NiSi Athena Prime 18mm T2.2 (L-Mount)

Professional Wide-Angle Cinema Performance

The NiSi Athena Prime 18mm T2.2 (L-Mount) is a high-performance wide-angle cinema lens designed for full-frame sensors. With a 46mm imaging circle, it provides exceptional coverage and clarity for professional cinematography. This lens is engineered to deliver maximum micro-contrast control and ultra-low chromatic aberration, ensuring your footage retains fine details and lifelike textures.

Seamless Workflow and Consistency

A standout feature of the NiSi Athena Prime series is the uniform design. The 18mm T2.2 is matched in weight and size with other lenses in the range, allowing for rapid lens swaps on gimbals and stabilizers without the need for rebalancing. The standardized 77mm filter thread and consistent gear placement for aperture and focus rings make it compatible with a wide array of follow-focus systems and matte boxes.

Precision Control for Filmmakers

Achieve critical focus with ease thanks to the 300-degree focus rotation. The lens features fluorescent focal scales, making it ideal for low-light environments and precise focus pulls. Additionally, the optical design significantly minimizes focus breathing, ensuring a stable field of view when racking focus from minimum distance to infinity.

Advanced Creative Features

• Drop-in Filter Mount: Enhances creative control and simplifies the use of ND or specialized filters.
• Soft Bokeh: The T2.2 aperture combined with the optical construction produces a natural, pleasing background separation.
• L-Mount Compatibility: Designed specifically for L-Mount camera systems, providing a secure and reliable connection.