ZEISS Aatma 35 mm/T1.5 PL Meter

The ZEISS Aatma 35mm T1.5 PL Meter is a premium cinema lens inspired by the timeless 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, blending emotional cinematic aesthetics with modern cine-lens precision.

The ZEISS Aatma 35mm T1.5 PL Meter lens captures the essence of classic ZEISS imaging while fully meeting the expectations of contemporary cinematography. Drawing inspiration from iconic vintage ZEISS lenses, the Aatma series offers a distinctive legacy look characterized by gently rendered skin textures, expressive bokeh with subtle soap-bubble highlights, and fluid, organic focus transitions.

The name Aatma, derived from Sanskrit and meaning “soul” or “innermost essence,” reflects ZEISS’ philosophy of crafting lenses that deeply connect with a cinematographer’s creative vision. The 35mm focal length provides a natural, story-driven perspective that is ideal for narrative filmmaking. 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 35mm offers filmmakers both emotional expression and technical excellence in every frame.

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