Prime Lenses: pros & cons
ARRI and ZEISS, two of the most respected lens companies in the world, have co-developed the revolutionary Master Prime Lenses. Combining speed and optical performance which surpasses that of standard speed primes, these lenses offer creative opportunities previously thought to be impossible. One of the primary drawbacks of using a prime lens is its fixed […]
Ultra Prime Lenses are the best choice
The optical design of this lens features well-controlled distortion and superior close-focus ability. The floating elements design is easy to read and delivers uniform diameters. This makes the lens particularly robust and easy to service. The Ultra primes are a set of lenses that offer excellent sharpness, beautiful cleanliness, and undistorted images. They are an […]
Tips for ultra prime lenses
As a photographer, you may have flip-flopped back and forth between prime and zoom lenses. While there are advantages and disadvantages to each, sometimes you may find yourself stuck with a lens that is not ideal for an event. In this case, it may be beneficial to choose a 50mm prime lens. This is one […]
Prime Lenses vs Zoom Lenses
Prime lenses have several advantages over zoom lenses – they are often smaller and more compact, faster, and offer wider apertures of f/2.8, f/1.8 and f/1.4. Larger apertures allow more light to enter the camera, which can be beneficial for photographers in a number of ways. For example, using a fast shutter speed in combination […]
Master Prime Lenses
The Master Prime Lenses offer a fast and powerful optical performance that surpasses standard speed primes. These lenses open up new creative possibilities, making shots possible that would have been considered impossible before.
Lenses Ultra Prime
The Ultra Prime lenses are lightweight standard speed lenses that have been developed in a cooperation of ARRI and ZEISS. They are a perfect optical match to the high speed ARRI / ZEISS Master Prime lenses. Both companies have been renown for their lenses for almost fifty years.
Guide to Zeiss Super Speed Lenses
One of the most frequent questions we receive at Duclos Lenses is in regards to the different versions of the Zeiss Super Speeds. Sticking to just the 35mm format (not 16mm format) version of Zeiss high speed primes, we’ll discuss some of the basic differences in an attempt to clarify some common misconceptions around the heritage of these illustrious prime lenses.
Ultra-precision optical elements
Ultra-precision optical elements are used in a wide range of applications. They are critical to the performance and reliability of many devices. In this article, we will explore four different types of ultra-precision optical elements and their uses.
Camera Parts
Cameras typically have an enclosed chamber, with an opening or aperture at one end for light to enter, and a recording or viewing surface at the other end.
Can Old Cinema Cameras Still Be Worth Something?
In today’s market, it can be tough to find a camera that isn’t digital. However, there are still some old cinema cameras out there that are in good condition and can be sold for a fairly high price.