CP.3 135mm T2.1 Compact Prime Lens

The ZEISS CP.3 135mm T2.1 Compact Prime Lens is a professional cinema lens engineered for feature films, commercial production, documentaries, and high-end digital cinematography. Combining advanced ZEISS optical technology with precision mechanical engineering, the lens delivers exceptional image quality, reliable handling, and full-frame sensor coverage for modern production workflows.

Built for demanding filmmaking environments, the CP.3 series offers cinematic rendering, compact construction, and consistent operational design, making it suitable for handheld operation, stabilized systems, and professional studio configurations.

Advanced ZEISS Optical Performance

The CP.3 135mm T2.1 delivers outstanding sharpness, contrast, and color fidelity across the entire image frame. Its advanced optical design minimizes distortion while maintaining excellent edge-to-edge clarity, supporting both full-frame and Super 35 image sensors.

ZEISS color science produces natural skin tones, balanced contrast, and the signature cinematic rendering associated with professional cinema production. Smooth focus transitions and refined bokeh characteristics enhance portrait shots, close-ups, and dramatic telephoto compositions.

Fast T2.1 Aperture for Cinematic Depth

The fast T2.1 aperture enables effective low-light performance while providing precise control over depth of field. Cinematographers can isolate subjects with smooth background separation and cinematic focus falloff for visually immersive storytelling.

The 135mm focal length is particularly effective for tight framing, emotional close-ups, portrait cinematography, and compressed telephoto perspectives commonly used in narrative filmmaking and commercial production.

Compact Cinema Lens Design

Despite its professional optical performance, the CP.3 series maintains a compact and lightweight form factor optimized for modern production setups. The lens balances efficiently on handheld rigs, motorized gimbals, drones, and shoulder-mounted systems.

Its lightweight construction improves mobility without compromising structural durability, supporting extended production schedules in studio and location environments.

Professional Mechanical Precision

The lens features a precise 300° focus rotation for smooth and highly accurate manual focus operation. The metered focus scale provides reliable distance measurement for focus pullers and cinematographers working in controlled cinematic production environments.

Unified focus and iris gear positioning across the CP.3 lineup allows rapid lens swaps without repositioning follow-focus systems or lens motors, increasing workflow efficiency on set.

Flexible Mount System and Future-Ready Coverage

The integrated PL mount supports professional cinema camera systems, while ZEISS interchangeable mount technology allows compatibility with additional mount standards including EF and E-mount configurations.

Full-frame sensor coverage ensures long-term compatibility with evolving camera technologies and high-resolution digital cinema workflows, making the CP.3 series a future-ready investment for professional production environments.

Key Features

• Professional 135mm cinema prime lens
• Fast T2.1 maximum aperture
• PL mount configuration with interchangeable mount support
• Full-frame and Super 35 sensor coverage
• Advanced ZEISS optical design
• Exceptional sharpness, contrast, and color fidelity
• Minimal distortion with edge-to-edge image clarity
• Signature ZEISS cinematic rendering and smooth bokeh
• 300° focus rotation for precise manual focus control
• Metered focus scale for accurate focus adjustments
• Standardized focus and iris gear positioning
• Compact and lightweight cinema lens construction
• Optimized for handheld rigs, gimbals, and drones
• Durable professional-grade housing
• Suitable for feature films, commercials, and high-end productions