Full-frame prime cinema lenses offering consistent optical performance across a wide focal length range.
Definition
The Schneider Xenon FF Prime series comprises a collection of professional cinema lenses specifically developed for modern full-frame sensors. These prime lenses come from the traditional German manufacturer Schneider-Kreuznach and are based on the proven Xenon optical architecture, which was already established in the analog film era. The FF series has been optimized for digital cinema productions and high-end television formats, covering the entire full-frame image circle evenly.
The lenses are characterized by their distinctive imaging performance with soft skin tones, natural color reproduction, and an organic bokeh (out-of-focus rendering). Available focal lengths typically range from 25mm to 100mm, all with a consistent T2.1 aperture for uniform exposure when changing lenses.
Practical Application
In German film and television production, Schneider Xenon FF Primes are preferentially used for projects that require a natural, less sterile look. Cinematographers particularly appreciate the balanced distribution of sharpness and blur, and the subtle contrast rendition in dramas, documentaries, and premium TV productions.
Technical Details
Focal Lengths
| 25 | 35 | 50 | 75 | 100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| T2.1 | T2.1 | T2.1 | T2.1 | T2.1 |
| 0.35m | 0.40m | 0.60m | 0.80m | 1.00m |
| 1.4kg | 1.5kg | 1.6kg | 1.8kg | 2.0kg |
| 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 |
| 64° | 48° | 35° | 23° | 17° |
| ◀━━━▶ | ◀━━▶ | ◀━▶ | ◀▶ | ◀▶ |
PL · 95mm Front · 300° Focus · T2.1 · Full Frame