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- Angénieux Optimo 28–70mm T2.8
Angénieux 28-70mm
Zoom - Spherical - Full Frame
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This rehoused Angénieux 28–70mm f/2.6 Zoom covers full frame, and has a much more vintage look than modern Angenieux zooms. It flares bigger, and has a more textured bokeh, and as a result, it pairs very well with many of our vintage primes. Regarded as one of the company’s transitional lenses between the classic documentary-era zooms and the modern high-performance Optimos. Covering the critical mid-range focal lengths—wide establishing shots at 28mm through tight portrait-friendly frames at 70mm—it provides cinematographers with versatility, sometimes replacing three or four primes on the set. Its constant f/2.6 aperture gives filmmakers a speed that is unusual for a zoom of its era, while still being compact enough for handheld and Steadicam use. Available for rental or sub-rental at Cine Visuals.
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28-70mm (1 Zoom)
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Image Fidelity & Focus
The 28–70mm is known for smooth, cinematic rendering. Contrast is moderate and never clinical, with a gentle warmth that flatters skin tones. Center sharpness is strong, though there is a natural, aesthetically pleasing softness toward the edges, especially wide open. Focus falloff is graceful, guiding attention without looking harsh or abrupt. Chromatic aberration is modest but visible in high-contrast edges, thanks to its vintage coatings.
Flare & Bokeh
In this rehoused version, flares are expressive and bigger, with Angénieux’s characteristic golden veiling glow and multicolored streaks under strong light. Bokeh is textured and notably soft for a zoom, producing rounded highlights and smooth transitions.
Handling & Adaptability
This rehoused and revitalized 28–70mm is lightweight at only 2.8 pounds, with PL mounts, geared focus, zoom and iris rings, a 95mm front, and reinforced mechanics, allowing it to be used on today’s digital cinema cameras with ease. Close focus has been improved to approximately 20 inches.
Image Circle
This rehoused Angénieux 28–70mm f/2.6 Zoom covers full frame, with a very slight vignette at 28mm on Open Gate FF/VV sensors.
Cinematic Heritage
Developed in the 1980s, the 28–70mm was Angénieux’s answer to the industry’s demand for a mid-range cine zoom that balanced portability and performance – flexibility without the burden of enormous glass. At the time, most productions relied on large 25–250mm zooms or primes. After rehousing, this lens delivers a vintage Angénieux look with practical features.
Technical Specs Table
T-Stop
Type
Format
Front Diameter
Lens Mount
Metadata
Close Focus (ft)
Close Focus (m)
Weight (lbs)
Weight (kg)
Length (in)
Length (mm)
Iris Blades
Image Circle
Front Filter
Rear Filter
Horizontal Angle of View (Full Frame)
Horizontal Angle of View (S35)
Focus Rotation
T2.8
Spherical
Full Frame LF/VV
95 mm
PL
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20"
0.50 m
2.80 lbs
1.27 kg
4.37"
111.00 mm
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46.3 mm
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