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NiSi Aureus Primes

The NiSi Aureus Prime T1.4 Full-Frame Cinema Lenses represents the company’s entry into high-speed cinema primes and are designed for modern digital cinema cameras, covering a 46 mm image circle suitable for full-frame and large-format sensors. The series includes 18 mm, 24 mm, 35 mm, 50 mm, and 85 mm focal lengths, each with a maximum aperture of T1.4. Optical performance emphasizes high contrast and resolution with controlled chromatic aberration and minimal distortion. Multi-layer coatings and low-dispersion glass elements contribute to a neutral color profile that maintains consistency across the set.

Each lens in the Aureus line shares a unified mechanical design with a 90 mm front diameter, 86 mm filter thread, and consistent gear positions for focus and iris. The lenses feature a 300-degree focus rotation with clearly marked distance scales and luminous engravings for visibility in low-light environments. Focus breathing is minimal, maintaining consistent framing during focus pulls, and the lenses include a rear filter holder that accommodates compact filtration setups, particularly useful for gimbals or smaller rigs.

  • 46mm image circle covers full-frame, VV, and large-format sensors
  • T1.4 to T22 aperture range
  • 11-blade iris
  • Stable 300° focus throw and minimized focus breathing
  • Uniform gear positions across each lens
  • 86mm front filter threads and built-in rear filter holders
  • Glow-in-the-dark markings
Maximum Aperture
T1.4
Minimum Aperture
T22
Lens Mount
ARRI PL
Interchangeable Mount
No
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Image Circle
46.00 mm
Angle of View
Full Frame
Diagonal: 99.5°
Horizontal: 88.8°
Vertical: 65.9°
Full Frame
Diagonal: 85.6°
Horizontal: 72.9°
Vertical: 57.6°
Full Frame
Diagonal: 63°
Horizontal: 52.1°
Vertical: 40.2°
Full Frame
Diagonal: 46.3°
Horizontal: 37.7°
Vertical: 28.7°
Full Frame
Diagonal: 28.3°
Horizontal: 22.8°
Vertical: 17.1°
Focus Scales
Metric, Imperial
Filter Thread
86 mm
Minimum Focus Distance
10″ / 0.3 m (Wide) to 3′ / 0.9 m (Tele)
Aperture/Iris Blades
11
Image Stabilization
No
Gear Standard
0.8 MOD
Gear Rotation
Focus: 300°
Electronic Communication
No
Diameter
3.5″ / 90 mm
Length
4.3″ / 110 mm
Weight
2.9 lb / 1.3 kg
NiSi Aureus Primes
Focal Length Aperture Close Focus Front Diameter Weight Length
18mm T1.4 10" / 25cm 90mm 2.9 lbs. 110mm
24mm T1.4 13" / 33cm 90mm 2.9 lbs. 110mm
35mm T1.4 14" / 35cm 90mm 2.9 lbs. 110mm
50mm T1.4 1' 10" / 55cm 90mm 2.9 lbs. 110mm
85mm T1.4 3' / 90cm 90mm 2.9 lbs. 110mm