Fujifilm Premista Zoom Lenses Debuted for Large Format Cameras

For those keeping a keen eye turned on NAB 2019 for any large format news or gear, you’re in luck. Kicking off NAB early, Fujifilm/Fujinon has unveiled two new large format cinema lenses designed for Super-35 sensor cameras.  

Spoilers, they aren’t cheap, but if you’re in the market to rent or mortgage your home to purchase, here are the details on the new Fujinon Premista 28-100mm (T2.9) and the Fujinon 80-250mm (T2.9-3.5).

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FUJINON 28-100mm T2.9

Spanning focal lengths of six different prime lenses, the 28-100mm zoom can be a go-to option for many run-and-gun filmmaking needs. With a new 13-blade iris designed for pleasant bokeh and a wide dynamic range the zoom is a medium-weight (8.4 lbs), durable large format option.

• Focal Length: 28-100mm
• Aperture: T2.9
• Lens Mount: PL mount
• Compatible Image Size: 46.3mm
• Iris Blades: 13
• Front Diameter: 114mm
• Length: 255mm
• Weight: 8.4 lbs.

Price: $38,800 (summer 2019)

FUJINON 80-250mm T2.9-3.5

Similarly, the 80-250mm also has the same 13 blade iris and has a crisp T2.9 speed from 80-200mm and a gradual ramp up to T3.5 between 201-250mm covering a 46.3mm image circle.

• Focal Length: 80-250mm
• Aperture: T2.9-3.5
• Lens Mount: PL mount
• Compatible Image Size: 46.3mm
• Iris Blades: 13
• Front Diameter: 114mm
• Length: 255mm
• Weight: 8.4 lbs.

Price: To be announced (end of 2019)