The Pictor 14-30mm T2.8 brings the same characteristics as its brother and sister—consistency, pricing, image quality, and versatility. By owning these three lenses, you have a full range of focal coverage you’ll need for any film or upcoming project.

The lens offers the same quality as the series, EF or PL mounts (included with the lens), constant T2.8 aperture during zooms, minimal focus breathing, and a parfocal design while covering S35 sensors (31.5mm image circle). At only 1.88kg (4.14lbs), the new lens is a fantastic addition to the series with the quality DZOFILM lenses are known for.

I currently own the 25mm and previously owned the 125mm cinema primes from DZOFILM, called Vespid Primes. They feel robust and very much promote cinema quality.

And, typically, the price range of these lenses falls within what would be considered the “budget” region when talking about cinema lenses. But, the build and quality of the glass couldn’t be anything from budget.

The Pictor 14-30mm T2.8 is available by itself or as part of a 3-lens kit in a case, along with the 20-55mm T2.8 and 50-125mm T2.8. This 3-lens kit bundle is available in either black (USD $7,999) or white (USD $8,199).

The Pictor 14-30mm T2.8 individually is currently listed at $2,889, which makes it the most expensive lens out of the three. The 20-55mm T2.8 is $400 cheaper, and the 50-125mm T2.8 is $200 cheaper.

This is a welcomed addition to the Pictor series of S35mm zooms, now offering the widest-angle zoom possible at a dead-locked T2.8.

It’s perfect for run-and-gun work due to its weight and build, but not lacking in the quality we expect from DZOFILM lenses.

It’ll be exciting to see how consumers will welcome the new lens into the series and what other plans DZOFILM has in the future for the S35mm line.

Key specs for the Pictor 14-30mm T2.8 Zoom lens:

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