As a prime lens, it delivers a single fixed focal length, which typically translates to a more compact optical path and consistent rendering characteristics. Focus is entirely manual, in keeping with the precision-oriented demands of professional cinema production, where focus pullers rely on repeatable, tactile control. The lens covers a full-frame image circle, making it compatible with the growing range of large-format cinema cameras in active production use.

Weighing 1,800g, it has a substantial build appropriate for its cinema-grade construction. With no image stabilization, it is designed for use on stabilized rigs, gimbals, or supported camera platforms as is standard in professional cinematography workflows.

Key Features — Zeiss 150mm T1.8

150mm Telephoto Prime: Fixed focal length delivers a compressed, flattering perspective well-suited to portraiture, close-ups, and isolating subjects on set.

T1.8 Maximum Aperture: Fast T-stop rating allows shooting in low-light conditions and produces pronounced shallow depth of field at 150mm.

PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema mount ensures broad compatibility with professional camera bodies from ARRI, RED, Sony, and others.

Full-Frame Coverage: Image circle covers full-frame and large-format sensors, future-proofing the lens for use on modern large-format cinema cameras.

Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise focus ring with consistent mechanics built for repeatable focus pulls by a dedicated focus puller.

1,800g Cinema Build: Substantial weight reflects the robust, cinema-grade construction designed for use on professional rigs and supported camera platforms.

Lens Specifications — Zeiss 150mm T1.8

Zeiss 150mm T1.8 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesStudio, Video / Cinematography
Lens TypeCine
FormatFull Frame
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length150mm
Maximum Aperturef/1.8
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Weight1800g

Description — Zeiss 150mm T1.8

The ZEISS Supreme Prime 150mm is a professional cinema prime lens designed for large-format and full-frame production. It uses the PL Mount, the established standard in professional cinema, and is rated for the Cinema / Video camera system. With a maximum aperture of T1.8, this telephoto prime gathers substantial light, giving cinematographers flexibility when working in controlled or challenging lighting environments.

The full-frame lens format ensures coverage across large-format sensors, keeping the lens relevant as the industry continues its shift toward larger imaging formats. At 1,800g, the lens has a solid, cinema-grade build. Focus is manual only, consistent with the precision requirements of professional film sets where focus pullers operate dedicated follow-focus systems.

There is no image stabilization, so it performs best when paired with stabilized platforms. As a prime lens at a fixed 150mm focal length, it offers a consistent telephoto perspective suited to portrait work, compressed backgrounds, and subject isolation in narrative and commercial production.

Pros — Zeiss 150mm T1.8

  • ✓Fast T1.8 maximum aperture enables strong performance in low-light shooting scenarios
  • ✓Full-frame lens format provides coverage for large-format cinema sensors
  • ✓PL Mount ensures compatibility with a wide range of professional cinema camera bodies

Cons — Zeiss 150mm T1.8

  • ✗No autofocus — manual focus only, which may limit use in run-and-gun or documentary situations without a dedicated focus puller
  • ✗No image stabilization, requiring external stabilization solutions for handheld or moving shots
  • ✗No filter thread listed, which may complicate use of screw-in filtration

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Frequently Asked Questions — Zeiss 150mm T1.8

What camera mount does the ZEISS Supreme Prime 150mm use?+
The lens uses a PL Mount, which is the standard mount for professional cinema cameras. It is designed for the Cinema / Video camera system and covers a full-frame image circle.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The maximum aperture is T1.8. This is a T-stop rating, which measures actual light transmission rather than the geometric f-stop, making it directly comparable to other cinema lenses rated in T-stops.
Does this lens have autofocus or image stabilization?+
No. The lens is manual focus only, with no autofocus capability. Image stabilization is listed as None, so external stabilization via rigs or gimbals is recommended for moving shots.
What sensors does the full-frame format rating cover?+
The lens format is listed as Full Frame in the specifications, meaning it is designed to cover full-frame cinema sensors. This makes it suitable for large-format cinema productions.
How heavy is the ZEISS Supreme Prime 150mm?+
The lens weighs 1,800g. This is a meaningful consideration when configuring a cinema rig, particularly for handheld or gimbal-based setups where weight balance is critical.
Is this lens a zoom or a prime?+
It is a prime lens with a fixed focal length of 150mm, placing it in the telephoto focal length range. There is no zoom mechanism, which is standard for cinema prime lens sets.

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