Schneider Radiant Soft Diffusion Filter & RHOdium FSND (Full Spectrum Neutral Density)

Radiant Soft Diffusion

These superior highlight controllers’ are capable of toning down skin imperfections, while still controlling contrast and blooming around in-frame lights.

Radiant Soft Difussion 1/4 - 5, available in 4x5,65 & 6.6x6.6

RHOdium FSND

These filters answers the cinematographer’s call for a truly neutral ND that controls the IR within the full visible spectrum and into the near infra-red and are made specifically for the critical color standards of 4K, 6K, and 8K resolution cameras.

RHOdium FSND 0.3 - 3.0, available in 4x5,65 & 6.6x6.6

NEW: ARRI Lightweight Matte Box LMB 4x5

This modular matte box expands on the feature set and creative possibilities of the LMB-25 while retaining an entry-level price tag. Suited for a wide range of applications in just one product, this robust but lightweight matte box allows for an unprecedented level of flexibility.

From a single-filter configuration for gimbals, drones, or Steadicams to clamp-on versions up to rod-mounted solutions (using either 15mm lightweight, 15mm or 19mm studio rods), the LMB 4x5 makes short work of challenging situations. Altering the various applications doesn't necessitate any supplementary tools, making set-ups quick and easy. The new matte box is also a highly compatible to legacy accessories; all clamp adapters and filter frames from the former models LMB-5, LMB-15, and LMB-25 are compatible. The LMB 4x5 also maintains the streamlined design for which ARRI's LMB range is known.

The LMB 4x5 will be launched at Broadcast Asia in Singapore end of May and directly after at Cine Gear in Los Angeles early June. ARRI is looking forward to the first customer shipment expected in July 2017.

The VFM-058W, the lightweight viewfinder monitor, offers an outstanding picture quality with 5.5” LCD, and Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080. Innovative and ergonomic design of VFM-058W makes you comfortable in the shooting environment and its light solid magnesium case achieves the highest efficiency of ventilation. The VFM-058W supports multi-formats including 3G/HD/SD-SDI and HDMI that offers a wide application range from DSLR cameras to Pro camcorder for broadcasting and movie shooting. The VFM-058W has various features such as Max Brightness function, Temperature Adaptive Color, HDMI-to-SDI conversion output, 1:1 pixel mode, Luma(Y’) Zone Check function, DSLR Scale, Waveform, Vectorscope, Range Error, Focus Assist, Markers, Audio Level Meter with speaker and time code display.

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Tailored for today’s cinema and beyond.

Digital technologies have transformed traditional filmmaking and refashioned the market. New and innovative technologies in both production and post-production have paved the way for a more versatile, cost effective and advanced workflow. The ZEISS CP.3 family is the latest contribution from ZEISS to support creative and progressive filmmaking with an affordable, future-proof and premium quality lens set.

The ZEISS CP.3 lenses offer the perfect combination of high image quality and reliable usability. They exhibit the clean, crisp characteristics ZEISS is known for, together with an interchangeable mount system and full-frame coverage. 

The ZEISS CP.3 XD version features innovative and ground-breaking lens data technology to speed-up and simplify the workflow on set and in post-production.

The ZEISS eXtended Data is a unique technology which is based on the Technology and provides information about the lens’ distortion and shading characteristics in real time. With the ZEISS CP.3 XD lenses, even small productions on a limited budget gain access to the advanced techniques common in state-of-the-art, big budget films, commercials and television shows.

Ahead of NAB 2017, Angenieux has announced another addition to the Optimo Style line of zooms – a 48-130mm T3. The 48-130mm features a 2.7x zoom range along with the other lightweight Optimo Style zooms, the 16-40mm and 30-76mm. It weighs 4.3 lbs and Angenieux states it is idea for hand held, steadicam and drones productions.

Likely a variation on Angenieux’s 45-120mm Optimo zoom, the 48-130, along with Angenieux’s particular image characteristics, will be color matched to the Optimo series and will fit in well as part of a set. The lens comes in PL mount and will have optional interchangeable Panavision and Canon EF mount.

• Zoom Ratio: 2.7x
• Focal Length: 48-130mm
• Aperture: T3 (no ramping)
• Close Focus: 3′ 1″ / 0.94 m
• Image Circle: 34.6mm, Weight: 4.3 lbs / 1.95 kg, Length: 8.1″ / 206mm
• Front Dia.: 114mm

Sony Expands FS Series with New FS7 II Camcorder

New Model Delivers Advanced Features for creative Documentary and Indie Production with Electronic Variable ND Filter, Lever Lock Type E-mount and Refined Mechanical Design

– Electronic Variable ND
– 10 assignable buttons
– New Lens Lock Ring (Lever Lock Type) No rotation of lens anymore to detach.
– MPEG 2 Cache Recording
– BT 2020 Color Space
– New Arm Grip Position and Adjustments
– New 1/4 Full HD LCD (960/540) and rod ergonomics improvements

Body only:                                                                         K-Version incl. SEL18110G Zoom Lens

Euro 10.965,00 (zzgl. MwSt.)               Euro 14.355,00 (zzgl. MwSt.)

Cooke now offers uncoated front elements for their S4/i series.

Available for each lens in the set.

Cooke S4/i: 12mm, 14mm, 16mm, 18mm, 21mm, 25mm, 27mm, 32mm, 35mm, 40mm, 50mm, 65mm, 75mm, 100mm, 135mm, 150mm, 180mm and 300 mm.

Light loss is about 10%, so depending on the lens, maximum T-stop is around T2.2 (instead of T2.0) with the uncoated front.

ZEISS Lightweight Zoom LWZ.3 21-100mm/T2.9-3.9 T*

When you turn motion into emotion.

The new LWZ.3 will be launched at IBC 2016. Stop by to see just why this zoom lens can be used for such a wide range of applications. The new ZEISS LWZ.3 will be available in January 2017.

It is light (2 kilos), compact, very affordable and has interchangeable mounts (PL, EF, F, E, MFT).

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The Angenieux Type EZ-1 is a standard zoom lens with a zoom factor of 3x. When configured for S35mm cameras, the focal range and aperture are set to 30-90mm F1.9 / T2. By exchanging the rear lens group, the lens becomes a 45-135mm F2.8 / T3 covering an image circle up to 46mm diagonal.

The Angenieux Type EZ-2 is a wide zoom lens with a zoom factor of 2.7x. When configured for S35mm cameras, the focal range and aperture are set to 15-40mm F1.9 / T2. Byexchanging the rear lens group, the lens becomes a 22-60mm F2.8 / T3 covering an image circle up to 46mm diagonal.

starts at Euro 9.500,00 (zzgl. MwSt.)

Canon’s new EOS C700 Super35 format camera is designed to be a flexible “A” camera for various types of shooting scenarios. The EOS C700 features both internal 4K ProRes and XF-AVC recording.

-> Canon

In response to continued enthusiasm from cinematographers and demand by rental houses for Cooke Optics’ vintage Speed Panchro lenses from the 1920s-1960s, Cooke introduces a new series of Panchro Classics based on the original design, with PL mounts and modern mechanics.

"by Jon Fauer" FDT

-> Cooke

The “XK6x20” digital cinema camera zoom lens offers high optical performance compatible with 4K cameras and covers a wide focal length range from 20mm to 120mm. It also realizes T3.5 brightness throughout the entire zoom range. There is no T drop*3 and it offers comfortable operation. Various scenes can be shot with this single lens. The “XK6x20” is equipped with a detachable drive unit for electric zooming and focusing that is a popular function with existing products. It also features 0.8mm gear pitch*4 for compatibility with standard cine accessories.

Euro 16.000,00 (zzgl. MwSt.)

-> Fujinon

The new Angenieux Optimo 44-440mm, T4.5 long range anamorphic zoom, to be shown at NAB.

ARRI Alexa Mini Distribution Box

Euro 230,00 (zzgl. MwSt.) PC.10.1046

IB/E Optics APO Macro Lenses
The movement toward larger format sensors is still in progress early examples include RED Weapon 6k and 8k, Sony A7 or the ARRI ALEXA 65. Larger sensors deliver the film-look and an interesting bokeh due to their very shallow depth of field. These new cameras require lenses that can cover their larger camera sensor sizes. With the APO Macro FF lens family, IB/E Optics and Band Pro offer a new macro family consisting of 3 focal lengths: 100mm, 150mm, and 180mm. The APO Macro FF lenses feature full frame (24mm x 36mm) coverage 1:1 magnification, consistent T-stop T2.9 as well as robust and durable cine mechanics.

Lenses available Summer 2016.

Price on request (zzgl. Mwst.)

The housings are manufactured from anodised aluminium frameworks supporting a black polyurethane housing. The clear PVC windows allow the user to view the camera controls and displays. The camera is inserted into the housing through a military specification dry suit zip, and the housing is rendered waterproof by closing the zip. The housings are rated watertight to a depth of four metres.

The optical design of S35xFF Expander provides a change in the focal length by a factor 1.45x , covering a max. sensor size of 46.6 mm . This item allows the use of your "S35 Cine treasures" also to the new large-format cameras in RED Weapon 6K (Dia 34.5 mm) and even 8K (Dia 46.3 mm).
It supports all lenses with a max. aperture of T-Stop 2.0, and provides best performance at T-Stop 2.8 with best values in resolution and sharpness.
The S35xFF is incompatible with rotating mirror shutter cameras.
The S35xFF can be used with all S35 lenses that have a PL mount.

Ideal combinations:
Angenieux Optimo 17 - 80 mm Zoom
Angenieux Optimo 24 - 290 mm Zoom
Angenieux Compact Optimo Zooms
Angenieux 17 - 102 mm Zoom
Angenieux 25 - 250 mm HR-Zoom
Cooke Prime and Zoom T 2.0
Cooke 18 - 100 mm Zoom
Fuji, Canon T 2.0
Leica Summicron T 2.0
Zeiss Ultra Prime und Zooms T 2.0

Euro 6.900,00 (zzgl. Mwst.)