Second generation of Optimo lightweight lenses, the Optimo Ultra compact lenses replace the famous academy awarded Optimo 15-40 and 28-76 lenses which have been the faithful companions of Directors of Photography for more than 15 years. This new generation of high-end lenses is fully designed for the FF/VV format. Lightweight and compact, these lenses are among the lightest on the market. Thought for users, these lenses are the perfect addition to the Angénieux high-end Full Frame collection which already included the Optimo Ultra 12X and the Optimo Prime Series. Built to be ergonomic, has that Optimo optical quality including the Angénieux look and has high-precision mechanics. The major characteristics of the Optimo Ultra compact lenses which integrate high-tech optical and mechanical components are listed below:

NEW OPTICAL DESIGN

• Completely new optical design to enable Full Frame Coverage
• Superb image quality from T2,9 (in FF/VV) open aperture
• Well controlled optical performances at each focal length and focus distance by having a good balance between contrast and resolution. Appealing cinematic look
• Perfect homogeneity of color, contrast and resolution. Low distortion
• No ramping, minimal breathing, very fast for 2.7x zoom ratios
• Close focus of 2ft / 0.6m enables extreme close-up shots

NEW MECHANICAL DESIGN

• Completely newly designed mechanics vs. Optimo 15-40 & 28-76
• Compact (235mm) and very lightweight (2,6kg / 6lbs)
• Precise and rugged travelling of the zoom and focus groups using Angenieux classic rod mechanical guiding system
• Precise and ergonomic focus ring with scale rotation of 310°, user-optimized marking design
• User changeable focus marking rings (focusing scales available in feet or metric)
• Adapted to extreme shooting environments (passive athermalization from -20°C to +45°C)
• Available in PL mount.
• Front protective glass (as an accessory)
• Can be used with with ARRI FF4 & FF5 Follow-Focus, please use ARRI FF Gear 0.8 Module, 43 Tooth, 45mm K2.0020752

MULTIPLE IMAGE FORMAT DESIGN

• IRO ready
• Optimo Ultra Compact FF/VV Only for the time being