Overview
Offering a 100 to 73° field of view, the ARRI PL-mount, X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Detachable Probe Zoom Macro Lens from DZOFilm brings innovative close-up capture to your productions. This compact probe lens includes detachable 0, 90, and 360° tubes for maximum flexibility. It measures just 16.3″ in length and has a front outside diameter of less than 1.2″, making it ideal for tight setups. It features a relatively fast T8 maximum aperture, a 2.1:1 maximum magnification, and a 0.24″ minimum focusing distance.
Features
- This 18-28mm zoom offers an ultrawide to more midrange reach, covering most common focal lengths.
- The wide 100 to 73° field of view supports flexible capture.
- This probe includes detachable 0, 90, and 360° options that provide the most creative positioning.
- A rotating ring enables even greater flexibility.
- Macro/Close Capture in Narrow Spaces
- Craft creative macro shots using a maximum magnification ratio of 2.1:1.
- The extremely close minimum focusing distance of around 0.24″ lets you get super tight coverage of your subject.
- Incorporates seven HRI (high-refractive-index) lens elements, producing a more natural color.
- The relatively fast T8 maximum aperture is maintained throughout the zoom range.
- Multilayer, antireflective coatings help ensure sharp, clear images even when shooting wide open.
- Focus, iris, and zoom functions all have 0.8 MOD cine-style gears for compatibility with follow focus and lens motor systems.
- A lightweight yet rear-heavy design helps reduce vibrations while shooting.
- The focus barrel offers a wide 300° rotation for precise focus pulls.
- Waterproof and dustproof, this probe lens is also scratch and fog resistant.
Included
- DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Detachable Probe Zoom Macro Lens (0, 90 & 360, ARRI PL, Metric)
- 0° Tube
- 90° Tube
- 360° Tube
- 15mm Follow Focus Rod with Brackets
- Front Cap
- Rear Cap
- Large O-Ring Quick Release Clamp (1.8″)
- 2 x Small O-Ring Quick Release Clamp (1.2″)
- 2 x Shim Set
- UV Filter (#1)
- UV Filter (#2)
- Hard Case with Foam Inlay
- Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Specifications
| Maximum Aperture |
T8
|
| Minimum Aperture |
T22
|
| Lens Mount |
ARRI PL
|
| Interchangeable Mount |
No
|
| Lens Format Coverage |
Full-Frame
|
| Image Circle |
43.2 mm
|
| Angle of View |
Full Frame
Horizontal: 100 to 73° |
| Focus Scales |
Metric
|
| Optical Design |
25 Elements in 18 Groups
26 Elements in 19 Groups |
| Filter Thread |
No
|
| Zoom Ratio |
1.56x
|
| Minimum Focus Distance |
From Front of Lens: 0.2″ / 6 mm
|
| Magnification |
2.1:1 Macro Reproduction Ratio
0.47x Magnification |
| Aperture/Iris Blades |
10
|
| Image Stabilization |
No
|
| Lens Mounting |
1x 1/4″-20 (via Included Support Foot)
3x 3/8″-16 (via Included Support Foot) |
| Gear Standard |
Focus, Iris, Zoom: 0.8 MOD
|
| Gear Rotation |
Focus: 300°
Iris: 72° Zoom: 100° |
| Electronic Communication |
No
|
| Built-In Light |
No
|
| Probe Offset |
No
|
| Diameter |
Front: 1.2″ / 30 mm
|
| Length |
16.3″ / 41.5 cm
16.6″ / 42.1 cm |
| Weight |
2.4 lb / 1.09 kg
2.91 lb / 1.32 kg |
| Package Weight |
19.37 lb
|
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
24.8 x 19.7 x 9.6″
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