ZEISS Aatma 18 mm/T1.5 PL Meter

The ZEISS Aatma 18mm T1.5 PL Meter is a premium cinema lens inspired by the legendary character of classic 20th-century ZEISS optics. It delivers softly painted skin tones, rich bokeh with a subtle soap-bubble effect, and smooth, vibrant focus transitions—combining timeless cinematic emotion with the precision and reliability of modern cine lens engineering.

The ZEISS Aatma 18mm T1.5 PL Meter lens represents the perfect fusion of classic optical character and contemporary cinematography demands. Drawing inspiration from some of the most beloved vintage ZEISS lenses, the Aatma series delivers an expressive “legacy look” characterized by gently rendered skin textures, rich bokeh with a subtle soap-bubble quality, and beautifully smooth focus roll-off.

The name Aatma, derived from the Sanskrit word meaning “soul” or “innermost essence,” reflects ZEISS’ philosophy of creating lenses that resonate deeply with a cinematographer’s artistic vision. Built with modern cine ergonomics, full lens data support, and ZEISS CinCraft technology, the Aatma 18mm allows seamless integration into professional workflows. With its fast T1.5 aperture, precise focus control, and automatic transfer of scales and depth-of-field data, this lens empowers filmmakers to create emotionally compelling images while maintaining absolute technical control.

Key Features

• Inspired by classic ZEISS lens aesthetics

• Softly painted skin texture for cinematic rendering

• Rich bokeh with subtle soap-bubble effect

• Smooth and vibrant focus transitions

• Fast T1.5 aperture for low-light and shallow depth-of-field control

• Consistent, proven high-end cine ergonomics

• Full lens data and ZEISS CinCraft support

• Automatic transfer of focus scales and depth-of-field data