Canon Cine lens series with 8 focal lengths (14–135mm, T2.1), delivering warm vintage aesthetic with soft bokeh and compact form factor for full-frame sensors.
| 14 | 20 | 24 | 35 | 50 | 85 | 100 | 135 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T2.1 | T2.1 | T2.1 | T2.1 | T2.1 | T2.1 | T2.1 | T2.1 |
| 0.80m | 0.65m | 0.60m | 0.50m | 0.45m | 0.45m | 0.45m | 0.40m |
| 2.47kg | 2.25kg | 2.10kg | 2.05kg | 2.00kg | 1.98kg | 1.96kg | 1.95kg |
| 114 | 114 | 114 | 114 | 114 | 114 | 114 | 114 |
| 104° | 84° | 74° | 54° | 40° | 24° | 20° | 15° |
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PL · 114mm Front · 300° Focus Throw · FF
Canon announced the Sumire Prime series at NAB in February 2019, responding to the growing demand for affordable cine lenses for full-frame sensors. They were launched between Fall 2019 and Spring 2020. Canon positioned the series as an affordable alternative to their own CN-E Prime lenses and a direct competitor to Zeiss CP.3 and Sony FX Primes. In 2021, Canon expanded the series with the longer focal lengths of 100mm and 135mm.
The Sumire Primes produce a characteristic "vintage look" with soft bokeh and a slight warm tone that is particularly flattering for skin tones. In the Netflix series "The Umbrella Academy" (Season 3), the lenses were used for close-ups and emotional scenes. Documentary filmmakers appreciate the compact design and low weight compared to traditional cine lenses. The uniform front diameter allows for quick matte box and filter changes, while the consistent T2.1 aperture permits focal length changes without exposure adjustments.
Compared to the more expensive Canon CN-E Primes, the Sumire lenses offer 90% of the optical performance at 60% of the price, but they lack parfocal capabilities and servo zoom compatibility. Sony FX Primes are technically comparable but produce more neutral colors without the warm Sumire character. Zeiss CP.3 Compact Primes offer higher resolution and less distortion but cost significantly more. For low-budget productions, the Sumire Primes often represent the optimal compromise between professional cine equipment and photo lens adapters.
Die Sumire Primes geben mir diesen warmen, organischen Look, den ich bei digitalen Vollformat-Sensoren oft vermisse – besonders die Hauttöne werden cremig und natürlich. Der 300°-Fokusring ist präzise genug für kritische Schärfeverlagerungen, und die einheitlichen Dimensionen sparen mir Zeit beim Rigging zwischen verschiedenen Brennweiten.
Diese Objektive helfen mir, eine emotionale Nähe zu schaffen, ohne dass das Bild zu sterile oder "digital" wirkt – der sanfte Vintage-Charakter unterstützt besonders intime Charaktermomente. Die durchgängige T2.1-Blende gibt mir gestalterische Flexibilität für konsistente Schärfentiefe-Looks über verschiedene Brennweiten hinweg.
Mit etwa 4.500€ pro Objektiv kosten die Sumire Primes die Hälfte vergleichbarer Cine-Serien, bei nur 10-15% Performance-Einbußen – das ROI stimmt definitiv. Die kompakte Bauweise reduziert Grip-Equipment und Transportkosten, während die Robustheit weniger Ausfallzeiten und Reparaturen bedeutet als bei adaptierten Fotoobjektiven.
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