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Angenieux / Spherical Prime

Angénieux Optimo Prime

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Leitz / Spherical Prime

Leitz THALIA 65

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Angénieux Optimo Prime and Leitz THALIA 65: specifications and editorial notes
SpecificationAngénieux Optimo PrimeLeitz THALIA 65
OverviewLarge-format primes with a 46.3mm image circle and Angénieux IOP accessories for changing internal filters and iris behavior.Medium-format-derived primes with a 60mm image circle. Leitz describes gradual edge falloff, while the 24mm, 55mm and 120mm add 1:2 macro capability.
Lens typeSpherical PrimeSpherical Prime
Focal range18–200mm20–180mm
Max. apertureT1.8 core; 18mm T2.0 / 200mm T2.2T2.2–T3.6, by focal length
Coverage

Super 35 / Full Frame

Large Format / Full Frame; 46.3mm image circle. Confirm coverage for the intended sensor mode.

Super 35 / Full Frame / VistaVision / 65mm

Leitz lists a 60mm image circle and coverage up to ALEXA 65 or 65mm film, including VistaVision. Confirm coverage and edge rendering for the intended sensor mode.

MountsPL / LPLPL / LPL
Image circle46.3 mm60 mm
Use cases
  • Full-frame narrative prime packages
  • Controlled lens-look customization
  • Large-format portraiture
  • Narrative packages that need matching macro inserts
Tradeoffs to test
  • IOP changes need preparation and matching tests.
  • The 200mm changes front diameter to 114mm and opens to T2.2.
  • Maximum aperture varies from T2.2 to T3.6.
  • Edge rendering changes with the sensor area used.
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