Tailored for today’s cinema and beyond.
ZEISS Compact Prime CP.3 and CP.3 XD lenses
Enabling creativity
through technology.
ZEISS CP.3 and CP.3 XD Lenses
// INNOVATION
MADE BY ZEISS
High performance cine lenses that
keep pace with technology
Digital technologies have transformed traditional lmmaking and refashioned the market. New
and innovative technologies in both production and post-production have paved the way for
a more versatile, cost eective and advanced workow. The ZEISS CP.3 family is the latest
contribution from ZEISS to support creative and progressive lmmaking with an aordable,
future-proof and premium quality lens set.
Proven ZEISS quality
The ZEISS CP.3 lenses oer the perfect combination of
high image quality and reliable usability. They exhibit
the clean, crisp characteristics ZEISS is known for,
together with an interchangeable mount system and
full-frame coverage. CP.3 lenses are compatible with
a wider range of cameras and mount types than any
other cine lens on the market.
New ZEISS eXtended Data technology
The ZEISS CP.3 XD version features innovative and
ground-breaking lens data technology to speed-up
and simplify the workow on set and in post-production.
ZEISS eXtended Data unies two data sets: key lens
data based on the open
supported by a wide range of cameras and accessories,
plus ZEISS specic lens data that contains precise lens
characteristics.
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Technology standard and
Eciency throughout the entire production
process, thanks to the ZEISS CP.3 XD lenses
While on set, the ZEISS eXtended Data feature enables members of the crew to monitor lens
settings in real-time, pre-visualize modied images and to use new, automated search functions
within data wrangling. In post-production, ZEISS eXtended Data oers numerous benets such
as image ne-tuning, editing and color grading, visual eects, virtual and augmented reality,
multi-cam live productions, projection or 3-D imaging. An additional plug-in provided by ZEISS
allows an easy implementation of ZEISS eXtended Data in a number of leading software tools.
Thinking big
With the ZEISS CP.3 XD lenses, even small productions
on a limited budget gain access to the advanced
techniques common in state-of-the-art, big budget
lms, commercials and television shows.
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Unifying image quality, usability and innovation
Product features
True cine look
• Clean and crisp ZEISS look which matches perfectly with
other ZEISS cinema lenses
• Color matching and covering full frame across the full range
of focal lengths from 15 to 135 mm
• Special lens coatings support high-dynamic range projects
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Ultimate cine ergonomics
• Standardized positioning of the focus rings and a consistent
95 mm front diameter allows for fast and easy changeover
while on set
• Extraordinarily smooth focus rotation even in extreme
temperature conditions thanks to a new, sophisticated
construction design
• Consistent T-stops simplify lighting on set and exposure
compensations (T2.9 for 15 to 21 mm and T2.1 for
25 to 135 mm)
Compact design for the new digital workow
• The compact and light-weight design is ideal for handheld,
gimbal, drone and Steadicam applications
• Consistent size and weight across most of the focal lengths
enables quick change of lenses when used on drones and
gimbals
• The ultra-smooth focus rotation allows use of small focus
motors
Mastering the digital cinema workow
• The ZEISS eXtended Data is a unique technology that
provides information about the lens’ distortion and
shading characteristics in real-time
• The lens settings are digitally captured on every frame,
avoiding the need to manually record the lens settings
for every shot
• Documentation of the lens’ characteristics enhances
creativity by allowing more complex shots to be handled
in post-production
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Expanding your possibilities
ZEISS eXtended Data
The ZEISS eXtended Data technology adds new opportunities to simplify and increase the accuracy
of the image capture and processing workow. It will accelerate and improve the cinematography
workow no matter if it is a small production on a limited budget, or a major TV or commercial
feature with more resources. ZEISS eXtended Data reduces workflow costs and facilitates the
exchange of lens information between the production and post-production departments.
ZEISS eXtended Data unies two data sets:
Key lens data
The ZEISS eXtended Data technology is based on
the open
wide range of cameras and accessories. Key lens
data provides frame-accurate information about:
• Lens name, type and focal length
• Calibrated focusing distance
• Calibrated T-stop value
• Depth-of-eld data in real time and
hyperfocal distance
• Horizontal eld-of-view
• Entrance pupil position
* Shading in this case refers to the darkened corners of the captured image on sensor, due to illumination loss towards the outside
of the image eld. The ZEISS CP.3 XD lenses contain the data for this characteristic, enabling higher precision of post processing and
greater creative freedom in post-production. The shading eect can also be intensied for creative purposes. Shading does not refer
to color shading, which is a phenomenon that sometimes accompanies color shifting, resulting in darker corners with magenta,
green and purple color casts . Shading does not refer to vignet ting, which is caused when the lens’ image circle is smaller than the
image sensor, or by the inaccurately sized matte boxes and/or multiple lter stages in front of the lens, which block s the optical path
of the light into the lens.
Technology and is supported by a
ZEISS specic lens data
The ZEISS CP.3 XD lenses enable trailblazing, one-
click correction of images, never before possible in
motion picture workow. ZEISS specic lens data
provides frame accurate information about:
• Lens distortion characteristics based on the
focal point
• Lens shading* characteristics based on the focal
point and eective T-stop
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Providing an end-to-end solution
Processing options of ZEISS eXtended Data
The ZEISS CP.3 XD provides an end-to-end solution for recording and feeding data for onset
application and in post-production. ZEISS eXtended Data is processed in real-time and recorded
frame accurate. The data can be transferred in one of two ways. Either to any supported
equipment via an external LEMO
the
Technology standard via a 4-pin interface (PL-mount). With the additional ZEISS plug-in
for leading compositing and editing software tools, the lens’ characteristics can be removed
and/or reapplied to the footage.
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* compatible plug or directly to any camera compatible with
Recording ZEISS eXtended Data via external
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LEMO
compatible plug
via external
LEMO® compatible plug
to Ambient MasterLockitPlus
Recording ZEISS eXtended Data via internal
camera interface
via PL-mount
interface
to camera
transfer per
integrated WiFi AP
data management on set
with Pomfort Silverstack
implementation of ZEISS specic data with
ZEISS plug-in for common post-production tools
* LEMO is a registered trademark of INTERLEMO HOLDING S. A.
live grading on set
with Pomfort LiveGrade Pro
transfer/recording options: embedded
in video les or as sidecar le
data management on set
with Pomfort Silverstack
implementation of ZEISS specic data with
ZEISS plug-in for common post-production tools
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A professional toolset, oering many benets
Connecting production and post-production workows
No matter the size of the production or the number of people on the team, the ZEISS CP.3 XD
lenses benet large teams or solo-operations. ZEISS eXtended Data technology will accelerate
the workow and facilitates the collaboration between the production and post-production
departments.
On set
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* Camera Operator / Camera
Assistants
• Real-time display of T-stop, focus
distance and depth-of-eld supported
on lens control systems, cameras and
monitors
• Automatic detection of the lens, which
enables the focus scale without
calibration on a lens control system
* Script Continuity
• Lens settings can be viewed at a
glance on a monitor for continuity
log sheets or transferred wirelessly
to supported device apps
* Data Wrangler / Digital Imaging
Technician
• Classication and search functions
for specic shots (e.g. correct lens
settings for a re-shoot)
• Automatic options for quality check
procedure (e.g. pre-selection of critical
shots for visual check in real-time)
• Statistical analysis of lenses used in
the production and the lens’ settings
* Director of Photography
• Lens settings at a glance on monitor
or viewnder
• Dening the nal look by previsualizing
color grading, shading and distortion
and transferring it to post-production.
* Video Engineer
• Pre-visualization of corrected images
in live grading or VFX previews (e.g.
live-key)
• Distortion corrected pre-visualization
of CGI Live-Rendering
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Post-production
* Editing
• Classication and search functions
for specic shots
• Automated image correction speeds
up the process of image optimization
* Dailies
• Quick supply of dailies to head-of
departments due to automated
image pre-correction and faster
sorting options
* Visual Eects
• Removing or adding distortion
for stitching and CGI integration
• Removing or adding shading while
matching shots
• Key lens data for Match Moving,
calculation of defocus and bokeh
with CGI integration, stitching,
manipulation of motion blur
* Color Grading
• Automated image correction
accelerates the color grading
process and saves valuable time
for more intense ne-tuning
* Virtual Reality Productions
• Stitching and matching of
multiple images
* Augmented Reality Productions
• Corrections for CGI integration
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eXtended Data today and beyond
Upgradable options on CP.3 XD lenses
Lens characteristics processed through ZEISS
eXtended Data
CP.3 XD lenses house encoder chips to deliver ZEISS
eXtended Data, currently assigned to two data sets:
• Key lens data (focal length, focus distance and iris
position) based on the
supported by a wide range of existing equipment.
• ZEISS specic lens data, which contains precise
information about distortion and shading.
The ZEISS eXtended Data technology is planned to
be expanded in future to oer additional features.
Therefore ZEISS will oer lens rmware upgrades.
Technology, which is
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ZEISS eXtended Data software compatibility
Lens characteristics can be applied and previewed on
set using Pomfort LiveGrade Pro. To apply recorded
lens characteristics in post-production ZEISS provides
an OFX-plug-in. Initially the plug-in works with the
grading software Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve.
Support for other grading, editing and compositing
software will be available in future.
“I used the ZEISS CP.3 XD lenses in a recent
project and it really sped-up the production
time. Their similar weight and size provides
the advantage of changing lenses quickly
while on set. Using the ZEISS eXtended Data
shortens post-production time, because you
can decide on the nal look while shooting.”
Adi Geisegger, cinematographer
www.adigeisegger.com
Wide range of coverage,
regardless of the format
Ranging from 15 mm to 135 mm, the ten focal lengths available
in the ZEISS Compact Prime CP.3 or CP.3 XD series cover all
applications from wide-angle to telephoto. The graphic shows
the horizontal angle of view between each of the focal lengths.
15 mm / T2.9
18 mm / T2.9
21 mm / T2.9
25 mm / T2.1
28 mm / T2.1
35 mm / T2.1
50 mm / T2.1
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85 mm / T2.1
100 mm / T2.1
135 mm / T2.1
Adding greater depth to your images
Ready for HDR-projects
The ZEISS CP.3 lenses feature advanced lens coatings, painted lens rims and special light traps
within the barrel to eliminate unwelcome veiling glare and ares. The result is higher contrast,
richer blacks and more saturated colors, enabling shooting in High Dynamic Range (HDR) modes
with subtly nuanced dierences in deep shadows and bright highlights in the same scene. With
the ZEISS CP.3 lenses, there is a greater depth to the images than ever before.
• Supporting pictures with a high
dynamic range thanks to special lens
coatings
• High resolution and contrast
• Great are suppression through T*
anti-reex coating and internal light
traps
• Excellent color rendition
• Color matched
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Interchangeable mount system
A future-proof solution
The ZEISS CP.3 lenses are equipped with an easy-to-operate, interchangeable mount system. It
enables a quick change from the typical cine-style PL-mount to four other mount options (Canon EF,
Nikon F, Sony E or MFT). This proven feature oers tremendous exibility and future-proof investment
in today’s rapidly changing camera market. There are two versions of the PL-mount, one equipped
with an electronic interface for recording lens data on the ZEISS CP.3 XD lenses via the internal
camera interface and the other without the electronic interface for the standard ZEISS CP.3 lenses.
• Allows a mix of professional cine
cameras, for maximum exibility
on set
• No loss of image quality due to
User Interchangeable
Lens Mounts
adapter solutions
• Five dierent mounts available
(PL, EF, E, F and MFT)
• User Interchangeable Lens Mounts
PL-mount EF-mount MFT-mountNikon F-mountSony E-mount
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PL-mount for
eXtended Data
ZEISS Compact Prime CP.3
Image Circle
Super 35
RED Helium 8K
Fullframe
Future proof performance
with full-frame coverage
ZEISS Compact Prime CP.3 lenses feature exquisite, high performing optics in a robust and
durable package – two characteristics that will remain desirable for decades to come. Thanks
to the interchangeable lens mounts, the Compact Prime CP.3 and CP.3 XD lenses oer the
possibility to upgrade to any number of existing or future cine cameras without investing in
a new set of lenses. They all cover a full-frame image format without vignetting.
RED VistaVision 8K
• Full-frame coverage (24 mm x 36 mm)
for all focal lengths from 15 mm to
135 mm
• Coverage up to 46.3 mm image circle
• Common T2.9 aperture for the 15 mm
to 21 mm focal lengths and T2.1 for the
lenses ranging from 25 mm to 135 mm.
• Interchangeable lens mount
• Robust, cine-style housing
• 300 degree focus rotation angle
• Calibrated focus scales
• Circular 14-blade aperture, provides
a cinematic look and natural looking
out of focus highlights
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Accessories
Safety and exibility for your equipment
The premium PELI™ Air Case provides protective storage for the
ZEISS CP.3 lenses while on set and when travelling between shooting
locations.
Molded from Pelican’s
lighter than other polymer cases, while being enormously shock-proof
at the same time. The weather sealed design keeps dust and water away
from the ZEISS CP.3 lenses in rough shooting environments.
The transport case will t up to ve lenses, with a perfect cut-out for
each focal length. The foam material is specially designed to prevent
scratches and undesired movement during transit. Recesses between
the cut-outs leave enough space to easily grip and remove the lenses.
The lenses are stored horizontally, making it easy to view the focal
length and iris settings at a quick glance. Additional cut-outs provide
space for small accessories.
• Well-designed interior for convenient access to the lenses
• Super lightweight and compact (51.8 x 28.4 x 18.3 cm /
20.4 x 11.2 x 7.2 inches)
• Meets international airline standards for carry-on luggage
• Dust and waterproof
• Retractable handle extension and rubber padded handle
• Soft-sided wheels with stainless steel bearings
• Robust, double-throw latches and stainless steel hasp protectors
• Removable card holder with front or side placement
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next generation HPX2 resin, it is up to 40%
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Technical Data
ZEISS Compact Prime CP.3 and CP.3 XD lenses
CP.3 & CP.3 XD
15 mm
T2.9
CP.3 & CP.3 XD
18 mm
T2.9
CP.3 & CP.3 XD
21 mm
T2.9
CP.3 & CP.3 XD
25 mm
T2.1
CP.3 & CP.3 XD
28 mm
T2.1
CP.3 & CP.3 XD
35 mm
T2.1
CP.3 & CP.3 XD
50 mm
T2.1
CP.3 & CP.3 XD
85 mm
T2.1
CP.3 & CP.3 XD
100 mm CF
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T2.1
CP.3 & CP.3 XD
135 m m
T2.1
Aperture Close
Focus
T 2.9
to T 22
T2.9
to T22
T 2.9
to T 22
T 2 .1
to T 22
T 2 .1
to T 22
T 2 .1
to T 22
T 2 .1
to T 22
T 2 .1
to T 22
T 2 .1
to T 22
T 2 .1
to T 22
0.3 m
12”
0.3 m
12”
0.24 m
10”
0.26 m
10”
0.24 m
10”
0.3 m
12”
0.45 m
18”
1 m
3’3”
0.7 m
2’6”
1 m
3’3”
Length2Front
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83.7 mm
3.30”
83.7 mm
3.30”
83.7 mm
3.30”
83.7 mm
3.30”
83.7 mm
3.30”
83.7 mm
3.30”
83.7 mm
3.30”
83.7 mm
3.30”
126.5 mm
4.98”
126.5 mm
4.98”
diameter
95 mm
3,7’’
95 mm
3,7’’
95 mm
3,7’’
95 mm
3,7’’
95 mm
3,7’’
95 mm
3,7’’
95 mm
3,7’’
95 mm
3,7’’
95 mm
3,7’’
95 mm
3,7’’
Weight3Horizontal Angle of View
0.87 kg
FullFrame
100° 90° 79° 73° 73° 60°
APS-H5Super
4
35
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1.9 l bs
0.86 kg
89° 80° 69° 63° 64° 51°
1.9 l bs
0.82 kg
81° 71° 61° 55° 56° 45°
1.8 lbs
0.82 kg
72° 62° 53° 47° 48° 38°
1.8 lbs
0.84 kg
65° 57° 48° 43° 43° 34°
1.9 l bs
0.80 kg
54° 47° 39° 35° 35° 28°
1.8 lbs
0.77 kg
40° 34° 28° 25° 25° 20°
1.7 l bs
0.88 kg
24° 20° 17 ° 15° 15° 12°
1.9 l bs
1.01 kg
20° 17 ° 14 ° 13° 13° 10°
2.2 lbs
1.15 kg
15° 13 ° 11° 9° 9° 7°
2.5 lbs
Normal
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APS-C8MFT
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Close focus distance is measured from the image plane
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Front to PL mount ange
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The specied weight refers to the ZEISS CP.3 standard lenses. The ZEISS CP.3 XD lenses weigh about 0.01 kg / 0.02 lbs more.
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Horizontal angle of view for a full-frame camera (aspect ratio 1:1.5, dimensions 36 mm x 24 mm / 1.42“ x 0.94“)
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Horizontal angle of view for an APS-H camera (aspec t ratio 1:1.81, dimensions 30.2 mm x 16.7 mm / 1.19“ x 0.66“)
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Horizontal angle of view for an ANSI Super 35 Silent camera (aspect ratio 1:1.33, dimensions 24.9 mm x 18.7 mm / 0.98“ x 0.74“)
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Horizontal angle of view for a Normal 35 Academy camera (aspect ratio 1:1.37, dimensions 22 mm x 16 mm / 0.87“ x 0.63“)
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Horizontal angle of view for an APS-C camera (aspect ratio 1:1.50, dimensions 22.3 mm x 14.9 mm / 0.88“ x 0.59“)
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Horizontal angle of view for a Micro 4/3 (MFT) camera (aspect ratio 1:1.33, dimensions 17.3 mm x 13 mm / 0.68“ x 0.51“)
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CF: Close focus capability
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Camera Lenses
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Germany
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