The ZEISS Supreme Prime lenses (T1.5) set a new benchmark for cinematic imaging, featured at Unicorn Films for filmmakers who demand extraordinary control and consistency. These primes cover full-frame and larger sensors (up to 46.3mm image circle), making them ideal for current and future-generation cameras in drama, advertising, music videos, and feature films. The T1.5 maximum aperture throughout most of the range enables shooting in extreme low-light and delivers rich, smooth bokeh along with a unique, gentle roll-off into focus hallmarks of the “Supreme look.”
Designed for practical shooting, each lens features a compact, lightweight build, uniform 95mm front diameter, and identical focus/iris ring positions allowing fast gear changes, efficient matte box setup, and intuitive workflow on set. The precision-engineered focus rotation runs a full 300 degrees for exact pulls, while the internal focusing system all but eliminates breathing, ensuring seamless transitions and matching across the kit.
Supreme Primes are color-matched for consistent grading; every focal length maintains Zeiss’s signature look, rendering natural skin tones, strong micro-contrast, and nuanced highlight/shadow detail. With tough, all-metal construction, weather sealing, and compatibility with Cooke /i and ZEISS eXtended Data protocols, these lenses are at home in documentary extremes as well as luxury studio productions.
Rent the ZEISS Supreme Prime lenses (T1.5) from Unicorn Films for world-class optics, exceptional reliability, and the creative flexibility to make every shot count.
Rent ZEISS Supreme Prime Lenses at Unicorn Films for production-proven, visually stunning results and a seamless experience from prep to post.
| Feature | Description | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Focal Lengths | 15, 18, 21, 25, 29, 35, 40, 50, 65, 85, 100, 135, 150, 200mm | Diverse set for wide, normal, telephoto coverage |
| Maximum Aperture | T1.5 (most), T2.2 (200mm) | Consistent low-light performance and bokeh |
| Image Circle | 46.3mm | Full-frame/VistaVision and Super35 sensor coverage |
| Front Diameter | 95mm (most) | Rapid, standardized matte box and accessory use |
| Minimum Focus | Varies by focal length (approx. 0.3–1.1m) | Flexible for creative close-ups and setups |
| Weight | Approx. 1.4–1.7kg (3.1–3.7 lbs) | Lightweight for gimbal/handheld or field use |
| Barrel Gears | Uniform focus and iris position/rotation (0.8 mod) | Instant lens changes, perfect follow-focus compatibility |
| Focus Rotation | 300° | Smooth, precise manual focus transitions |
| Iris Design | 16-blade circular | Silky-smooth, round bokeh for cinematic backgrounds |
| Data Protocols | Cooke /i, ZEISS eXtended Data | Metadata for VFX/post and multi-camera sync |
| Mount Options | PL, EF, (Sony E available with adapter/conversion) | Universal compatibility for most pro cinema cameras |
| Kit Contents (varies by rental) | Selection of 6–10 lenses, lens case, caps, support foot | Ready-fit for pro shoots, travel, or studio work |
Every lens in the set renders color and contrast identically, so multicam clips or VFX composites match perfectly out of camera, eliminating time spent color-matching in post or during DI.
It provides extremely fine control over focus pulls, especially for shallow depth-of-field scenes, letting 1st ACs hit precise marks on repeat shots and enhancing the visual storytelling.
Cooke /i and ZEISS eXtended Data enable lens metadata output (focus, iris, distortion/vignetting) directly to compatible cameras and recorders, streamlining VFX, post-simulation, and editor metadata tracking for complex projects.
Yes. The all-metal body, sealed construction, and robust engineering mean these lenses function perfectly in harsh weather, wide temperature ranges, and the rough-and-tumble of real sets.
Absolutely. Their relatively low weight and compact design, matched gears, and smooth focus/iris action make them at home on Steadicam, gimbals, shoulder rigs, or full studio builds—delivering identical handling and visuals across all setups.
