The Angenieux Optimo 15-40mm is a premium lightweight wide-angle zoom lens designed for high-end film and digital cinematography. Known for its outstanding optical performance, smooth mechanics, and compact build, it delivers sharp, consistent images with minimal distortion across the zoom range. It’s ideal for handheld, Steadicam, and gimbal work where flexibility and precision are essential.

Key Features

Wide-Angle Zoom Range: Offers a versatile focal range for wide establishing shots, dynamic close-ups, and handheld work, all in one lens.
Constant Maximum Aperture: Ensures consistent exposure across the entire zoom range (no ramping) and excellent low-light performance with a beautiful, shallow depth of field.
Compact and Lightweight: Ideal for agile shooting scenarios like handheld, Steadicam, gimbals, and drones, reducing operator fatigue and increasing versatility.
Superb Optical Quality: Delivers exceptional sharpness, perfect homogeneity of color, contrast, and resolution, often rivaling prime lenses.
Minimal Optical Imperfections: Virtually no focus breathing and very low distortion, crucial for professional cinematography.
Consistent Mechanics: Shares an identical center of gravity and consistent placement of focus, iris, and zoom gears with other lightweight Optimo zooms, enabling fast, simple lens changes on set.
Cinema Standard Design: Features independent, manual control rings with standard 0.8 MOD gear teeth and a focus rotation for precise focus pulling.
Temperature Stability: Designed with passive athermalization to compensate for temperature drifts, maintaining focus consistency across varying shooting environments.

The Angenieux Optimo Style 25-250mm is a high-performance 10x cine zoom lens that is the 4th generation of Angenieux’s signature 25-250mm focal range, optimized for Super35 (S35) digital cinema cameras. It is part of the Optimo Style series, offering a blend of acclaimed Optimo image quality and modern features.

Features:

Versatile 10x Zoom Range: Covers a wide to telephoto focal length of 25 to 250mm.
Constant Aperture: Maintains a consistent maximum aperture of T3.5 throughout the entire zoom range for reliable exposure control.
High Optical Quality: Optimized for 4K+ resolution with minimal distortion, low chromatic aberration, and well-controlled breathing.
Cinematic “Optimo Look”: Color reproduction is designed to match the highly acclaimed Optimo lens series for seamless integration with other Angenieux lenses.
Internal Mechanics: Features internal focus and zoom mechanisms, meaning the lens length and volume remain constant during operation.
Robust and Precise Build: Features the Angenieux rod guiding system for robust and precise zoom and focus mechanics, suitable for professional use.
Interchangeable Mounts: Available in PL mount but is easily interchangeable with Panavision PV and Canon EF mounts for flexibility.

The Angénieux Optimo Style 25-250mm T3.5 is the fourth-generation evolution of the legendary 10x zoom focal range that has served the motion picture industry for over 50 years. Specifically re-engineered for Super 35mm digital sensors, this versatile “studio zoom” offers a sophisticated balance of modern 4K+ resolution and the organic, cinematic texture known as the “Angénieux look.” By providing a constant T3.5 aperture and perfectly matched colorimetry to the high-end Optimo series, it serves as a highly efficient alternative to carrying an entire set of primes, making it a reliable workhorse for feature films, documentaries, and high-end commercials where focal flexibility and optical precision are paramount.

Key Features:
Versatile 10x Zoom Range: Covers 25mm to 250mm, providing a comprehensive toolkit for everything from wide establishing shots to extreme telephoto close-ups.
Constant T3.5 Aperture: Maintains consistent exposure throughout the entire zoom range with no iris ramping.
Legendary “Angénieux Look”: Delivers organic skin tones, smooth contrast, and high-resolution imagery that exceeds 4K standards.
Advanced /i Technology: Integrated digital metadata system provides real-time data for focus, iris, and zoom to assist in VFX workflows.
Internal Focus & Zoom: Robust mechanical design ensures no change in physical lens volume or front-element rotation during operation.
Minimal Focus Breathing: Sophisticated optics keep the image stable and framing consistent during significant focus pulls.
Extender Compatibility: Fully compatible with Optimo 1.4x and 2x extenders to reach up to a 500mm focal length.

Wide 12x Zoom Range: Covers a broad spectrum from wide-angle (24mm) to long telephoto (290mm), reducing the need for frequent lens changes.
Constant T2.8 Aperture: Maintains a bright T2.8 aperture throughout the entire zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure and excellent low-light performance with no “ramping.”
Superb Optical Quality: Delivers sharp images with excellent contrast and color rendition. Often considered a “variable prime” due to its high image fidelity across all focal lengths, rivaling prime lenses.
Minimal Breathing and Distortion: Engineered to significantly reduce focus breathing and optical distortion, ensuring professional cinematic results.
Internal Focus Design: The lens maintains a constant physical length during focus pulls, which is crucial for smooth operation with matte boxes and other accessories.
Precise Focus Control: Features a wide 327° focus rotation with over 70 accurate witness marks, allowing for very precise and repeatable focus pulls. Focus scales can be interchanged between feet and meters.
Robust and Reliable Mechanics: Built with durable, high-quality materials and a robust zoom/focus mechanism designed for the demands of professional production environments.
PL Mount Compatibility: Comes standard with a PL mount, making it compatible with most professional cinema cameras. Optional Canon EF and Panavision mounts may be available.
Academy 35mm Sensor Coverage: Designed to cover Academy 35mm sensors. With optional 1.4x or 2x Optimo extenders, it can extend coverage to Super 35 and even Full Frame/VistaVision (depending on the specific lens model, like the Optimo Ultra 12x variant).
Wide Operating Temperature: Designed to perform reliably across a broad temperature range, from cold to hot environments.

Features:
Expansive Zoom Range: A significant 12x zoom from 24mm to 290mm, offering immense flexibility for various shots without frequent lens changes.
Fast T2.8 Aperture: A constant T2.8 maximum aperture across the entire zoom range, ensuring excellent low-light performance and consistent exposure.
No Ramping: Maintains a constant T-stop (aperture) throughout the zoom, crucial for smooth, continuous exposure during zoom ins and outs.
Superb Image Quality: Delivers sharp, high-resolution images with excellent colorimetry and contrast, often rivaling prime lenses. Considered a “variable prime” due to its optical quality.
Minimal Breathing: Focus breathing is virtually eliminated, preventing distracting changes in the field of view during focus pulls.
Internal Focus Design: The lens maintains a constant physical length when focusing, making it easier to work with matte boxes and other accessories.
Precise Focus Control: Features a wide 327° focus rotation with over 70 precise witness marks, allowing for accurate and repeatable focus pulls.
Versatile Sensor Coverage: Covers 35mm Academy sensor sizes (up to 30mm diagonal). Can be expanded to Super 35 (and even Full Frame/VistaVision with the Optimo Ultra 12X version and extenders).
Robust Construction: Built with durable, lightweight materials and designed for extreme production environments, including a wide operating temperature range.
PL Mount Standard: Comes with a standard ARRI PL mount, with options for other mounts like Canon EF (or Panavision with conversion).
Accessory Compatibility: Designed to integrate seamlessly with industry-standard zoom motors, follow focus units, and matte boxes (162mm front diameter).

The Angénieux Optimo 12x 24-290mm T2.8 is the definitive industry-standard zoom, legendary for its presence on the world’s most prestigious film sets and high-end commercial productions. Offering an extraordinary 12x focal range that effectively replaces an entire kit of prime lenses, this powerhouse delivers the iconic “Angénieux look”—a sophisticated blend of high contrast, superb resolution, and organic skin tones. Despite its massive focal reach, it maintains a fast and constant T2.8 aperture throughout the entire zoom range, providing cinematographers with unparalleled creative flexibility and optical precision without the need for frequent lens changes or exposure adjustments.

Key Features:
Massive 12x Zoom Range: Covers 24mm to 290mm, providing ultimate versatility for everything from wide establishing shots to extreme telephoto.
Fast and Constant T2.8 Aperture: Maintains a consistent exposure across the entire focal range with no iris ramping.
Superior Optical Performance: Engineered to provide exceptional image quality with high contrast and resolution that exceeds 4K standards.
No Focus Breathing: Advanced internal mechanics ensure that framing remains perfectly stable during dramatic focus pulls.
Legendary Color Matching: Calibrated to match the entire Optimo series for a consistent visual narrative across multiple cameras.
Robust Mechanical Design: Built for the rigors of professional sets with precise, smooth focus, iris, and zoom gears.
Extender Compatibility: Seamlessly works with Optimo 1.4x and 2x extenders for a reach of up to 580mm while maintaining high image quality.

Includes:

Pelican Hard Case

The Angénieux Optimo DP 16-42mm and 30-80mm T2.8 zoom duo represents a perfectly matched “Rouge” set, specifically optimized for digital cinema sensors and lightweight configurations. These lenses provide the legendary “Angénieux look”—characterized by organic skin tones and a delicate balance of contrast and resolution—across a comprehensive focal range that covers nearly every essential narrative perspective. Engineered for agility, this high-performance pair is the definitive choice for Steadicam, handheld, and gimbal-based cinematography, allowing DP’s to swap between wide-angle and telephoto setups without sacrificing the consistent T2.8 speed or the sophisticated optical character for which the Optimo series is world-renowned.

Key Features:
Consistent T2.8 Aperture: Maintains exposure and depth-of-field control across both lenses and their entire zoom ranges.
Matched Optical Character: Both lenses are color-calibrated to ensure seamless intercutting and a unified visual aesthetic.
Lightweight Precision Design: Optimized for mobile production, making them ideal for drones, gimbals, and handheld rigs.
Zero Breathing and Ramping: Sophisticated internal mechanics ensure framing remains stable during focus and zoom adjustments.
Standardized Gear Positions: Features uniform focus and iris gear placement for rapid lens changes with follow focus systems.
High Contrast and Resolution: Specifically engineered to maximize the performance of modern high-resolution digital cinema sensors.
Versatile Focal Coverage: The 16-42mm and 30-80mm combination provides a complete toolkit for varied storytelling needs.

The Angénieux Optimo Style 25-250mm T3.5 is the fourth-generation evolution of the legendary 10x zoom focal range that has served the motion picture industry for over 50 years. Specifically re-engineered for Super 35mm digital sensors, this versatile “studio zoom” offers a sophisticated balance of modern 4K+ resolution and the organic, cinematic texture known as the “Angénieux look.” By providing a constant T3.5 aperture and perfectly matched colorimetry to the high-end Optimo series, it serves as a highly efficient alternative to carrying an entire set of primes, making it a reliable workhorse for feature films, documentaries, and high-end commercials where focal flexibility and optical precision are paramount.

Key Features:
Versatile 10x Zoom Range: Covers 25mm to 250mm, providing a comprehensive toolkit for everything from wide establishing shots to extreme telephoto close-ups.
Constant T3.5 Aperture: Maintains consistent exposure throughout the entire zoom range with no iris ramping.
Legendary “Angénieux Look”: Delivers organic skin tones, smooth contrast, and high-resolution imagery that exceeds 4K standards.
Advanced /i Technology: Integrated digital metadata system provides real-time data for focus, iris, and zoom to assist in VFX workflows.
Internal Focus & Zoom: Robust mechanical design ensures no change in physical lens volume or front-element rotation during operation.
Minimal Focus Breathing: Sophisticated optics keep the image stable and framing consistent during significant focus pulls.
Extender Compatibility: Fully compatible with Optimo 1.4x and 2x extenders to reach up to a 500mm focal length.

The Angénieux Optimo 15-40mm is a high-end cinema zoom lens known for its superior optical performance, compact design, and versatility. It is widely used in professional film and television production.

Features:

Focal Range: 15-40mm, ideal for wide to mid-range shots.
Fast Aperture: T2.6 constant aperture for excellent low-light performance.
Exceptional Image Quality: Minimal breathing, superb sharpness, and contrast.
Compact and Lightweight: Weighs only 4.2 lbs (1.92 kg), perfect for handheld and stabilized rigs.
Smooth Zoom and Focus: Precision mechanics with a 320° focus rotation.
Color Consistency: Matches seamlessly with other Angénieux lenses.
PL Mount: Compatible with most professional cinema cameras.

The Angénieux Optimo Style 25-250mm T3.5 is the fourth-generation evolution of the legendary 10x zoom focal range that has served the motion picture industry for over 50 years. Specifically re-engineered for Super 35mm digital sensors, this versatile “studio zoom” offers a sophisticated balance of modern 4K+ resolution and the organic, cinematic texture known as the “Angénieux look.” By providing a constant T3.5 aperture and perfectly matched colorimetry to the high-end Optimo series, it serves as a highly efficient alternative to carrying an entire set of primes, making it a reliable workhorse for feature films, documentaries, and high-end commercials where focal flexibility and optical precision are paramount.

Key Features:
Versatile 10x Zoom Range: Covers 25mm to 250mm, providing a comprehensive toolkit for everything from wide establishing shots to extreme telephoto close-ups.
Constant T3.5 Aperture: Maintains consistent exposure throughout the entire zoom range with no iris ramping.
Legendary “Angénieux Look”: Delivers organic skin tones, smooth contrast, and high-resolution imagery that exceeds 4K standards.
Advanced /i Technology: Integrated digital metadata system provides real-time data for focus, iris, and zoom to assist in VFX workflows.
Internal Focus & Zoom: Robust mechanical design ensures no change in physical lens volume or front-element rotation during operation.
Minimal Focus Breathing: Sophisticated optics keep the image stable and framing consistent during significant focus pulls.
Extender Compatibility: Fully compatible with Optimo 1.4x and 2x extenders to reach up to a 500mm focal length.

The Angénieux Optimo/i 44-440mm T4.5 A2S is a pinnacle of anamorphic zoom technology, delivering a powerful 10x magnification while maintaining the sophisticated “Angénieux look” across the entire range. Engineered with a true 2x horizontal squeeze, this lens produces the classic cinematic oval bokeh and organic rendering that filmmakers crave, all within a single, versatile housing. By integrating the /i Technology metadata system and utilizing an advanced optical design that minimizes distortion and chromatic aberration, the 44-440mm offers a modern, high-performance solution for widescreen storytelling, allowing cinematographers to transition from sweeping medium shots to tight, compressed telephoto frames without the need for frequent lens swaps.

Key Features:
True 2x Anamorphic Squeeze: Delivers authentic widescreen characteristics, including vertical oval bokeh and unique flare properties.
Massive 10x Zoom Range: Covers an extensive 44mm to 440mm range, providing unmatched flexibility for anamorphic productions.
Constant T4.5 Aperture: Ensures consistent exposure and depth of field throughout the entire zoom range without iris ramping.
/i Technology Integration: Built-in digital metadata system provides real-time data for focus, iris, and zoom to streamline VFX workflows.
Signature Angénieux Colorimetry: Meticulously calibrated to match the Optimo anamorphic prime and zoom family for seamless intercutting.
Minimal Focus Breathing: Precision internal mechanics keep the image stable and framing consistent during dramatic focus pulls.
Close Focus Capability: Features a remarkable minimum object distance for an anamorphic zoom, allowing for intimate, high-impact close-ups.

The Angénieux Optimo 24-290mm is a high-performance cinema zoom lens renowned for its versatility and exceptional optical quality. Designed for professional filmmakers, it offers a wide focal length range and a fast aperture, making it ideal for feature films, commercials, and TV productions. This lens is a benchmark for smooth focus, zoom, and iris control.

Features:

Wide Focal Length Range: 24-290mm covers everything from wide shots to close-ups.
Fast Constant Aperture: T2.8 throughout the zoom range ensures excellent low-light performance.
Superior Optical Quality: Delivers sharp images with minimal distortion and consistent color rendition.
Smooth Mechanics: Offers precise focus, zoom, and iris control for professional operation.
Versatile Use: Compatible with both digital and film cameras.
Robust Build: Engineered for durability in demanding shooting environments.
Parfocal Design: Maintains focus while zooming, saving time during production.
Minimal Breathing: Reduces changes in image size when focusing, ensuring cinematic results.

The Angénieux Optimo 12x 28-340mm T3.2 is a high-performance studio zoom engineered to meet the extreme demands of modern digital cinematography and 4K+ production. Building upon the legacy of the industry-standard 24-290mm, this lens offers an expanded focal range and a larger image circle, making it perfectly compatible with the latest generations of high-resolution digital cinema cameras. It delivers the signature “Angénieux look”—characterized by a delicate balance of high contrast, superb resolution, and organic, natural skin tones—while providing a constant T3.2 aperture throughout the entire 12x zoom range. This lens is the definitive choice for feature films, commercials, and high-end broadcasts where focal flexibility and uncompromised optical quality are absolute requirements.

Key Features
Expanded 12x Zoom Range: Covers 28mm to 340mm, offering an incredibly versatile focal range for wide establishing shots and compressed telephoto close-ups.
Constant T3.2 Aperture: Ensures consistent exposure and depth-of-field control across the entire focal range with no iris ramping.
Large Image Circle Coverage: Optimized for modern digital sensors with a 31.4mm diagonal, providing edge-to-edge sharpness on Super 35 formats.
Minimal Focus Breathing: Advanced optical design ensures that framing remains perfectly stable during dramatic focus adjustments.
Legendary Color Matching: Calibrated to match the entire Optimo series for a consistent visual aesthetic across multiple camera setups.
Robust Mechanical Design: Features precise, smooth-running gears for focus, iris, and zoom, built to withstand the rigors of professional sets.
Extender Compatibility: Fully compatible with Optimo 1.4x and 2x extenders for a reach of up to 680mm while maintaining high image integrity.