Zeiss Supreme Zoom Radiance 70-200mm

1. Overview

The Zeiss Supreme Zoom Radiance 70-200mm is a modern full-frame zoom lens from the Radiance variant of the Supreme Zoom series, introduced in 2024. Zeiss specifically equipped the Radiance line with enhanced flare characteristics to emulate the look of classic vintage optics without compromising their sharpness and focus.

2. Characteristics

Flare behavior according to CINEFLARES datasheet:

• Types: Spherical Spot, Caustic, Rainbow, Starburst
• Colors: Blue
• Intensity: Strong

Linked Pattern Entries:

• spherical-spot
• caustic-flare
• rainbow-flare

3. Creative Use

The lens is suitable for shoots where a controlled yet pronounced flare look is desired – especially in backlight or with hard point light sources that trigger spherical spots, rainbows, and caustics. With a T2.9 aperture, it is fast enough for a telephoto zoom in available light, but not designed for extreme low-light situations. A typical rental context is high-end commercials and episodic television, where full-frame cameras like the ALEXA 35 or Sony VENICE 2 are used, and the producer expects both optical control and a certain image impression from still photography lenses. As no specific productions with this lens are publicly documented, no film references can be provided.

4. Specs Overview

5. Status Tracker

• [x] Datasheet extracted (DOM-direct, 2026-04-20)
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