The Irix Cine 45mm T1.5 lens has been officially announced, although the manufacturer does not provide further information regarding pricing and availability.

The new Canon EF lens became the third full-frame cinematographic lens of the Irix series. Its features include a mid-range focal length, based on a completely new optical design which includes four elements made of high refraction glass, one extra-low dispersion lens, and one aspherical lens. 11 elements in 9 groups and an ultra-low – 0,5% distortion. The circular 9-blade iris for the background blur and a smooth adjustment of the T- number from 1.5 to 22.

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This new Sony e mount lens designed for shooting with Ultra HD 8K cinema cameras. A front housing element which has a diameter of 95mm and a built-in 86mm filter thread. It also provides a magnetic mount for the reversible lens hood and for future Irix Cine accessories as well as Arri camera.

Irix Cine 45mm T1.5 lens Features

Mid-range focal length with field of view 51,4°Suitable for shooting with Ultra HD 8K resolution cameras

High-quality optical elements – 11 elements in 9 groups. HR, XLD, ASP produced in Japan

High maximum transmittance value of T1.5 up to T22

Standardized 0.8 Pitch Mod Cine Gears

Very low distortion -0.5%

Sealed construction prepared for all weather conditions

Compatibility with standard follow-focus systems and lens control motors

Front filter thread size 86 x 1.0 mm

Standard 95mm front diameter for cine accessories

Equipped with a support foot

Irix Magnetic Mount System

Focus scale available in metric or imperial units

Laser engraved markings filled with UV paint

Durable magnesium-aluminum alloy

Weight 1.1 kilograms / 2.42lbs

The lens will be offered with Canon EF, Sony E, MFT, and Arri PL mounts. The manufacturer promises to name prices and start pre-orders in the near future.