Zeiss Super Speeds S16

Focal Length
9.5mm T1.3
12mm T1.3
16mm T1.3
25mm T1.3
50mm T1.3
Close Focus
10"
8"
8"
10"
28"
FD
80mm
80mm
80mm
80mm
80mm
Weight
1.6 lbs
1.6 lbs
1.6 lbs
1.5 lbs
1.9 lbs
Coverage
Super 16
Super 16
Super 16
Super 16
Super 16
Mount
PL
PL
PL
PL
PL
Day Rate
$250
Week Rate
$750
Our Thoughts
The Super 16 Zeiss Super Speed lenses are a legendary set of high-speed prime lenses, renowned for their fast T1.3 aperture, iconic triangle bokeh, exceptional sharpness, and beautifully cinematic rendering. Designed specifically for Super 16mm filmmaking, these lenses deliver rich contrast, organic skin tones, and a subtle vintage character, making them a favorite for narrative films, documentaries, and music videos. Their compact, lightweight design makes them ideal for handheld, Steadicam, and gimbal work, while their shallow depth of field and creamy bokeh provide a unique, filmic aesthetic that digital lenses often struggle to replicate.
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Built with precision focus mechanics and robust cine-grade construction, Zeiss Super Speeds offer smooth focus control and minimal breathing, ensuring a seamless experience for focus pullers and cinematographers alike. Available in a versatile set of focal lengths, they provide consistent optical performance and color rendition, allowing filmmakers to create cohesive, visually stunning imagery. Whether shooting on Super 16 film cameras or digital sensors with a cropped format, the Zeiss Super Speed lenses bring a timeless cinematic quality, making them an essential choice for filmmakers seeking classic glass with modern reliability.