Angenieux Optimo Ultra 12x Zoom
TECHNICAL DATA
| FOCAL LENGTH | APERATURE | CLOSE FOCUS | FRONT DIAMETER | WEIGHT (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36-435mm | T4.2 | 5' | 162mm | 28.1 |
OVERVIEW
ANGENIEUX LEGACY
The Angénieux Optimo Ultra 12x extends the brand’s storied tradition of high-end zoom optics into the realm of large-format cinematography. Adapting its rear optical group, it can cover larger sensors while maintaining the fluidity, minimal breathing, and naturalistic color that define Angénieux’s pedigree.
BEYOND BOUNDARIES
With a wide and versatile focal range, the Ultra 12x has been embraced on big-budget features, documentary epics, and ambitious television series that push beyond S35 boundaries. Its presence on productions like The Mandalorian (which leveraged large-format camera systems) has shown how this zoom merges the nuanced image quality once associated strictly with primes, offering DPs the freedom to move quickly without sacrificing a painterly cinematic feel.
