NiSi 65mm Prime 16mm T2.9 · Large Format Cine MF · Wide Angle · PL

NiSi 65mm Prime 16mm T2.9 Large Format Cinema Lens for PL-Mount — Ultra-Wide Large Format Cine Lens 16mm T2.9 (Image Circle 65mm)

NiSi 65mm Prime 16mm T2.9 is an ultra-wide cinema lens for Large Format sensors (Image Circle 65mm) — it covers pro cameras such as the ARRI ALEXA 65 with an angle of view beyond 122°. The bright T2.9 aperture handles low-light work — 3 advanced Aspherical elements deliver edge-to-edge sharpness with APO-level Chromatic Aberration control. A minimum focus distance of just 0.25m lets you go wide and still get close to the subject — at only 846g for a Large Format lens, it works comfortably on a Gimbal / Handheld

Key Features

• Ultra-wide lens covering Large Format (65mm Image Circle) for cinema cameras such as the ARRI ALEXA 65, with an angle of view of more than 122° — ideal for Establishing Shots
• Bright T2.9 aperture performs well in low light, with image depth and smooth background blur
• APO-level chromatic aberration control reduces purple/color fringing for accurate color and professional-grade sharpness
• Advanced Aspherical elements deliver high sharpness across the frame (Edge-to-Edge) for high-resolution work, sharp from center to edge
• Low Distortion keeps straight lines straight — suited to Architecture / Commercial work with a true-to-life look
• Minimum focus distance of 0.25 m lets you shoot wide while getting close to the subject, for more creative framing
• Luminescent Markings are visible in the dark for easy use on set
• Standard 0.8 MOD / 32 Pitch gears with 300° focus rotation, fully compatible with Follow Focus systems
• Cinema-standard PL mount, compatible with PL (ARRI) Mount
• Lightweight at only 846g for a Large Format lens — comfortable on a Gimbal / Handheld
• Lens mount: PL Mount (ARRI Standard)
• Optical construction: 16 elements in 12 groups (including 3 Aspherical elements)
• Focus system: Manual Focus
• Minimum focus distance: 0.25 m
• Focus rotation: 300°
• Aperture blades: 10
• Aperture: T2.9 – T22
• Filter size: 92mm
• Front diameter: 95mm
• Weight: 846 g

Best For

• Professional cinema work with Large Format cameras (ARRI ALEXA 65)
• Establishing Shots that need an angle of view beyond 120°
• Architecture / Commercial Cinematography
• Music Video / Commercial work that needs a pro-grade Ultra-Wide
• Documentary work that needs the widest possible view
• High-End Camera Rental Services

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What's in the Box

• NiSi 65mm Prime 16mm T2.9 lens
• Front Cap
• Rear Cap
• Packaging box + user manual

FAQ

• Q: How is Large Format different from Full Frame?
  A: Large Format has a larger Image Circle (65mm vs 46mm) — it covers the sensors of pro cameras such as the ARRI ALEXA 65, which are several times larger than Full Frame — ordinary Full Frame lenses cannot be used on the ALEXA 65 (they vignette)
• Q: What is APO Level?
  A: APO (Apochromatic) is the highest level of chromatic aberration control — it reduces Chromatic Aberration (purple/color fringing) to almost 0 — delivering Cinema-Grade color and sharpness
• Q: Is 846g heavy for a Large Format Lens?
  A: It is very light for Large Format — comparable lenses from other brands usually weigh 1.5-3kg — at 846g it is easy to use on a Gimbal / Handheld

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NiSi 65mm Prime 16mm T2.9 — Ultra-Wide Cine Lens for Large Format Sensors