Leitz Hektor

1. Overview

The Leitz Hektor 18mm T2.1 is a modern spherical wide-angle lens from Germany, released in 2025. Leitz Cine positions it as part of a full-frame prime series that combines optical precision with a deliberately controlled character.

2. Characteristics

Flare characteristics according to the CINEFLARES datasheet:

• Types: Spherical Spot
• Colors: White, Blue, Cyan
• Intensity: Average

Linked Pattern Entries:

• spherical-spot

3. Creative Use

The 18mm is suitable for tight locations where a wider field of view is needed on full-frame without distortion—however, it exhibits moustache distortion that needs to be corrected in grading or can be retained as a creative tool. The flare character is restrained: spherical spots in white, blue, and cyan at medium intensity, nothing that dominates an image. Modernly coated, it delivers high contrast and clean detail reproduction—those who want a soft look will have to introduce it externally. Typical for rental situations where full-frame cameras like the ALEXA 35 or Sony VENICE are used, and the production demands a consistent, contemporary look without vintage compromises.

4. Specs Overview

5. Status Tracker

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