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Leitz / Spherical Prime

Leitz HUGO

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Leitz / Spherical Prime

Leitz THALIA 65

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Leitz HUGO and Leitz THALIA 65: specifications and editorial notes
SpecificationLeitz HUGOLeitz THALIA 65
OverviewLeica M-derived optics in cine housings, with close-focus improvements and 95mm fronts. The range includes a T1.0 50-N and distinct T2.1 Series II lenses.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 range18–135mm, with Series II and 50-N variants20–180mm
Max. apertureT1.5 core; T1.9 / T2.1 / T1.0 variantsT2.2–T3.6, by focal length
Coverage

Super 35 / Full Frame

Full Frame; 43.3mm image circle. Rear-element clearance requires the Leitz camera and adapter compatibility check.

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.

MountsLPL / LPL / LPL
Image circle43.3 mm60 mm
Use cases
  • Compact full-frame portrait work
  • Available-light scenes with the fast HUGO variants
  • Large-format portraiture
  • Narrative packages that need matching macro inserts
Tradeoffs to test
  • Rear-element clearance restricts camera and adapter compatibility.
  • Series I, Series II and 50-N have different apertures and physical dimensions.
  • Maximum aperture varies from T2.2 to T3.6.
  • Edge rendering changes with the sensor area used.
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