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NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 Cine Lens

Ultra Wide-Angle Cine Lens for Large Format Productions

The NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 is a professional cine lens designed for large format productions and specifically developed for modern film sets with the highest demands on image quality, precision, and handling. With its extremely wide 16mm focal length, a fast T2.9 aperture, and coverage up to ARRI ALEXA 65/265 Open Gate as well as FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55, it offers a powerful tool for demanding cinematic applications.


Maximum Image Impact in Large Format

With the NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9, you unlock angles of view that are not achievable with traditional cine lenses. The large image circle close to 65mm delivers an impressive, immersive perspective that truly shines in architecture, landscapes, or elaborately designed sets.

Despite the extreme wide angle, full control over lines, edges, and composition is always maintained. The optical design with aspherical elements ensures high sharpness right into the corners – a clear advantage when working with high-resolution large format cameras.

The look is wide, dynamic, and at the same time precise – ideal for productions that aim to stand out visually.

ARRI ALEXA 65 / Open Gate FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55
Lens NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 (PL Mount)
Focal Length 16 mm ultra wide-angle
Image Circle Close to 65 mm for large format
Aperture T2.9
Minimum Focus Distance 0.25 m
Image Characteristics Extremely wide, immersive field of view with high control Very wide field of view with precise rendering to the edges
Applications Cinema, architecture, large sets, landscape Cinema, commercial, architecture, high-end productions
Creative Advantage Maximum scene coverage with strong spatial depth Wide field of view combined with high detail fidelity
Look & Feel Dynamic, immersive, with pronounced depth Precise, clean, and wide with controlled line rendering

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Frontansicht des NiSi 65mm Prime 16mm T2.9 mit markierter Brennweite und Blendenring
65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 - PL-Mount
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Regular price: €2,854.81

Frequently Asked Questions about the NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9

Which cameras is the NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 designed for?
The NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 is designed for large format cameras and covers, among others, ARRI ALEXA 65/265 Open Gate as well as FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA 55. This makes the NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 ideal for productions that require a very large image circle and maximum image quality.
What aperture does the NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 offer in practical use?
The NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 features a maximum aperture of T2.9. This provides sufficient headroom for low-light situations and enables controlled depth of field under a wide range of lighting conditions on set.
What are the image characteristics of the NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9?
The NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 delivers an extremely wide, immersive field of view with high detail fidelity right into the corners. At the same time, it maintains excellent control over lines and distortion, which is particularly advantageous for architecture and structured subjects.
Is the NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 suitable for professional cine setups?
Yes, the NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 is fully designed for professional cine use. With a PL (ARRI) mount, 0.8 MOD / 32 pitch gears, and a 300° focus rotation, it integrates seamlessly into follow-focus and motorized setups.
How close can you focus with the NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9?
The NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 offers a minimum focusing distance of 0.25 m, enabling dynamic close-wide shots with a strong foreground and pronounced sense of depth.
What applications is the NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 best suited for?
The NiSi 65 PRIME 16mm T2.9 is particularly suited for cinema productions, architecture, large sets, landscapes, and commercial projects. Its extremely wide field of view opens up new creative possibilities for demanding productions.