Zeiss CP.3 - 135/2.1 - Meter Lens

The ZEISS CP.3 135mm T2.1 Compact Prime Lens (MFT Mount, Meters) is a professional telephoto cinema lens that combines exceptional optical performance with a compact and lightweight design. Featuring a fast T2.1 aperture, full-frame coverage, classic ZEISS image rendering, and precision cine-style mechanics, it delivers outstanding sharpness, contrast, and smooth bokeh for feature films, commercials, documentaries, and broadcast productions.

The ZEISS CP.3 135mm T2.1 Compact Prime Lens is a premium telephoto cinema lens engineered for professional filmmakers and cinematographers who demand superior image quality and precise lens control. Designed with a Micro Four Thirds (MFT) mount and full-frame image coverage, the lens offers exceptional flexibility for use across a variety of camera systems and production environments.

Delivering the renowned ZEISS look, the CP.3 135mm produces sharp images with excellent contrast, natural color rendition, and smooth tonal transitions. Enhanced optical coatings improve contrast performance while minimizing flare and reflections, helping maintain image clarity even in challenging lighting conditions.

Its fast T2.1 aperture enables excellent low-light performance and precise depth-of-field control, making it ideal for portraiture, close-ups, and cinematic telephoto shots. The 14-blade iris creates smooth, rounded bokeh and attractive out-of-focus highlights for a highly cinematic aesthetic.

Designed for professional production workflows, the lens features geared focus and iris rings, a clickless iris for seamless exposure adjustments, and improved ergonomics compared to previous-generation CP.2 lenses. Meter-based focus markings support accurate focus pulling and repeatable results on set.

Key Features

• Covers full-frame image sensors
• Micro Four Thirds (MFT) mount
• Telephoto 135mm focal length
• Fast T2.1 maximum aperture
• Aperture range from T2.1 to T22
• Classic ZEISS image rendering and color reproduction
• Enhanced lens coatings for improved contrast
• Geared focus and iris control rings
• Clickless iris for smooth exposure adjustments
• 14-blade iris for beautiful cinematic bokeh
• Improved ergonomics over previous CP.2 generation
• Meter-based focus scale markings
• Compact and lightweight cinema lens design
• Suitable for feature films, commercials, documentaries, and broadcast production