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DZOFILM has launched a new set of full-frame cinema primes under the Arles name. The Lustre Cinema Prime series features a T1.6-T2.8 aperture and large-format coverage, offering a softer, more artistic image that falls between vintage character and the technical precision of the original T1.4 versions. Let’s dive in!
DZOFILM’s Arles series was designed for clean, neutral imaging with full-frame coverage and fast T1.4 apertures. The lineup includes the Arles B set, ranging from ultra-wide at 14mm up to a 180mm telephoto, and the Arles T1.4 Prime Cine 5-Lens Set released last June. The original Arles aimed for precision and consistency; Lustre simply flips that dial toward mood and texture, without abandoning the underlying build quality of the original set.
According to the company, the Arles Lustre series was developed in collaboration with professional cinematographers and went through more than 50 optical iterations, aiming to balance clarity with a distinct character. There are ten focal lengths from 14mm to 180mm, all featuring a fast T1.6 to T2.8 aperture. The lenses cover Vista Vision sensors and are compatible with PL, EF, and LPL mounts. Mechanically, the set features standardized gear positions, a consistent 95mm front diameter, and a relatively low weight of 1.4–1.9kg / 3.1–4.2 lbs that works well with gimbals, drones, and remote rigs.
The wider angle 14mm, 21mm, and 25mm lenses use dual aspherical elements to reduce aberrations and maintain sharpness across the frame. All ten lenses have a 16-blade aperture for smooth, circular bokeh, and the T1.6-T2.8 aperture gives consistent shallow depth of field throughout the set. Compared to the original Arles primes, the image has lower contrast (“poetic sharpness”), a warmer tone, and a subtle halation around highlights.
The lenses are coated with DZOFILM’s proprietary “amber halation” layer, designed to introduce subtle golden flares and a gentle bloom around highlights. This controlled flare, combined with lower contrast and smooth tonal transitions, makes the Lustre series well suited to period pieces, natural light interiors, and any project where a more atmospheric image is preferred.
The DZOFILM Lustre Cinema Prime lenses offer the following focal lengths: 14mm, 21mm, 35mm, 30mm, 50mm, 75mm, 100mm, 235mm, and 180mm; all finished in Desert Gold. Compatible with PL and EF mounts, the lenses feature consistent apertures from T1.6 to T2.8 and are designed for large image circles up to 46.5mm, ideal for full-frame and Vista Vision formats. Each lens is built with complex optical constructions—up to 16 elements in 12 groups—and offers manual iris and focus control with precise gear pitches. The close focus distance starts from 0.28m, and the angle of view spans from a dramatic 118° at 14mm to a narrow 11° at 180mm. Weights vary across the series, from around 1.6kg to 1.8kg, making them robust yet versatile for professional use.
The DZOFILM Lustre Cinema Prime Lens Series is available now and is priced at $26,999 for the full 14-180mm set. Four of the lenses – 25mm, 35mm, 50mm, and 75mm – are also available individually at $2,999 each. For more information, please see the DZOFILM website here.
How important is lens character in your work? Do you think this new series would have something to offer you creatively? Let us know in the comments!
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A camera was put in my hands at 16, and I’ve been taking photographs ever since. Before moving to Vienna, I worked as a photographer on film sets, telling stories as they unfolded behind the scenes. Since then, I’ve focused on immersive theater, both as a photographer and an actor. I am the photographer for the award-winning Nesterval ensemble, documenting the energy and atmosphere of their performances. I’m a teller of stories. Stories hold my interest. I’ll take on any project with a story to tell.