Lensworks has announced the addition of a new 25mm T2.6 Ultra Wide lens to its X65 large format prime series. As camera sensors continue to grow in size and resolution, cinematographers need lenses that not only cover these formats but also deliver the performance, speed, and usability required on professional productions.
The new 25mm joins the growing X65 lineup, which has been developed to meet the increasing demands of modern large-format image capture, including coverage for the latest ultra-large-format sensors such as the ARRI Alexa 265, Fujifilm ETERNA, Blackmagic 17K, and Sony’s emerging Venice 2 9.6K sensor platform.
Key features
- Coverage for ARRI Alexa 265, Fujifilm ETERNA, Blackmagic 17K, and Sony’s new 9.6K large-format sensor platform
- Compact and lightweight design across the range
- Fast apertures up to T1.6
- Exceptional close-focus performance
- Consistent mechanics and front diameters throughout most of the series
- Designed and manufactured by Lensworks in Burbank, California
Designed and manufactured by Lensworks in Burbank, California, the X65 series combines expansive image coverage with fast apertures, compact form factors, exceptional close-focus performance, and a modern optical design.
The new 25mm Ultra Wide provides cinematographers with a wide-angle perspective while maintaining the image quality, consistency, and large-format coverage of the X65 series. The lens is particularly well suited for immersive landscapes, architectural photography, large-scale visual effects work, and dynamic camera movement where maximum field of view is desired without compromising image integrity.
X65 Large Format Prime Series Specifications
| Focal Length | T-Stop | Close Focus | Weight | Front Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25mm | T2.6 | 11″ | 5lbs | 110mm |
| 28mm | T2.1 | 12″ | 3.0 lbs | 110mm |
| 35mm | T2.6 | 12″ | 3.2 lbs | 110mm |
| 40mm | T1.8 | 12″ | 4.0 lbs | 110mm |
| 50mm | T1.8 | 2’0″ | 3.2 lbs | 110mm |
| 60mm | T1.6 | 2’6″ | 3.2 lbs | 110mm |
| 68mm | T1.8 | 2’0″ | 4.0 lbs | 110mm |
| 85mm | T1.8 | 2’6″ | 3.0 lbs | 110mm |
| 100mm | T2.0 | 2’6″ | 3.6 lbs | 110mm |
| 135mm | T2.1 | TBD | TBD | 110mm |
Across the series, Lensworks has prioritized fast apertures, close-focus capability, manageable weight, and mechanical consistency, creating a lens family capable of supporting everything from handheld operation and Steadicam work to large-scale feature film and premium episodic production.
The addition of the new 25mm, combined with the recently introduced 60mm T1.6 and 100mm T2, further establishes the X65 platform as a complete large-format solution capable of addressing a broad range of creative and technical requirements.
Lensworks will showcase the complete X65 lineup at Cine Gear Expo. For rental inquiries, demonstrations, or purchasing information, please contact Lensworks at [email protected]
