ZEISS Aatma 100 mm/T1.5 PL Meter

The ZEISS Aatma 100mm T1.5 PL Meter is a premium cinema telephoto lens inspired by the expressive character of classic 20th-century ZEISS optics. It delivers softly painted skin textures, rich bokeh with a subtle soap-bubble effect, and smooth, vibrant focus transitions—blending timeless cinematic emotion with modern cine-lens precision.

The ZEISS Aatma 100mm T1.5 PL Meter lens embodies the soul of classic cinematography while meeting the highest technical standards of contemporary filmmaking. Inspired by some of the most beloved vintage ZEISS lenses, the Aatma series offers a distinctive legacy look defined by gentle skin rendering, expressive bokeh with subtle soap-bubble highlights, and beautifully smooth focus transitions.

Named after the Sanskrit word Aatma, meaning “innermost essence” or “soul,” this lens reflects ZEISS’ philosophy of creating optics that resonate deeply with a cinematographer’s creative vision. The 100mm focal length provides strong subject isolation and elegant compression, making it ideal for portraits, close-ups, and emotionally driven storytelling. With consistent high-end cine ergonomics, full lens data output, ZEISS CinCraft support, and automatic transfer of focus scales and depth-of-field information, the Aatma 100mm allows filmmakers to merge expressive artistry with precise technical control.

Key Features

• Inspired by classic ZEISS lens characteristics
• Softly painted skin texture for cinematic realism
• Rich bokeh with subtle soap-bubble effect
• Smooth and vibrant focus transitions
• Fast T1.5 aperture for low-light performance and shallow depth of field
• Consistent, proven high-end cine ergonomics
• Full lens data and ZEISS CinCraft support
• Automatic transfer of focus scales and depth-of-field data