DZOFilm Pictor 20-55mm T2.8 Super35 Parfocal Zoom Lens (PL Mount and EF Mount, Black)
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DZOFilm Pictor 20-55mm T2.8 Super35 Parfocal Zoom Lens (PL Mount and EF Mount, Black)
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DZOFilm Pictor 20-55mm T2.8 Super35 Parfocal Zoom Lens (PL Mount and EF Mount, Black) is a dzofilm pictor 20-55mm T2.8 Super35 parfocal cine zoom for Canadian documentary, commercial, and owner-operator crews that need PL/EF mount flexibility, 31.5 mm Super35 image circle, 95 mm front diameter, 0.8 mod gears, and Filmgear Canada support for lens support and follow-focus planning.
Product Video
Watch the Pictor demo to judge parfocal zoom behavior, focus pulls, handheld balance, and whether one cine zoom can replace frequent prime swaps on your shoot.
Product Overview
The Pictor 20-55mm is a Super35 cine zoom built for productions that need controlled zooming, consistent T2.8 exposure, and proper cinema-lens mechanics instead of a still-photo zoom workaround. DZOFILM lists PL/EF mount design, 270 deg focus control, 100 deg zoom control, 0.8 mod gearing, M86 filter thread, and a 95 mm front diameter across the Pictor zoom line.
The 20-55mm range covers the wider-to-normal side of a two-zoom Pictor package, useful for interviews, handheld documentary, gimbal-supported work, and compact commercial coverage where changing primes slows the shoot down.
Best Use Cases for DZOFILM Pictor 20-55mm
- Super35 documentary and commercial work where fewer lens swaps save time
- PL or EF cinema-camera packages needing consistent manual cine mechanics
- Follow-focus setups using 0.8 mod gear standards
- Interview, corporate, narrative, and owner-operator packages where parfocal zoom behavior matters
Key Features
- 20-55mm T2.8-22 Super35 cine zoom
- Parfocal design for keeping focus through zoom moves
- PL / EF interchangeable mount design
- 31.5 mm Super35 image circle
- 270 deg focus control and 100 deg zoom control
- Approx. 1520 g product weight
How It Compares
Choose the 20-55mm when wide-to-normal coverage is the priority. Pair it with the 50-125mm when the package also needs portrait and telephoto reach. Choose a lighter still zoom only when autofocus, weight, or budget matters more than cine gearing, repeatable focus, and parfocal behavior.
Compatible Accessories and Related Gear
Build a Pictor zoom package with matching focal ranges and DZOFILM PL adapter paths available from Filmgear Canada: DZOFILM Pictor 20-55mm T2.8, DZOFILM Pictor 50-125mm T2.8.
DZOFILM Pictor 20-55mm: Value Assessment
The value of a Pictor zoom is speed and repeatability. It is heavier than many still lenses and needs lens support on many rigs, but it can save time by reducing lens swaps while giving the operator cinema-style focus, zoom, iris, and follow-focus behavior.
Who Is This For?
Choose this for documentary crews, commercial shooters, schools, owner-operators, and production teams using Super35 cameras or Super35 crop modes with PL/EF workflows.
Who Should Choose Something Else?
Choose something else if you need full-frame coverage without crop, autofocus, very light handheld operation, or a faster prime-lens look. Also choose a different lens if your rig cannot support the weight, front diameter, or follow-focus setup.
In the Box
- DZOFILM Pictor 20-55mm T2.8 Super35 Parfocal Zoom Lens
- PL mount and EF mount package configuration
- Black finish
Specifications
| Focal Length | 20-55mm |
|---|---|
| Mount | PL / EF |
| T-Stop | T2.8-22 |
| Image Circle | 31.5 mm Super35 |
| Close Focus | 0.6 m / 2 ft |
| Zoom Ratio | 2.75x |
| Focus Control | 270 deg |
| Zoom Control | 100 deg |
| Front Diameter | 95 mm / 3.74 in |
| Weight | Approx. 1520 g |
FAQ
What is the DZOFILM Pictor 20-55mm best used for?
The Pictor 20-55mm is best for Super35 productions that need cine-zoom handling, repeatable manual focus, and fewer lens swaps. It fits documentary, interview, corporate, commercial, and narrative jobs where a proper PL/EF zoom is more useful than a still-photo lens.
Is Pictor parfocal?
DZOFILM describes the Pictor zoom line as parfocal, so focus is designed to stay consistent while zooming. In real use, crews should still test back focus, mount setup, and camera support before critical work.
Does Pictor cover full frame?
Pictor is a Super35 cine zoom line with a 31.5 mm image circle. Use it on Super35 cameras or crop modes; choose a full-frame zoom or prime set if full-frame coverage without crop is required.
What support gear should I plan with a Pictor zoom?
Plan lens support, rods, follow focus, matte box or filter path, camera mount, and tripod or shoulder balance. The lens is much more production-friendly when the rig is built around its weight and cine-control layout.
Should I pair the 20-55mm with the other Pictor zoom?
Yes, if you need a two-zoom Super35 package. The 20-55mm handles wider-to-normal coverage, while the 50-125mm adds portrait and telephoto reach with matching Pictor handling.
Where to Buy in Canada
Filmgear Canada sells DZOFILM cine lenses for Canadian documentary, commercial, education, and production buyers, with Vancouver-based help planning mount path, lens support, filters, and matched zoom packages.
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
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Exceptions / Non-returnable Items
Special Order Items (Final Sale)
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- Professional wireless communication systems
- Large-scale lighting equipment
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Exchanges
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