The DZOFilm Pictor 20-55mm is a modern Super-35 zoom lens from Chinese manufacturer DZOFilm, released in 2020.
1. Overview
The Dzo Film Pictor 20-55mm is a modern Super 35 zoom lens from Chinese manufacturer DZO Film, released in 2020. With a T2.8 aperture, it covers a practical range of light sensitivity and positions itself as a budget-friendly alternative to established cine zooms in the rental market.
2. Characteristics
Flare behavior according to CINEFLARES datasheet:
- Types: Spherical Spot, Caustic, Starburst
- Colors: Blue, Yellow, Green
- Intensity: Average
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3. Creative Use
The Pictor 20-55mm is suitable for documentary work and narrative productions where flexibility in focal length is required and the budget doesn't stretch to Cooke or Arri zooms. The modern coating standard delivers high-contrast, clean images without a pronounced vintage character—those wanting a soft look will need to add it in post or via a diffusion filter. The flares are average: spherical spots, occasional caustic structures, and starbursts in blue, yellow, and green, nothing defining. Typical applications include indie productions, smaller broadcast assignments, and setups with gimbal or drone-based cameras where the weight of 1.52 kg is still manageable. In the German rental market, the lens is primarily found in smaller rental houses.
4. Specs Overview
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | DZO FILM |
| Type | Zoom Super 35 |
| Year | 2020 |
| Country | China |
| Era | Modern |
| Focal Length (Reference Datasheet) | 35.0mm |
| T-Stop Range | T2.8 – T22.0 |
| Squeeze | 1.0× |
| Weight | 1.52 kg / 3.35 lb |
| Close Focus | 0.6 m / 2' |
| Distortion | N/A |
News
The DZOFilm Pictor 20-55mm has established itself as an affordable entry-level solution into professional cine zoom lenses. Users particularly appreciate the lens's characteristic vintage look, which naturally blooms highlights at wide apertures, creating a soft, cinematic image style. The practical advantages are most evident during fast-paced shoots where the zoom's flexibility saves time.
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