Angenieux Optimo 24-290 T2.8:
The Angenieux Optimo 24-290 T2.8 12X cinema zoom lens remains a workhouse in the cinema world. The Optimo series of zooms from Angenieux represents the pinnacle of zoom lens optical design. These are some of the only zooms that can match and even exceed the performance of prime lenses. The 24-290mm T2.8 is legend at this point, covering a huge 12x zoom range from wide to super-telephoto. No ramping, virtually no focus breathing, excellent close focus considering its range, and of course, Angenieux’s now legendary color, contrast and character.
• Extremely fast aperture speed of T2.8
• Impressive contrast and color reproduction
• Superior level of optical performance accross the entire range
• No ramping, no breathing
• 327° focus rotation with over 25 witness marks
• PL mount
Consistent image quality across the zoom range enables you to use this zoom as a de facto set of variable primes. The 24-290mm Optimo zoom features internal focus design for a constant length as focus is changed and exhibits no signs of breathing during focus pulls.
SPECS:
Focal Length | 24 - 290 mm |
Max Aperture | T2.8 |
Lens Mount | PL Mount |
Format Coverage | Super 35 (30 mm) |
Close Focus | 4 ft |
Front Diameter | 162 mm |
Length | 17.3 in |
Weight | 24.2 lbs |