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- 135mm telephoto with T1.8 aperture
- 46.5mm FF/VV image circle
- 16-blade iris for rounded bokeh
- ARRI PL mount, 270° focus
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DZOFilm Arles 135mm T1.8 FF/VV Prime Cine Lens (ARRI PL)
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- DZO-SAP135IPL
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- SAP135IPL
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The DZOFilm Arles 135mm T1.8 FF/VV Prime Cine Lens combines expressive telephoto framing with a fast T1.8 aperture for professional full-frame and VistaVision filmmaking. Its 46.5mm image circle and 16-blade iris deliver smooth background separation and the painterly bokeh characteristic of the Arles prime series. Featuring a 270° manual focus rotation, ARRI PL mount, and professional 0.8 MOD gearing, this lens supports precise cinematic focus pulls and consistent on-set operation. A telephoto prime designed for dramatic portraits, narrative close-ups, and visually layered compositions.
The DZOFilm Arles 135mm T1.8 FF/VV Prime Cine Lens (DZO-SAP135IPL) is a manual-focus spherical cinema prime available through Coremicro in Union City, California. It features a T1.8 to T22 aperture range, a 46.5mm image circle, 12 optical elements in 8 groups, and a 16-blade iris. This ARRI PL-mount lens has a 0.98m minimum focusing distance, 270° focus rotation, 88° iris rotation, 95mm front diameter, and M86 filter thread. Its PL-mount body measures 130mm in length and weighs approximately 1.846kg. Contact Coremicro to confirm pricing, availability, compatible accessories, and applicable DZOFilm warranty terms.
High-Resolution 135mm Telephoto Optical Design
The Arles 135mm incorporates 12 optical elements arranged in 8 groups, combining detailed image reproduction with the distinctive optical character of the Arles family. Its telephoto perspective allows cinematographers to frame distant subjects tightly and emphasize visual separation between foreground and background elements. Carefully tuned color and contrast help preserve expressive tonal transitions in dramatic portraits, dialogue close-ups, and commercial cinematography.
Floating Optics for Smooth Telephoto Focus Pulls
The Arles series uses a floating-element optical design to help control aberrations as focus moves between distant and nearby subjects. Reduced focus breathing helps limit distracting changes in framing during dramatic rack-focus movements. The 135mm lens focuses down to 0.98m from the camera sensor plane, while its 270° manual focus rotation allows fine adjustments when working with shallow depth of field and tightly framed subjects.
Multi-Layer Nano-Coating for Painterly Telephoto Images
Specialized multi-layer nano-coating and internal anti-reflective treatments help reduce unwanted reflections, ghosting, and diffuse stray light. The Arles optical design balances natural color reproduction with atmospheric highlight rendering, giving cinematographers room to shape a distinctive cinematic look. These coatings support controlled contrast when photographing backlit performers, reflective backgrounds, practical light sources, and high-contrast exterior scenes.
46.5mm Image Circle with Interchangeable ARRI PL Mount
The 46.5mm image circle is designed for full-frame and compatible VistaVision cinema sensor formats. This version includes an ARRI PL mount, with selected alternative mount configurations available through compatible conversion hardware. Its 135mm focal length provides precise long-lens framing for professional camera systems. Before using a different mount or sensor mode, confirm flange requirements, camera clearance, and full image-circle coverage.
270-Degree Focus Throw and 0.8 MOD Cinema Gearing
A durable aluminum-alloy housing provides precise manual operation with a 270° focus rotation and 88° iris rotation. Industry-standard 0.8 MOD gearing works with compatible follow-focus systems and cinema lens motors, while the 95mm front outside diameter supports standard matte-box configurations. With a weight of approximately 1.846kg, the lens should be appropriately balanced and supported when used on stabilized or compact camera rigs.
Consistent Arles Rendering from Wide to Telephoto
The 135mm extends the Arles prime family into expressive telephoto compositions while maintaining the series' recognizable color, contrast, and bokeh character. Common cine gear standards and a shared 95mm front diameter help camera departments transition between focal lengths. This model has a 130mm PL-mount body, longer than many of the shorter Arles primes, so camera balance and accessory positioning should be checked during lens changes.
T1.8 Telephoto Low-Light Performance
The fast T1.8 maximum aperture provides exposure flexibility for available-light scenes and enables shallow depth-of-field compositions. Combined with the 135mm focal length, it allows cinematographers to isolate subjects against soft backgrounds in dramatic and commercial work.
16-Blade Painterly Cinema Bokeh
The 16-blade diaphragm supports rounded out-of-focus highlights and gradual transitions between focused subjects and defocused backgrounds. The Arles image character adds atmosphere to close-ups, cinematic portraits, and selectively focused detail shots.
135mm Telephoto Perspective
The long focal length provides a narrow field of view and pronounced apparent background compression. It is suited to emotional close-ups, portraits, stage coverage, and compositions where the camera must remain farther from the subject.
95mm Front Diameter and M86 Thread
A 95mm front outside diameter and M86 filter thread accommodate compatible cinema matte boxes and threaded filters. These familiar mechanical dimensions make the 135mm easier to incorporate into a matched Arles lens package.
Expressive Portraits and Dramatic Close-Ups
The 135mm perspective allows filmmakers to frame facial expressions and intimate character moments with strong background separation. Its T1.8 aperture and 16-blade iris make it a practical choice for emotional portraits, dialogue close-ups, and carefully composed narrative scenes.
Fashion and Lifestyle Telephoto Cinematography
Create tightly framed portraits, fashion imagery, and branded lifestyle scenes with pronounced subject separation. Natural color reproduction, controlled optical contrast, and standard cine gearing support repeatable focus and camera movement during commercial shoots.
Distant Subjects and Controlled Focus Pulls
The long focal length captures distant performers, environmental details, and selectively framed action from a controlled camera position. Its 270° focus rotation supports precise follow-focus operation when paired with a stable, properly balanced cinema rig.
Cinematographers
A fast telephoto prime for precise framing, shallow depth of field, and professional manual focus control.
Narrative Filmmakers
Expressive optical rendering for emotional close-ups, character portraits, and dramatic long-lens scenes.
Commercial Production Teams
Professional telephoto cinematography for fashion, advertising, lifestyle films, and branded content.
Cinema Rental Houses
A 135mm option for matched Arles prime packages serving full-frame and compatible VistaVision productions.
DZOFilm Manufacturer Support
DZOFilm provides a minimum one-year manufacturer warranty for eligible lenses purchased through official dealers, subject to regional terms and proof-of-purchase requirements. Additional coverage may be available through eligible product registration. Contact Coremicro for current warranty conditions, ARRI PL compatibility, filtration options, lens support, and product assistance.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | DZOFilm |
| Product Series | Arles Prime |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DZO-SAP135IPL |
| Lens Type | Spherical Prime Cine Lens |
| Focal Length | 135mm |
| Lens Mount | ARRI PL, Interchangeable Mount Design |
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame / VistaVision |
| Image Circle | 46.5mm |
| Maximum Aperture | T1.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | T22 |
| Optical Construction | 12 Elements in 8 Groups |
| Iris Blades | 16 |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.98m / 3ft 3in (from sensor plane) |
| Focus Control | Manual, 270° Rotation |
| Iris Control | Manual, 88° Rotation |
| Focus and Iris Gear Pitch | 0.8 MOD |
| Front Diameter | 95mm / 3.74in |
| Filter Thread | M86 / 86mm |
| Length | 130mm / 5.12in (PL) |
| Weight | 1.846kg / 4.07lb |
| Housing Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Focus Scale | Imperial (Feet), DZO-SAP135IPL |
| Angle of View (VV, H / V / D) | 17° / 9° / 19° |
| Flange Focal Distance | 52mm (PL) |
| Electronic Communication | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
What is the DZOFilm Arles 135mm T1.8 used for?
The DZOFilm Arles 135mm T1.8 is a telephoto cinema prime used for dramatic close-ups, portraits, commercials, and distant subject coverage. Its T1.8 aperture and long focal length support shallow depth-of-field compositions and strong subject separation.
Does the Arles 135mm cover full-frame and VistaVision sensors?
The Arles 135mm has a manufacturer-listed 46.5mm image circle designed for full-frame and compatible VistaVision formats. Camera-specific sensor dimensions and recording modes should be checked to confirm complete coverage.
How close can the DZOFilm Arles 135mm focus?
The DZOFilm Arles 135mm has a minimum focusing distance of 0.98m, approximately 3 feet 3 inches, measured from the camera sensor plane. Its 270° manual focus rotation enables fine focus adjustments for telephoto shooting.
Can the Arles 135mm use different lens mounts?
The Arles 135mm has an interchangeable-mount design and this model is supplied with an ARRI PL mount. Compatible alternative mount configurations require the appropriate hardware and verification of camera compatibility.
Does the Arles 135mm support follow-focus systems and front filters?
The Arles 135mm uses industry-standard 0.8 MOD focus and iris gears for compatible follow-focus equipment. Its 95mm front outside diameter and M86 filter thread support suitable matte boxes and threaded filters.
What is the difference between the Arles 135mm and Arles 180mm?
The Arles 135mm has a T1.8 maximum aperture, 0.98m minimum focus distance, and a wider field of view than the Arles 180mm. The 180mm has a T2.4 maximum aperture and a 1.07m minimum focus distance, providing tighter telephoto framing. Both use 16-blade irises and professional manual-focus controls.
What warranty and product support are available for the Arles 135mm?
DZOFilm offers a minimum one-year manufacturer's warranty for eligible lenses purchased through official dealers, subject to its regional after-sales policy. Customers can contact Coremicro for product availability, warranty information, ARRI PL compatibility, and cinema lens accessories.
Ready to Add the Arles 135mm to Your Cinema Lens Kit?
Coremicro supplies professional DZOFilm cinema lenses and accessories for narrative filmmaking, commercial productions, and studio workflows. Contact our team to confirm ARRI PL camera compatibility, pricing, availability, appropriate lens support, and accessories for your telephoto cinema setup.
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