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NiSi / Spherical Prime

NiSi Athena Prime

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Angenieux / Spherical Prime

Angénieux Optimo Prime

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NiSi Athena Prime and Angénieux Optimo Prime: specifications and editorial notes
SpecificationNiSi Athena PrimeAngénieux Optimo Prime
OverviewFull-frame primes with a 46mm image circle and consistent 80mm fronts. NiSi's optical brief emphasizes restrained focus breathing and soft bokeh transitions.Large-format primes with a 46.3mm image circle and Angénieux IOP accessories for changing internal filters and iris behavior.
Lens typeSpherical PrimeSpherical Prime
Focal range14–135mm18–200mm
Max. apertureT1.9 core; 14mm T2.4 / 18mm and 135mm T2.2T1.8 core; 18mm T2.0 / 200mm T2.2
Coverage

Super 35 / Full Frame

Full Frame; 46mm image circle. Confirm the intended sensor mode and mount-specific version.

Super 35 / Full Frame

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

MountsPL / RF / E / L / GPL / LPL
Image circle46 mm46.3 mm
Use cases
  • Compact full-frame narrative packages
  • Focus moves where breathing is a concern
  • Full-frame narrative prime packages
  • Controlled lens-look customization
Tradeoffs to test
  • The widest and longest focal lengths are slower than T1.9.
  • Weight and filter access vary by mount.
  • IOP changes need preparation and matching tests.
  • The 200mm changes front diameter to 114mm and opens to T2.2.
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