DZOFILM X-Tract 18-28mm 360° Probe Zoom Lens Announced – For Macro Cinematography

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by Johnnie BehiriJune 12^th, 2025

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Following the launch of the X-tract 0° Direct View and 90° probe zoom lenses, DZOFILM introduces the third form of X-tract, 360° Periscope. It allows for multi-axis rotation, ultra-close focusing, and industrial-grade durability, enabling filmmakers to capture microscopic worlds from various angles, suitable for applications like advertising, sci-fi, and nature documentaries.

DZOFILM is continuing to enlarge their family of Probe Zoom lenses. We’ve already reported on some of the lenses here and here, and also conducted a friendly interview with the company during NAB. Now DZOFILM is announcing a newcomer to the X-Tract family, the 18-28mm 360° Periscope.

Key Features

360° Rotation with Three Modes

• Front Periscope Mode (0° Mark) – Adjustable 30cm lens arm for vertical movements in tight spaces.

• Oblique Periscope Mode (Non-0°/180° Marks) – Dutch angles and dynamic tilted perspectives.

• Rear Periscope Mode (180° Mark) – Foldable design for “barrel roll” effects, suitable for suspense and action sequences.

Optical Features

Constant T8 Aperture & 71.7% Relative Illumination – Redesigned square front element and silver-coated prism maximise light transmission, outperforming traditional probe lenses (54.9% RI).

2.1:1 Magnification & 6mm Ultra-Close Focus – Reveals intricate details of sand, water droplets, and insect wings with clarity.

0.5% Focus Breathing & Near-Zero Distortion at 24mm – Ensures seamless focus pulls and minimal post-production fixes

Design

1.14kg – 16cm crossarm + 30cm lens arm for operation.

IP57 Rating & 28cm Water Immersion – Hydrophobic/anti-fog coatings enable underwater shoots in conditions (-30°C to 70°C).

Parfocal Zoom & 300° Focus Throw – Maintains focus during zooming.  

Short Rear Protrusion (1.37cm) – Compatible with PL, LPL, E, RF mounts, and speed boosters.

Specifications

The 360° variant combines multi-axis rotation with optical performance to transform confined environments into creative canvases, revealing microscopic worlds.

Pricing & Availability

Single 360°：USD 3,999 | EUR 3,599, 3-lens kit: USD 9,799| EUR 8,599, Detachable 0+360°kit: USD 5,299 | EUR 4,699, Detachable 0+90+360°kit: USD 6,799 | EUR 5,999

Single lens shipping starts from June 12^th,2025. Detachable kit shipping starts from the end of June.

From product cinematography to nature documentaries and sci-fi productions, the X-tract 360° offers a new visual storytelling. Did you have a chance to work with the new DZOFILM X-tract 18-28mm Probe zoom lens already? If so, how was your filming experience? Please share your thoughts with us in the comment section below.