Zeiss Nano Prime 50mm T1.5 – E Mount

Overview
The ZEISS Nano Primes are a comprehensive range of cinema lenses that cover a focal range of 18mm to 100mm. These lenses are designed for full-frame sensors, providing cinematographers with the ability to create visually stunning images. With a maximum aperture of T1.5 and a rounded 12-blade iris, these lenses produce a beautiful bokeh, making them a top choice for both aspiring and professional filmmakers. The compact design and precise controls of the Nano Primes make them suitable for use on gimbals and drones, and they are also tested for durability in harsh filming conditions. With an interchangeable mount system and electronic interface for real-time lens data, these lenses are versatile and reliable for any project.

The ZEISS Nano Primes are the go-to choice for cinematographers around the world, with a global service network for maintenance and support. These lenses are designed for modern full frame mirrorless cameras and are available for Sony E-mount. They offer high performance and a cinematic look in a small and affordable package. Whether for commercials, documentaries, music videos, or feature films, the Nano Primes are the perfect choice for achieving a true cinema experience.

Summary
Focal Length: 50mm
Max Aperture: T1.5 – T16
Lens Mount: Sony E
Front Diameter: 95mm
Scale: Feet
Weight: 0-2kg
Included in box
1 x Zeiss Nano Prime 50mm T1.5 Lens – E Mount (Feet Scale)

About the Zeiss Nano Prime 50mm T1.5 – E Mount
ZEISS Nano Primes are cinema lenses designed for modern full frame mirrorless cameras – initially available for Sony E-mount. Lenses for everyone looking for highest performance and cinematic look in a small package. The six focal lengths all feature a consistent high speed of T1.5, come with a small and robust real cine lens housing with professional cine ergonomics and have an interchangeable mount.

Nano Primes are lenses for all cinematographers. No matter if up-and-coming or seasoned DP. For all budgets. No matter if small or big. For all projects. No matter if for commercials, documentaries, or music videos, for series, independent or features films. Lenses that check all the boxes when it comes to look, ergonomics, size and weight or lens data workflow. Lenses that you can afford. Lenses that won‘t let you down.​

​ZEISS Nano Primes are the go-to lenses for everyday: True Cinema. For All.​

Aperture T1.5 to T16
Close Focus(1) 0.50 m / 19.7″
Length(2) 89 mm / 3.5″
Front Diameter 95 mm / 3.7″
Weight 0.92 kg / 2.04 lbs
Rotation Angle of Focus Scale 280°
Horizontal Angle of View(3) 40.4°
(1) Minimum marked distance, measured from the image plane
(2) Front to mount flange
(3) Horizontal angle of view for a full frame camera (aspect ratio 1:1.5, dimensions 36 mm x 24 mm / 1.42″x 0.94″)

Comprehensive Focal Range

Featuring focal lengths of 18mm, 24mm, 35mm, 50mm, 75mm, and 100mm, Nano Primes offer a comprehensive range, delivering versatile angles of view from wide-angle to telephoto. This makes them the preferred choice for a broad spectrum of cinematic requirements.

Covering Cinematic Full-Frame

Leveraging full-frame sensors enhances visual depth and character. Nano Primes are designed to accommodate these larger sensors, providing cinematographers of all levels – from aspiring to seasoned professionals – the ability to create images abundant in volume and personality.

Cinematic Look in Every Shot

The high speed of the Nano Primes, coupled with their close focus capability, achieves a mesmerizing shallow depth-of-field, even in wide-angle shots. With a maximum aperture of T1.5 and a rounded 12-blade iris, these lenses produce an exquisite bokeh, allowing the creation of authentic cinematic visuals. Providing a versatile and subtle sharpness reminiscent of Supreme Primes, they serve as an excellent choice for B-Cam and C-Cam, or as a cost-effective alternative.

Full Cine Ergonomics in a Small Package

Nano Primes showcase exceptional precision and durability. With a compact design housing a 95mm compendium ring and an 86mm screw-in filter thread, these lenses seamlessly integrate with gimbals and drones. The uniform positioning of focus and iris rings simplifies lens changes, complemented by easy-to-read calibrated scales, a fluid 280° focus rotation, and a precise 90° iris ring rotation for meticulous control.

Tested for Harsh Conditions

Made for challenging conditions such as cold and rain, Nano Primes undergo rigorous testing to guarantee unparalleled durability in the most demanding filming environments. Nano Primes stand as the reliable choice for everyday lenses.

Interchangeable Mount

The Nano Primes are equipped for seamless mount exchange, facilitated by the trusted ZEISS IMS (Interchangeable Mount System). Featuring user-adjustable back focus through shims, these lenses guarantee precise scales, even with entry-level cameras that typically exhibit higher mount mechanics tolerances.

Electronic Interface for Real-Time Lens Data

The Nano Primes come with an integrated electronic interface on the mount, enabling real-time transmission of metadata, including focal length, focus distance, and aperture, directly to the camera. Additional lens data, covering distortion and vignetting, is accessible within the ZEISS CinCraft ecosystem. This information proves valuable for post-production (CinCraft Mapper) and is compatible with the newly introduced CinCraft Scenario camera tracking system.

Used and Maintained Around the Globe

Hand-assembled and meticulously engraved with individually calibrated scales, ZEISS Nano Prime lenses prioritize serviceability from the early stages of development. ZEISS has established a robust global service network in recent years, with authorized service stations providing maintenance to factory standards in the US, Europe, and Asia.