ZEISS Aatma 135 mm/T1.5 PL Meter

The ZEISS Aatma 135mm 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—combining timeless cinematic emotion with modern cine-lens precision.

The ZEISS Aatma 135mm T1.5 PL Meter lens represents the pinnacle of the Aatma series, capturing the soul of classic cinematography while meeting the demanding technical requirements of contemporary filmmaking. Inspired by iconic vintage ZEISS lenses, the Aatma line delivers a distinctive legacy look defined by gentle skin rendering, expressive bokeh with subtle soap-bubble highlights, and beautifully fluid focus transitions.

Derived from the Sanskrit word Aatma, meaning “innermost essence” or “soul,” this lens reflects ZEISS’ philosophy of crafting optics that resonate deeply with a cinematographer’s creative vision. With its long 135mm focal length, this lens offers exceptional subject isolation and compression, making it ideal for dramatic portraits, cinematic close-ups, and emotionally driven storytelling. Consistent high-end cine ergonomics, full lens data output, ZEISS CinCraft support, and automatic transfer of focus scales and depth-of-field information ensure seamless integration into professional cinema workflows.

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