The Ultra Prime 8R/T2.8 is an extreme wide angle lens with a unique look unparalleled by any other lens in the film or video world. Because of its rectilinear design it shows an extremely wide angle of view without any of the commonly associated fisheye distortions.
This unique perspective opens new creative opportunities. The Ultra Prime 8R can be used for exhilarating high-speed point-of-view shots, amplifying the apparent speed of movement and putting the viewer right in the middle of the action. Since wide angle lenses exaggerate depth perception, this lens can make any space seem larger than it really is, without showing the telltale distortion of conventional wide angle lenses. For grand establishing shots, walls will look straight even when they are at the edge of the frame. Because of its enormous depth of field and straight image geometry, it is also very useful for shooting miniatures. The Ultra Prime 8R is the ideal lens for sweeping vistas, the interiors of cars, small rooms, unusual angles, wild music videos, underwater filming and many other applications where a fresh new look is required.
| Manufacturer | ZEISS |
| Series | Ultra Prime |
| Model | 8R |
| Focal Length | 8mm |
| Max Aperture | T2.8 |
| Min Aperture | T22 |
| Format | Super35 |
| Image Circle | - |
| Minimum Focus | 14 in. |
| Focus Rotation | - |
| Iris Blades | 9 |
| Optical Design | - |
| Squeeze | none |
| Front Diameter | 134mm |
| Filter Thread | none |
| Focus/Zoom Rod | none |
| Native Mount | PL |
| Data Protocol | none |
| Length | 5.1 in. |
| Weight | 2000 g |
| Body Telescope | none |
| Body Material | Aluminum |
| Focus Drive | Manual |
| Iris Drive | Manual |
| Zoom Drive | n/a |
Country of Origin: Germany
Release Date: -
Launch Price: -
Design Revisions:
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Service Manual: Disassembly/Re-assembly
Full CLA: 8-10 hrs.
always include one front and one rear teflon washer when quoting a full CLA in case they are damaged or squished which will affect the feel of the focus before and/or after. teflon washers are in QB and generally in stock always.
P+C FE: No
front element is an asphere. cannot be polished
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