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- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 8R 8mm T2.8
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 12mm T2.0
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 14mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 16mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 20mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 24mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 28mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 32mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 40mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 50mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 65mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 85mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 100mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 135mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 180mm T1.9
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ARRI Zeiss Ultra Primes LDS
Prime - Spherical - Super 35
product details
The ARRI/Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS lenses deliver precise, high-contrast imagery with uniform color rendition across every focal length in the series. Long regarded as one of the most complete and dependable lens families for 35mm cinematography, the Ultra Primes cover an impressive 16 focal lengths, ranging from 8mm to 180mm, offering exceptional creative range. Known for their sharpness and consistent optical performance, they provide a clean, modern aesthetic that balances clarity with cinematic depth. Their compact form factor, reliability, and rugged construction have made them a mainstay on professional sets around the world. Trusted by cinematographers for their consistency and precision, the Ultra Prime LDS lenses remain a cornerstone of professional production. Available to rent or sub-rent from Cine Visuals.
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 8R 8mm T2.8
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 12mm T2.0
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 14mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 16mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 20mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 24mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 28mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 32mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 40mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 50mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 65mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 85mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 100mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 135mm T1.9
- ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime 180mm T1.9
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8mm – 180mm (15 Lenses)
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*Refer to the Technical Specifications table
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ARRI Zeiss Ultra Prime LDS
Image Fidelity & Focus
The Ultra Prime LDS lenses are recognized for their balanced color rendition, rich contrast, and uniform image quality throughout the lineup. They exhibit minimal focus breathing, excellent distortion control, and a soft, natural transition between focus and defocus. The image remains crisp and detailed without appearing overly sharp, maintaining a smooth, cinematic roll-off that gives subjects dimensional depth and realism.
Handling & Adaptability
The Ultra Prime LDS lenses are built for complete on-set consistency, featuring matched front diameters, standardized gear placement, and durable PL mounts for seamless lens changes and full compatibility with professional accessories. Their focus mechanics are exceptionally smooth and precise, offering extended rotation and minimal breathing for accurate, repeatable focus pulls. Integrated Lens Data System (LDS) technology transmits essential metadata directly to compatible ARRI cameras, simplifying on-set workflow and enhancing efficiency for visual effects and post-production integration.
Flare & Bokeh
With Zeiss’s advanced lens coatings, the Ultra Prime LDS lenses offer superb flare resistance, maintaining contrast and clarity even when shooting into strong light sources. They render highlights with precision while still allowing for a gentle, cinematic veil when desired. The bokeh is smooth and neutral, featuring softly rounded out-of-focus highlights that avoid harsh edges, resulting in a natural, well-balanced image with pleasing depth and texture.
Image Circle
The Ultra Prime LDS lenses are designed specifically for the Super 35 format, providing full coverage without vignetting. They do not offer full-frame coverage unless cropped, making them optimized for Super 35 digital and film workflows.
Cinematic Heritage
First released in the late 1990s and refined through the early 2000s, the Ultra Prime LDS lenses quickly became one of the most trusted and widely adopted cinema lens systems in the industry. They were designed to bridge the gap between the compact, high-speed Zeiss Super Speeds and the heavier, more advanced Zeiss Master Primes, offering an ideal balance of performance and practicality. Renowned for their reliability, optical precision, and understated character, the Ultra Primes have secured their place as a true standard in modern cinematography.
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
134 mm
PL
LDS
1'2"
0.35 m
4.40 lbs
2.00 kg
5.10"
130.00 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T2.0
Spherical
Super 35
156 mm
PL
LDS
12"
0.30 m
4.80 lbs
2.20 kg
5.50"
140.00 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
114 mm
PL
LDS
9"
0.22 m
4.00 lbs
1.80 kg
4.40"
112.00 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
104 mm
PL
LDS
10"
0.25 m
3.30 lbs
1.50 kg
3.70"
94.00 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
104 mm
PL
LDS
11"
0.28 m
3.30 lbs
1.50 kg
3.60"
91.60 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
104 mm
PL
LDS
12"
0.30 m
2.90 lbs
1.30 kg
3.60"
91.60 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
104 mm
PL
LDS
11"
0.28 m
3.30 lbs
1.50 kg
3.60"
91.60 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
104 mm
PL
LDS
1'2"
0.35 m
2.10 lbs
1.40 kg
3.60"
91.60 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
104 mm
PL
LDS
1'3"
0.38 m
2.10 lbs
1.40 kg
3.60"
91.60 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
104 mm
PL
LDS
2'
0.60 m
2.60 lbs
1.20 kg
3.60"
91.60 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
104 mm
PL
LDS
2'3"
0.65 m
2.10 lbs
1.40 kg
3.60"
91.60 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
104 mm
PL
LDS
3'
0.90 m
3.30 lbs
1.50 kg
3.60"
91.60 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
104 mm
PL
LDS
3'3"
1.00 m
3.30 lbs
1.50 kg
3.60"
91.60 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
104 mm
PL
LDS
5'
1.50 m
4.40 lbs
2.00 kg
4.70"
119.00 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
T1.9
Spherical
Super 35
114 mm
PL
LDS
8'6"
2.60 m
6.20 lbs
2.80 kg
6.50"
166.00 mm
9
31.1 mm
–
–
–
–
270°
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