CP.3 18mm T2.9 Compact Prime Lens

The ZEISS CP.3 18mm T2.9 Compact Prime Lens is a professional wide-angle cinema lens designed for feature films, commercial production, documentaries, and high-end digital cinematography. Combining advanced ZEISS optical engineering with compact mechanical construction, the lens delivers cinematic image quality, reliable manual control, and versatile workflow compatibility for demanding production environments.

As part of the ZEISS CP.3 cinema lens series, the 18mm focal length provides an expansive field of view ideal for establishing shots, interior scenes, landscape cinematography, dynamic handheld movement, and immersive visual storytelling.

Advanced ZEISS Optical Performance

The CP.3 18mm T2.9 features advanced ZEISS optics engineered to deliver exceptional sharpness, high contrast, and accurate color reproduction throughout the entire image frame. Its optical design minimizes distortion while maintaining excellent edge-to-edge clarity across both full-frame and Super 35 image sensors.

ZEISS cinematic rendering produces natural skin tones, smooth focus transitions, and refined image characteristics that support professional cinematic workflows and high-end visual production standards.

T2.9 Aperture for Cinematic Imaging

The T2.9 maximum aperture supports consistent low-light performance while allowing cinematographers to control depth of field with precision. The lens delivers balanced wide-angle compositions with cinematic focus separation and natural perspective rendering.

The 18mm focal length is particularly effective for large environmental scenes, architecture, tracking shots, and cinematic sequences requiring immersive wide-angle coverage with controlled optical distortion.

Compact and Lightweight Cinema Construction

Designed with a compact and lightweight form factor, the CP.3 18mm integrates efficiently with handheld rigs, shoulder-mounted systems, motorized gimbals, and drone platforms. Its lightweight construction improves handling and balance for mobile production setups.

The professional-grade housing maintains durability and reliability for demanding studio and on-location production environments without sacrificing operational efficiency.

Precision Focus Mechanics and Efficient Workflow

The lens features smooth 300° focus rotation for precise manual focus adjustments during cinematic production. The metered focus scale provides accurate distance reference for focus pullers and camera operators working in controlled filmmaking environments.

Unified focus and iris gear positioning across the CP.3 series allows quick lens replacements without repositioning follow-focus systems or lens motors, improving workflow speed and consistency during production shoots.

Flexible Mount System and Full-Frame Compatibility

Equipped with a professional PL mount, the lens integrates seamlessly with industry-standard cinema camera systems. ZEISS interchangeable mount technology also supports compatibility with EF, E-mount, and additional professional mount configurations.

Full-frame image coverage ensures compatibility with modern large-format cinema cameras and future imaging technologies, making the CP.3 series a long-term professional production solution.

Key Features

• Professional 18mm wide-angle cinema prime lens
• T2.9 maximum aperture
• PL mount with interchangeable mount compatibility
• Full-frame and Super 35 sensor coverage
• Advanced ZEISS optical engineering
• Exceptional sharpness, contrast, and color fidelity
• Minimal distortion with edge-to-edge image clarity
• Signature ZEISS cinematic rendering and smooth focus transitions
• 300° focus rotation for precise manual focus control
• Metered focus scale for professional focus adjustments
• Standardized focus and iris gear positioning
• Compact and lightweight cinema lens construction
• Optimized for handheld rigs, drones, and gimbal systems
• Durable professional-grade housing
• Designed for feature films, commercials, and cinematic productions