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DZOFilm / Zoom

DZOFILM X-Tract

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Angenieux / Zoom

Angenieux Optimo Ultra 12x

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DZOFILM X-Tract and Angenieux Optimo Ultra 12x: specifications and editorial notes
SpecificationDZOFILM X-TractAngenieux Optimo Ultra 12x
OverviewA full-frame probe zoom offered in direct, 90-degree and 360-degree periscope configurations. It reaches 2.1x magnification at 28mm with a 6mm working distance.A 12x cinema zoom with interchangeable rear optics. Its S35, U35 and FF/VV configurations each have a different focal range, maximum aperture and image circle.
Lens typeZoomZoom
Focal range18–28mm24-290mm (S35); 26-320mm (U35); 36-435mm (FF/VV)
Max. apertureT8T2.8 (S35); T3.1 (U35); T4.2 (FF/VV)
Coverage

Super 35 / Full Frame

Full Frame; 43.2mm image circle.

Super 35 / Full Frame / VistaVision

Image circle by installed rear optics: S35: 31.1mm; U35: 34.6mm; FF/VV: 46.3mm. Changing format requires the matching IRO configuration; confirm the supplied configuration and sensor mode.

MountsPL / EFPL
Image circle43.2 mmNot established
Use cases
  • Product macro shots needing reframing
  • Probe moves with changing image size
  • Commercial sets that need speed over frequent lens swaps
  • Vehicle work and fast schedule days
  • Documentary-style flexibility in premium environments
Tradeoffs to test
  • The zoom range is 1.55x.
  • T8 and the long probe geometry require lighting and clearance planning.
  • Large and heavy compared with prime packages
  • Still not a substitute for highly specific character primes
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