Leitz / Spherical Prime
Leitz THALIA 65
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.
Representative lens illustration. Details simplified. Not to scale.
01 / The lens
Optical Profile
- Lens type
- Spherical Prime
- Focal range
- 20–180mm
- Max. aperture
- T2.2–T3.6, by focal length
- Coverage
- 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.
- Mounts
- PL / LPL
- Image circle
- 60 mm
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GLM editorial assessment
Rendering notes
These are qualitative selection notes. Evaluate the exact lens version, focal length and aperture on your intended camera.
Use cases
- Large-format portraiture
- Narrative packages that need matching macro inserts
Tradeoffs to test
- Maximum aperture varies from T2.2 to T3.6.
- Edge rendering changes with the sensor area used.
02 / Before the shoot
Plan a lens test
Test the focal lengths and apertures you expect to use. Check the center and edges, move a light across frame, and pull focus through your planned working distances. Include skin tones and the lighting conditions from your shoot.
03 / Further reading
Sources
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