The Alura 30-80mm T2.8 F Wide-Angle Zoom from ARRI is a long PL-mount lens that covers up to Super35-sized camera sensors and is optimized for 2K and 4K+ camera output. The 30 to 80mm Alura features a fast T2.8 to T22 aperture range throughout its zoom range and cine-style lens ergonomics. Both the 30 to 80mm and 15.5 to 45mm Alura lenses are designed with color characteristics to match ARRI's wide selection of existing lenses.

The Alura's optical features include high resolution and contrast performance, a multilayer coating to reduce flares and veiling, reduced chromatic aberration, and minimized breathing while focusing. A nine-blade iris produces a rounded, natural-looking bokeh for out-of-focus highlights. The lens also supports the ARRI Lens Data System (LDS) that can communicate lens data electronically to compatible cameras and devices, such as focus mapping, tracking, and distance measurement.

The focus, zoom, and iris barrels are compatible with 0.8 MOD gears for interfacing with industry-standard lens accessories such as follow focus units and wireless FIZ controls. For easier focus pulling, large focus scales are placed on both sides of the lens barrel. Marked in feet, the focus scales can be quickly changed to meters by an authorized ARRI service provider. Exchangeable front and rear elements are easily serviced and can potentially extend the life of your Alura.

Covers Super35 Sensor, LDS Support    T2.8 to T22 Maximum Aperture    9-Blade Iris, Supports 2K/4K+ Output    Focus Scales Marked in Feet, PL Mount    Minimal Breathing, ARRI LDS Compatible    Weighs 4.9 lb, 114mm Front Diameter

Fast T2.8 to T22 aperture

Optimized for the 2K and 4K+ formats, the Alura covers up to Super35 camera sensors

Industry standard 0.8 MOD cine pitch gears for focus, zoom, and iris control

A nine-blade iris produces rounded, natural-looking bokeh (out-of-focus highlights)

The large barrel markings in feet are switchable to meters by an authorized ARRI service provider

Supports the ARRI Lens Data System (LDS) that electronically passes lens information to compatible cameras and devices

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there a version with lens data? /I compatible?

A: No, the ARRI Ultra Prime 100mm T1.9 Lens (PL, Feet) does not come in another model that supports the Cooke /i Lens Data System.

Q: 2. Will this lens work with a full frame sensor? Has anybody tried it? Thanks.

A: The ARRI Alura 30-80mm lens has a 31.5mm image circle and a full frame sensor has a 43.2mm image circle (Nikon FX, Sony Alpha/Alpha FE, Canon EF). Therefore, this lens will vignette and not cover a full frame sensor.

Q: 3. Will this show aperture and focal length data on Red DSMC2 cameras?

A: The Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L SP Wide-Angle Cinema Zoom Lens with PL Mount has a PL mount that cannot transfer electronic data.

Q: 4. Will this lens give lens data to a Red through the PL mount?

A: This is an EF mount lens, not PL.

Q: 5. What is the meaning of open gate?

A: Open Gate provides the maximum sensor area (36.70 mm x 25.54 mm) and maximum resolution (4448 x 3096 photosites) for maximum flexibility in post.

Q: 6. Is this alura 1.4 X extender comparable with Zeiss lwz 3 21-100 mm t/2.9-3.9 lens

A: no this will not be compatible with the Zeiss Light weight zoom

Q: 7. How do you adjust back focus on the Arri Alura 15.5-45mm lens?

A: The ARRI Alura 15.5-45mm T2.8 F Wide-Angle Zoom (LDS PL, Feet) (B&H# ARAZ1545T28F) can perform differently on different cameras and mounts. As such, you may want to add shims between the lens mount and lens body to adjust the back focus.

Q: 8. Does this lens support the DPAF focus guide as the CN-E Primes do?

A: No, this is not applicable to this lens.

Q: 9. What is the filter thread pitch? 105xM0.75 or 105xM1.0?

A: The filter thread pitch is a 105xM1.0 It is a course thread that is a 1.0 pitch.

Q: 10. Does it only fit the 28mm? Does not fit in the 50mm or 35mm E mount version?

A: That is correct, the Venus Optics Laowa Nanomorph 27mm T2.8 Interchangeable Bayonet (ARRI PL) only works with the Venus Optics Laowa Nanomorph 27mm T2.8 anamorphic cine lens. The other two lenses have specific adapters just for them.