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ARRI/Fujinon Alura 15.5-45mm T2.8
Zoom - Spherical - Super 35
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The ARRI/Fujinon Alura 15.5-45mm T2.8 sits at the wide end of the Alura Zoom family, delivering expansive coverage while maintaining consistent cinematic image quality.
| Focal Length | 15.5-45mm |
| T-Stop | T2.8 |
| Close Focus | 0.6 m |
| Front Diameter | 114 mm |
| Weight | 4.90 lbs / 2.22 kg |
| Length | 9.00 in / 228.60 mm |
| Type | Spherical |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Lens Mount | PL |
| Iris Blades | 9 |
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Lens Type:
Zoom Cinema Lenses
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Super 35 Lenses
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PL Mount Cinema Lenses
About the ARRI/Fujinon Alura 15.5-45mm T2.8
Designed for Super 35 sensors, it features a constant T2.8 aperture and a neutral, filmic rendering that integrates well with both ARRI and Fujinon workflows. This lens is built for productions that require flexibility in tighter environments without sacrificing optical integrity. With controlled distortion and smooth focus falloff, the 15.5-45mm offers a reliable wide-angle solution that balances scale with natural perspective.
What This Focal Length Is Built For
The 15.5-45mm range is built for wide-angle storytelling that maintains a grounded, cinematic feel. At the wider end, the lens excels in establishing shots, architectural compositions, and environments where spatial awareness is essential. It allows cinematographers to place subjects within their surroundings while preserving a sense of scale and depth. Unlike more extreme wide lenses, the 15.5-45mm avoids an overly distorted look, helping keep lines controlled and subjects proportionate.
As the lens moves toward the mid-20s and into the 30-45mm range, it transitions into more natural perspectives, making it well suited for dialogue scenes and character-driven moments. This flexibility is especially valuable in confined locations such as interiors, vehicles, or practical sets where repositioning the camera is limited. The lens is also effective for Steadicam and gimbal work, where a wider field of view supports motion and spatial continuity. Overall, this focal range provides a balance between environmental storytelling and functional coverage, making it a strong wide-angle workhorse.
How It Fits Within the Alura Zoom Family
Within the ARRI/Fujinon Alura Zoom family, the 15.5-45mm serves as the widest option, anchoring the system with its ability to capture space and movement. It establishes the visual context of a scene, working with the mid-range and telephoto Alura lenses to create a complete focal spectrum. The lens shares consistent color rendering, contrast, and mechanical design with its siblings, supporting clean intercutting across the lineup.
Its role is foundational in handling wide coverage, spatial storytelling, and dynamic camera movement. When paired with the 18-80mm or 30-80mm, the 15.5-45mm allows productions to move from expansive environments into more standard framing while preserving visual continuity across the set.
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
Super 35
114 mm
PL
–
2'
0.60 m
4.90 lbs
2.20 kg
9.00"
228.00 mm
9
30.00 mm
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–
–
–
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T2.6
Spherical
Super 35
134 mm
PL
–
2'
0.60 m
10.40 lbs
4.70 kg
11.20"
285.00 mm
9
30.00 mm
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–
–
–
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T2.8
Spherical
Super 35
114 mm
PL
–
2'
0.60 m
4.90 lbs
2.20 kg
9.00"
228.00 mm
9
30.00 mm
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–
–
–
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T2.6
Spherical
Super 35
134 mm
PL
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3'
0.90 m
16.00 lbs
7.50 kg
14.60"
370.00 mm
9
30.00 mm
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