DZOFilm has introduced the ARLES Large Aperture Series. The lenses own super-fast aperture (T1.4) and encompass 10 focal lengths: 25mm/ 35mm/ 50mm/ 75mm/ 100mm; B set: 14mm/ 21mm/ 40mm/ 135mm/ 180mm. Each lens costs $2,150. Check them out below.
DZOFilm ARLES: Vista Vision Cine T1.4 lenses
The ARLES (named after a town in France and the luminous legacy of Vincent van Gogh) Series features a maximum image circle of 46.5mm, that covers VV (Vista Vision) format. Additionally, the glass has a multi-layer nano-coating process with a low-saturation blue coating to minimize surface reflections, decreasing the flaring and ensuring a clean image. DZOFilm emphasizes that there’s a consistent color temperature of around 5000K across all focal lengths that reproduces natural colors.
Features at a Glance:
- T1.4 Large Aperture
- With a maximum image circle of 46.5mm
- 16 Blade Aperture
- Complete Set of 10 focal lengths (14mm – 180mm)
- Utilizes aspherical elements
- Unified front diameter 95mm and interchangeable focus rings
- Lightweight( between 1.4 – 1.9kgs)
- Comprehensive Set: But 5 for now
The ARLES Series comprises a total of 10 lenses, ranging from 14mm to 180mm, offering coverage for medium format cameras such as the 43.8×32.9mm format with focal lengths ranging from 25mm to 50mm, as well as large format cameras like the ARRI ALEXA 65 (54.12×25.59mm) with focal lengths from 75mm to 180mm. DZOFilm adds that by utilizing precision-engineered aspherical elements, including two aspherical elements (with a maximum front diameter reaching 50mm) in the 14mm, 21mm, and 25mm lenses, the ARLES Series effectively minimizes aberrations, ensuring unparalleled image clarity and fidelity. It also reduces onion-ring bokeh and minimizes wide-angle distortion and astigmatism.
Durability and Adaptability
According to DZOFilm, the ARLES lenses undergo rigorous endurance testing and feature a modular focus ring design, ensuring durability for professional use. With a standardized front diameter of 95mm and a filter thread size of 86mm, they seamlessly integrate with industry-standard matte boxes and accessories. The user-friendly double-scale focus ring allows switching between metric and imperial scales (professional tools needed). With consistent lengths across most focal lengths, except for the 135mm and 180mm, the lightweight design (1.4 to 1.9kg) facilitates integration with various equipment for versatile shooting styles, including handheld, vehicle-mounted, shoulder-mounted, and aerial shots.
Explore the technical specifications below:
Price and availability
Single lens: 25mm/35mm/50mm/75mm/100mm – $2149 each (gift box); 5-lens Set (A set): $9699 (with hard case). Explore the Products List at the end of the article.
And what about some footage?
Check out the sample footage below (released by DZOFilm):
Product List
Here are the products mentioned in the article, and the links to purchase them from authorized dealers.
- DZOFilm Arles FF/VV Prime Cine 5-Lens Set (ARRI PL)
Deals & Specials for filmmakers
Here are some updated and selected deals and specials for filmmakers offered by top dealers (B&H and Adorama).
- Deals & Specials – Digial Cinema Cameras on B&H
- Deals & Specials – Digial Cinema Cameras on Adorama
- Special gift for filmmakers
