Zeiss CP.3 28mm T2.1 Feet XD eXtended Data Compact Prime Cine Lens for PL Mount
The Zeiss CP.3 28mm T2.1 Feet XD eXtended Data Compact Prime Cine Lens for PL Mount represents the pinnacle of German optical engineering excellence. This professional cinema lens delivers outstanding image quality with consistent performance across the entire CP.3 family. The compact and lightweight design makes it ideal for various shooting scenarios, while the PL mount ensures compatibility with high-end cinema cameras. The eXtended Data technology provides valuable lens metadata for simplified post-production workflows. Perfect for cinematographers seeking exceptional sharpness, minimal distortion, and beautiful bokeh, this 28mm lens offers a versatile field of view for narrative filmmaking, documentaries and commercial production.
Compactness redefined
CP.3 lenses feature a consistent compact and lightweight design. They all have a front diameter of 95 mm / 3.7’’, weigh on average below 900 grams | 2 lbs and eight of ten lenses are roughly 84 mm | 3.3" long (CP.3 100 & 135: 126.5 mm / 4.98’’). This design enables you to easily use different stabilizing systems and to have a compact camera setup that is ideal for shooting in narrow spaces or with drones.
Will dust and sand harm my lenses?
As every DOP knows, sand and dust aren’t friends of any optical system. Sometimes shooting on a beach or in the desert can be a dusty job. In our test lab, we spray the ZEISS CP.3 with extremely small particles of dust (talcum powder) for eight hours. That's how we ensure that they maintain their smooth focus rotation – which they are famous for – even when you're shooting in dusty, dirty or sandy environments. With this sealing test we are confident that the lens barrel is sealed and can withstand the smallest of particles.
Facing extreme temparatures?
From Sahara to Siberia: the ZEISS CP.3 and CP.3 XD lenses can withstand even the most extreme temperatures. Today you are preparing for a shoot in Dubai, one month later maybe in the Rocky Mountains – with the crew and lenses facing very different temperatures and humidity conditions. We subject our lenses to a climatic test with extreme heat (+70 degrees Celsius) and extreme cold (-40 degrees Celsius). After passing this lens stress test, we guarantee full usability on set down to -20°C and up to 55°C. Now you can focus on your work – with full confidence in the reliability of your lens.
A future-proof investment thanks to interchangeable mounts
The ZEISS CP.3 and CP.3 XD lenses are equipped with an easy-to-operate, interchangeable mount system. It enables you to switch quickly from a typical cine-style PL-mount to four other mounts (Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, MFT). A truly great feature that promises a flexible and future-proof investment in today’s rapidly developing camera market.
Filming in humid or wet conditions?
Humidity, rain, cloudbursts – you can’t change the weather, but you can choose proper equipment for these conditions. ZEISS CP.3 lenses have integrated felt seals. These seals ensure that water can´t enter the optical system. Of course we recommend protecting your gear, but sometimes it is impossible to avoid some drops on the barrel. In our water resistance test, we make sure water droplets can’t harm the functionality of your ZEISS CP.3 lenses in any way. This is how we take the stress out of your work, and make sure you have a smooth shoot.
Going off-rod with your lenses
CP.3 mechanics are the result of knowledge gained by our mechanical designers over the last 90 years. We know that when you’re travelling with lenses, both the lens and its case can at times be dropped or subjected to hard shocks. Or even when the lens is mounted on a camera, sometimes CP.3 lenses need to be robust and very resistant. We test our lenses on a mechanical shaker with an amplitude of 1.6G, from 20 to 500 Hz and simulate a harsh off-road trip.
| Aperture | T 2.1 to T 22 |
| Close Focus | 0.24 m | 10" |
| Length | 83.7 mm | 3.30" |
| Front Diameter | 95 mm | 3.7" |
| Weight | 0.84 kg | 1.9 lbs |
| Horizontal Angle of View Full Frame | 65° |
| Horizontal Angle of View APS-H | 57° |
| Horizontal Angle of View Super 35 | 48° |
| Horizontal Angle of View Normal 35 | 43° |
| Horizontal Angle of View APS-C | 43° |
| Horizontal Angle of View MFT | 34° |
Brand: Zeiss |
Code: 2193314
Supplier Code: 2177-121
Brand: Zeiss |
Code: 2193314
Supplier Code: 2177-121
At a glance
The Zeiss CP.3 28mm T2.1 Feet XD eXtended Data Compact Prime Cine Lens for PL Mount represents the pinnacle of German optical engineering excellence. This professional cinema lens delivers outstanding image quality with consistent performance across the entire CP.3 family. The compact and lightweight design makes it ideal for various shooting scenarios, while the PL mount ensures compatibility with high-end cinema cameras. The eXtended Data technology provides valuable lens metadata for simplified post-production workflows. Perfect for cinematographers seeking exceptional sharpness, minimal distortion, and beautiful bokeh, this 28mm lens offers a versatile field of view for narrative filmmaking, documentaries and commercial production.
