DZOFILM Arcana Prime 32mm T2.1 Full-frame 1.5X Hybrid

DZOFILM Arcana Prime T2.1 Full-frame 1.5X Hybrid Anamorphic Prime Lens (PL mount)

The DZOFILM Arcana Anamorphic lenses are a full-frame 1.5x hybrid anamorphic prime series designed for filmmakers who want a strong anamorphic look in a compact, production-friendly form factor. The series combines a constant T2.1 aperture, a lightweight body of around 700 g, and a consistent mechanical design that works especially well for handheld, gimbal, and fast-paced cinema workflows. Arcana is built to deliver the visual character many users expect from anamorphic optics while keeping handling simple and accessible. DZOFILM highlights the series for its 2X-style waterfall bokeh, natural streak flares created by the front cylindrical optical design, and 12K+ resolving power.

The lenses also use up to 3 ED elements to reduce chromatic aberration and maintain clean color and edge performance. A major practical strength of the Arcana range is its consistency across the lineup. The lenses share an 80 mm front diameter, 270° focus throw, 14-blade iris, and M77 filter thread, helping crews move faster when swapping lenses and keeping accessories more streamlined on set. This makes the series well suited for owner-operators, small studios, film students, independent productions, and rental environments looking for anamorphic style without the size and complexity of larger traditional anamorphic systems.

With close-focus distances down to 0.48 m, PL mount design, and compatibility with gimbal-oriented workflows including Ronin 4D and RS3/RS4-class setups, Arcana is positioned as a flexible entry point into full-frame anamorphic shooting. It is fully manual, with no electronic communication, autofocus, or Cooke /i support.

Features

• Full-frame 1.5x hybrid anamorphic prime lens series
• T2.1 aperture across the range
• Distinctive anamorphic rendering with 2X-style waterfall bokeh
• Front cylindrical design for natural, characterful streak flares
• 14-blade dynamic elliptical iris
• 12K+ resolving power
• Up to 3 ED elements for reduced chromatic aberration
• Approx. 700 g lightweight design
• Unified 80 mm front diameter across the series
• 270° focus throw for precise manual focusing
• M77 filter thread
• Close focus from 0.48 m to 0.78 m, depending on focal length
• PL mount
• Fully manual lens design with no electronics
• Suitable for handheld, gimbal, Ronin 4D, and RS3/RS4 workflows

Technical data

• Product type: Full-frame 1.5x hybrid anamorphic prime
• Focal lengths: 32 mm / 45 mm / 75 mm
• Squeeze factor: 1.5x
• Mount: PL
• Aperture: T2.1
• Image circle: ø43.3 mm (full frame)
• Focus control: Manual
• Iris control: Manual
• Front diameter: ø80 mm / 3.15"
• Length: 80 mm / 3.15"
• Iris blades: 14
• Filter thread: M77
• Focus throw: 270°

Variant-specific specifications

Arcana 32mm T2.1

• Optical construction: 15 elements in 13 groups
• Minimum focus distance: 0.48 m / 1'7" 
• Iris control: 52.26°
• Weight: 700 g

Arcana 45mm T2.1

• Optical construction: 15 elements in 13 groups
• Minimum focus distance: 0.5 m / 1'9"
• Iris control: 51.96°
• Weight: 695 g

Arcana 75mm T2.1

• Optical construction: 15 elements in 11 groups
• Minimum focus distance: 0.78 m / 2'7"
• Iris control: 59.53°
• Weight: 700 g