The ARRI 12mm T2 Ultra Prime is a high-performance, super-wide-angle cine prime lens, designed for Super 35mm film and digital sensors. It features a fast T2 aperture for low-light situations and shallow depth of field control. This lens delivers pristine optical quality, characterised by high resolution, excellent contrast, and minimal distortion. Part of the renowned Ultra Prime series, it offers consistent mechanics with geared focus and iris rings, making it a reliable choice for expansive establishing shots, tight interiors, and dynamic wide perspectives in professional cinema.
Overview
- High-performance super-wide-angle cine prime
- Fast T2 aperture for low light and depth of field
- Pristine ARRI optical quality (sharp, contrasty)
- Minimal distortion and chromatic aberration
- Designed for Super 35mm film and digital sensors
- Consistent mechanics with geared rings
- Ideal for expansive establishing shots and tight interiors
- Robust, reliable ARRI build quality
| Focal Length | Aperture | Close focus | Front Diameter | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12mm | T2 | 30cm | 1′ | 156mm | 2 Kg |
Capturing Super Wide-Angle Perspectives
The 12mm focal length (on Super 35) provides an extremely wide field of view. Utilise this for dramatic establishing shots, to exaggerate perspective in confined interior spaces, or to capture dynamic wide-angle action sequences that immerse the viewer.
Leveraging ARRI Optical Excellence
Expect the highly sought-after ARRI look: crisp, high-contrast images with excellent colour rendition and minimal optical aberrations. This ensures a premium cinematic aesthetic, making your footage stand out with renowned ARRI quality.
Exceptional Low-Light Performance
The fast T2 aperture allows for exceptional low-light performance, enabling you to shoot in challenging lighting conditions. It also offers creative control over depth of field, even with such a wide lens, allowing for selective focus effects.
Seamless Integration with Ultra Prime Set
This lens shares consistent physical dimensions and mechanical properties (e.g., geared rings) with the rest of the Ultra Prime series. This consistency greatly simplifies lens changes and accessory setup (like matte boxes and follow focus systems) on set, saving valuable production time.
Ensuring Stable Focus Pulls
As with all Ultra Primes, focus breathing is meticulously controlled, ensuring that the field of view remains stable during focus pulls. This is crucial for professional results, preventing any distracting shifts in background elements as focus shifts.
Robust & Reliable for Demanding Productions
Built to ARRI’s exacting standards, this lens is incredibly durable and designed to withstand the rigours of professional film production. You can rely on its robust build for consistent performance in challenging environments.