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NiSi Athena

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Full-frame cinema prime lenses with advanced optical design for professional cinematography and high-resolution capture.

Definition

The NiSi Athena refers to a series of high-quality cine prime lenses from the Chinese manufacturer NiSi, specifically developed for professional film productions. These full-frame lenses are characterized by their consistent color rendition, minimal focus breathing, and uniform housing dimensions. The Athena series includes various focal lengths from 14mm to 135mm with a constant T1.9 aperture, making them particularly suitable for low-light shooting and achieving shallow depth of field.

The lenses feature standardized PL mount connections and are compatible with common camera systems such as ARRI ALEXA, RED, or Sony FX. Their characteristic warm, organic look with smooth bokeh and controlled vignetting is notable.

Practical Application

NiSi Athena lenses are preferably used in feature film, commercial, and high-end TV productions where consistent image quality and professional handling characteristics are required. The uniform focus/iris gears allow for precise focus pulls with follow focus systems. Thanks to their robust construction, the lenses are also suitable for demanding shooting environments and gimbal applications.

Technical Details

All lenses in the series have identical front and filter diameters (95mm), allowing for lens changes between different focal lengths without adjusting the matte box or filters. The 11-blade iris diaphragm creates nearly circular aperture openings for natural bokeh.

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