Lentes de cámara para Arri montura PL

Record Professional Cinematography with PL Mount Lenses

PL mount lenses are frequently used in cinematography to film movies and other motion pictures. A camera that can take a PL mount lens locks four ways for a sturdy, secure locking mechanism. You can find a wide range of these lenses on eBay with some in used condition to save money on the expensive models.

What is a PL mount?

Arri introduced the PL mount in 1982, but other brands have begun developing this type of mount, too. Additional brands include Schneider, LOMO, ZEISS, and Sony. A lot of filmmakers use this type of camera mount. The PL mount features a durable flanged mounting system that is designed to lock into place securely and to be able to support heavy lenses. PL actually stands for "positive lock."

You can attach a long telephoto lens to cameras that have this mounting system. Because this lens mount has four pronged flanges that have central notches, you can orient a lens in four different ways. A friction locking ring locks the lens into place.

What cameras can the PL mount lens be used on?

This lens mount was designed for use with 16 mm and 35 mm movie cameras. Any camera that features a PL mount can use this type of lens. If your camera doesnt have this type of mount, you can check if it has an adapter available for attaching PL lenses. Some cameras allow greater flexibility in what types of lenses you can use with it, thanks to adapters. This type of lens mount is commonly used for cameras used in professional film production.

What are some options in PL mount lenses?

You have a lot of options in PL mount lenses with many available on eBay, such as:

  • Zeiss Tessar 2.8/80 Cinema Lens: This lens takes 35 mm format and is compatible with Arri, Ursa, Arriflex, Red Epic, and other movie cameras. It has a maximum aperture of 2.8 f and a focal length of 80 mm.
  • Sony Cinealta 35mm T/2 Cinema Lens: This lens has a focal length of 35 mm.
  • Sigma 18-35mm T2 Cine High-Speed Zoom: Available in many lens types, including PL, the Sigma 18-35mm T2 Cine High-Speed Zoom features 180-degree focusing, internal focus, 9-bladed iris, and a removable lens support foot.
  • Schneider Cine-Xenar III: The Schneider Cine-Xenar III is capable of filming 2K, 4K, and 5K cinema. It has an aperture range of T2.0 - T2.2.