Zeiss CP.3 - 28/2.1 - Meter

The ZEISS CP.3 28mm T2.1 Compact Prime Lens (MFT Mount, Meters) is a professional cinema lens that combines a versatile wide-angle focal length with exceptional optical performance. Designed for full-frame coverage, it features a fast T2.1 aperture, classic ZEISS image rendering, and a compact lightweight form factor ideal for modern filmmaking. With geared focus and iris rings, a clickless 14-blade iris, and enhanced ZEISS coatings, the CP.3 28mm delivers outstanding sharpness, contrast, and cinematic image quality for film, television, and commercial productions.

The ZEISS CP.3 28mm T2.1 Compact Prime Lens is a versatile cinema lens designed to meet the demands of professional cinematographers and content creators. Offering full-frame sensor coverage and the renowned ZEISS cinematic look, this lens delivers exceptional image quality with outstanding sharpness, natural colour reproduction, and high contrast across the frame.

The 28mm focal length provides a balanced wide-angle perspective, making it ideal for a variety of shooting scenarios including narrative filmmaking, documentaries, commercials, interviews, and landscape cinematography. Its fast T2.1 maximum aperture enables excellent low-light performance and precise depth-of-field control, allowing filmmakers to create striking cinematic visuals.

As part of the ZEISS CP.3 series, the lens incorporates improved ergonomics and a more compact design compared to the previous CP.2 generation. Industry-standard geared focus and iris rings ensure seamless compatibility with follow-focus systems and other professional cinema accessories, while the clickless iris ring allows smooth and silent aperture adjustments during recording.

A 14-blade iris creates beautifully smooth bokeh and natural out-of-focus rendering. Enhanced ZEISS lens coatings improve contrast while reducing flare, ghosting, and unwanted reflections, ensuring consistently clean and detailed images in a wide range of lighting conditions.

Compact, lightweight, and engineered for professional productions, the ZEISS CP.3 28mm T2.1 is an excellent choice for filmmakers seeking premium optical performance and reliable cinema-grade mechanics.

Key Features

• Professional 28mm cinema prime lens
• Covers full-frame image sensors
• MFT (Micro Four Thirds) mount
• Fast T2.1 maximum aperture
• Aperture range from T2.1 to T22
• Classic ZEISS cinematic image rendering
• Compact and lightweight design
• Geared focus and iris control rings
• Industry-standard cinema gearing
• Clickless iris ring for smooth exposure adjustments
• 14-blade iris for smooth, natural bokeh
• Improved ergonomics over previous CP.2 generation
• Enhanced ZEISS lens coatings for increased contrast
• Reduced flare, ghosting, and reflections
• Compatible with professional follow-focus systems
• Lens markings calibrated in meters
• Suitable for film, television, commercial, and documentary production