The new primes in the family of ZEISS Supreme lenses (135/T1.5 and 21/T1.5) are ready for preorder. The new cinema lenses were presented at NAB. Now the ZEISS Supreme consists of nine lenses, including a 25mm, 29mm, 35mm, 50mm, 65mm, 85mm, and 100mm. Read more about these extraordinary (and pricy) lenses.

Large-format coverage + high speed

The ZEISS Supreme Prime lenses are designed for large-format sensor coverage, combined with a wide aperture (T1.5).  All the glasses across the family cover full frame and even bigger sensors with an image circle of 46.2 mm. The Supreme Prime lenses are color matched across the full range, and most feature a fast T-stop of T1.5. The small front diameter of 95 mm on almost all lenses and standardized positioning of the focus and iris rings across the whole family facilitate fast and easy equipment changeout, within a compact and lightweight design. Furthermore, the lenses feature an interchangeable PL mount.

The ZEISS Supreme Prime lenses are designed for large-format sensor coverage, combined with a wide aperture (T1.5)

Check out the table below which demonstrates more info regarding each lens in the Supreme series. Click on the table for larger image:

Product Highlights

• Covers Full-Frame Sensors
• Internal Focus Design
• Minimal Lens Breathing
• 300° Focus Rotation
• 16-Blade Iris
• Industry Standard Focus and Iris Gears
• 95mm Front Diameter
• Interchangeable PL Mount
• Removable Support Foot
• Supports Cooke /i and ZEISS Xtended Data

ZEISS Supreme Primes – The Natural look

The Supreme series has been developed for a couple of years, with a dedication for full format compatibility. It can be said that the Supreme is kind of a next generation to the Compact Primes series. Till now, there are nine primes. However, according to ZEISS, the set will be enlarged to contain 14 lenses (will be ready in 2020).

The Supreme Primes most probably will not replaces the Master Primes nor Ultra Primes, which are at the high-end of ZEISS cinema lenses. The Supreme is meant to be a more affordable large-format option for filmmakers that love and used to the ZEISS cinema look. ZEISS Supreme claims to the natural look rather than the unique/old/vintage look.

21/T1.5 and 135/T1.5

The 21mm and the 135mm are the newest members in the family and were announced at NAB. Those lenses are now available for preorder and cost $21,750 which is a bit higher than the other Supreme Primes.

What are your thoughts about those new Supreme Primes? Would you use them? Would you purchase one? In your opinion, are there any better full frame alternatives in the market? Let’s know your insights in the comments section below.