Description
The Canon CN-E 15.5-47mm T2.8 L is a wide-angle cinema zoom built for 4K production (4096×2160), compatible with Super 35mm and APS-C sensors.
Mount and Aperture
This PL-mount lens pairs natively with PL cinema bodies — ARRI Alexa, RED, Sony VENICE and Blackmagic URSA — with no adapter required. A constant T2.8 aperture holds bright performance in low light with no brightness shift while zooming, aided by fluorite and large aspherical elements for sharp, consistent images across the range.
Handling
A reduced minimum object distance allows tighter close-ups in confined spaces. Glass construction resists temperature-induced barrel expansion, useful under hot production lights, and control rings hold consistent resistance. Focus, zoom and iris markings sit on angled surfaces for easier reading from behind the camera, with an 11-blade iris for soft, attractive blur. A 300° focus rotation and geared internal focus design minimise breathing, and the lens is compatible with standard matte boxes and production accessories.
