Angenieux Optimo Ultra Compact 21-56mm Zoom Lens (Feet)

Truly compact and lightweight for its class, the Optimo Ultra Compact 21-56mm Zoom Lens from Angenieux provides optimal imaging for full-frame, VV sensor cameras. This successor to the original Optimo lightweight zooms offers the same classic Angenieux look with balanced contrast and resolution found with its 37-102mm Optimo Ultra Compact companion lens, the Optimo Ultra 12x zoom, and the Optimo primes.

This PL-mount, 2.7x zoom lens features a constant T2.9 maximum aperture, low distortion, and a minimum focus of 2 that enables extreme closeups. The lens has a Cooke /i data connector, user-switchable focus marks in feet/meters, and the ability to withstand temperatures ranging from -4 to 113° F. The Ultra Compact 21-56mm produces minimal breathing when racking focus and has a wide barrel rotation of 310° for precise focus pulls.

Full-Frame Coverage

Redesigned form provides full-frame, VistaVision coverage

Part of Full-Frame Collection

Ideal, lightweight companion to the Optimo Ultra Compact 37-102mm zoom, the Optimo Ultra 12x zoom, and the full-frame series of Optimo Primes

Lightweight & Compact

This compact zoom measures just 9.2" long and weighs a relatively lightweight 5.7 lb

Optimal Imaging

• Optimal image quality with the classic Angenieux look
• Completely redesigned successor to the classic Optimo lightweight zooms
• Uniform color, contrast, and resolution with low distortion

Precision Build

• Uses the Angenieux rod system to produce precise yet rugged travel of the zoom and focus element groups
• Focus barrel rotation of 310° for precision focus pulls

Durable Construction

• Uses passive athermalization to withstand temperatures of -4 to 113° F
• Protective glass front is available separately for use in challenging conditions

Cooke /i Metadata

• Relays Cooke /i lens metadata
• Connects to an external drive or a display unit

IRO Ready

Currently, the Ultra Compact Zooms are available only with a PL-mount, full-frame, VV design but Interchangeable Rear Optics (IRO) will be available in the future with S35 and U35 options