NiSi ATHENA PRIME T2.2/1.9 Full-Frame 3-Lens Add-On Kit (ARRI PL)

NiSi ATHENA PRIME Lens Kit: Elevate Your Cinematography

Overview:

The NiSi ATHENA PRIME T2.2/1.9 Full-Frame 3-Lens Add-On Kit (ARRI PL) elevates professional filmmaking with its trio of high-speed prime lenses, tailored for those who demand impeccable optical performance. Crafted to fit ARRI PL mounts, this kit encompasses 18mm, 40mm, and 135mm lenses, each designed to deliver full-frame coverage, exceptional low-light capabilities, and artistic control over depth of field. The standout 40mm lens, with its T1.9 maximum aperture, excels in creating stunning bokeh and superior performance under challenging lighting conditions.

Cine-style features, such as 0.8 MOD focus and aperture gears, ensure seamless integration with standard cinematography equipment, while the uniform 80mm front diameter across the lenses simplifies the use of accessories like matte boxes. With multi-coated optics to reduce ghosting and flare, internal focusing for minimized focus breathing, and a durable case for easy transport, this lens kit is an essential asset for filmmakers looking to push the boundaries of visual storytelling.

More Details:

• Superior Low-Light Performance: With the 40mm lens featuring a T1.9 maximum aperture, achieve remarkable shots even in dimly lit environments, and enjoy the creative freedom of a shallower depth of field for stunning bokeh effects.
• Cine-Style Compatibility: Equipped with 0.8 MOD focus and aperture gears, these lenses integrate seamlessly with standard cine accessories and follow focus systems, ensuring smooth and precise control during shoots.
• Consistent Design & Functionality: All lenses maintain a uniform 80mm front diameter, facilitating hassle-free swaps and compatibility with a variety of matte boxes and filters, optimizing your workflow on set.
• Optimized Optical Quality: The multi-coated optics are engineered to minimize ghosting and flare, ensuring clear, high-contrast images under various lighting conditions.
• Stable Focus Performance: Thanks to internal focusing mechanisms, these lenses effectively reduce focus breathing, enabling smooth and unobtrusive focus transitions in your footage.
• Professional-grade Construction: The inclusion of a hard case designed to store up to 9 lenses underscores the kit’s commitment to durability and ease of transport, making it an indispensable tool for any serious filmmaker.

• Focal Lengths: 18mm, 40mm, 135mm
• Maximum Aperture: T1.9 (40mm), T2.2 (18mm, 135mm)
• Minimum Focus Distance: (to be confirmed by manufacturer)
• Filter Diameter: 80mm
• Lens Mount: ARRI PL
• Weight: (each lens, to be confirmed by manufacturer)
• Dimensions: (each lens, to be confirmed by manufacturer)

• NiSi ATHENA PRIME 18mm T2.2 Full-Frame Lens (ARRI PL)
  • Drop-In Filter Mount
  • Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
• NiSi ATHENA PRIME 40mm T1.9 Full-Frame Lens (ARRI PL)
  • Drop-In Filter Mount
  • Front Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap
  • Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
• NiSi ATHENA PRIME 135mm T2.2 Full-Frame Lens (ARRI PL)
  • Drop-In Filter Mount
  • Front Cap
  • Rear Cap
  • Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
• NiSi Hard Case for Set of 9 ATHENA Cinema Lenses
  • Foam Insert
  • Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty

What camera mounts are compatible with the NiSi ATHENA PRIME Lenses?

The NiSi ATHENA PRIME Lenses are compatible with ARRI PL mounts, making them suitable for a wide range of professional cinema cameras that use this standard.

Can I use these lenses in low-light conditions?

Yes, the NiSi ATHENA PRIME Lenses are designed for exceptional performance in low-light conditions, particularly the 40mm lens with a T1.9 maximum aperture, allowing for greater light intake and shallow depth of field effects.

Are the lenses suitable for use with follow focus systems?

Yes, all lenses in the NiSi ATHENA PRIME Kit feature 0.8 MOD focus and aperture gears, ensuring they are fully compatible with industry-standard follow focus systems for precise control.

Is it easy to switch between lenses on set?

Yes, the uniform 80mm front diameter across all three lenses simplifies the process of swapping lenses during production and allows for the easy use of matte boxes and other lens accessories.

How do these lenses minimize optical aberrations and flare?

The lenses are equipped with multi-coated optics that minimize ghosting and flare, enhancing image clarity and contrast even in challenging lighting conditions.

What is included in the lens kit for transport and storage?

The NiSi ATHENA PRIME Lens Kit includes a hard case designed to securely store and transport the lenses, providing protection and convenience for up to 9 lenses.