DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Lens (0° Direct View, ARRI PL)

DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Lens is a 18-28mm T8-T45 full-frame probe zoom macro lens with ARRI PL mount, built for cinematographers who need repeatable manual lens control and the named 18-28mm field of view. Its 43.2mm image circle, 6mm front working distance, 2.1x magnification at 28mm, 300-degree focus, 100-degree zoom, and 0.8 MOD gears supports narrative, commercial, documentary, tabletop, studio, and rental work according to the lens family's optical role. Buyers comparing this cinema lens should match it to the complete working package before ordering.

Product Overview

DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Lens sits in the DZOFILM X-Tract family. DZOFILM identifies it as a 18-28mm T8-T45 full-frame probe zoom macro lens with ARRI PL mount. Key operating details include 43.2mm image circle, 6mm front working distance, 2.1x magnification at 28mm, 300-degree focus, 100-degree zoom, and 0.8 MOD gears. Before production, check sensor recording area, installed mount, rear clearance, flange setup, rods and lens support, matte box or filter fit, 0.8 MOD motor position, focus scale, working distance, and whether the selected focal range suits the shot.

Key Features

18-28mm Cinema Optics

DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Lens provides the named 18-28mm view with its 18-28mm T8-T45 full-frame probe zoom macro lens.

Mount and Sensor Planning

The lens uses ARRI PL mount; match the camera recording area, installed interface, rear clearance, flange distance, and support before the shoot.

Manual Crew Operation

43.2mm image circle, 6mm front working distance, 2.1x magnification at 28mm, 300-degree focus, 100-degree zoom, and 0.8 MOD gears, supporting repeatable focus, zoom, iris, matte-box, and motor setup.

How It Compares

Choose the 0-degree front for straight-ahead probe moves, the 90-degree version for side-looking access, or the 360-degree configuration when rotating periscope orientation is central to the move. Choose a conventional macro prime when the long probe barrel is unnecessary.

Compatible Accessories and Related Gear

DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Macro Lens (360°, ARRI PL) and DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Macro Lens (90°, ARRI PL). Check camera sensor mode, ARRI PL mount, rear clearance, flange setup, lens support, matte box, filters, 0.8 MOD motors, focus scale, working distance, and case dimensions.

Who Is This For?

This lens is for cinematographers, camera assistants, rental houses, studios, film schools, production companies, and owner-operators building a manual full-frame cinema package.

Who Should Choose Something Else?

Choose a different focal range when camera position or framing demands it, another mount or sensor family when compatibility changes, autofocus glass for solo event work, or a lighter lens when handheld balance and support time are the main constraints.

In the Box

• DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Lens
• ARRI PL mount as named in the product title

Specifications

• Focal range: 18-28mm
• Aperture: T8-T45
• Image circle: 43.2mm full frame
• Front type: 0-degree direct
• Mount: ARRI PL
• Close focus from sensor plane: 0.47m
• Working distance from front: 6mm
• Magnification at 28mm: 2.1x
• Focus rotation: 300 degrees
• Zoom rotation: 100 degrees
• Gear pitch: 0.8 MOD

FAQ

What sensor format and role does this 18-28mm lens serve?
DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Lens (0° Direct View, ARRI PL): It is a 18-28mm T8-T45 full-frame probe zoom macro lens. Match the active camera recording area to the family's stated image coverage before the shoot.

Which mount and mechanical checks matter?
DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Lens (0° Direct View, ARRI PL): This configuration uses ARRI PL mount. Check the installed interface, rear clearance, flange setup, rods, lens support, matte box, filters, and 0.8 MOD motor positions.

How should this focal range be chosen?
DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Lens (0° Direct View, ARRI PL): The 18-28mm range determines framing, working distance, perspective, and how often the camera or lens must move. Compare it with adjacent ranges around the planned shot list.

Does the lens suit a crewed cinema workflow?
DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Lens (0° Direct View, ARRI PL): Yes. 43.2mm image circle, 6mm front working distance, 2.1x magnification at 28mm, 300-degree focus, 100-degree zoom, and 0.8 MOD gears. Camera assistants should still map focus, zoom, iris, support, motor, and case positions before production.

Where can I buy this DZOFILM lens in Canada?
DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Lens (0° Direct View, ARRI PL): Filmgear Canada offers Canada-wide shipping and Vancouver-based help for focal range, sensor coverage, mount, support, matte-box, motor, and lens-set planning.

Where to Buy in Canada

Buy DZOFilm X-Tract 18-28mm T8 FF Probe Zoom Lens (0° Direct View, ARRI PL) from Filmgear Canada with Canada-wide shipping and Vancouver-based help for product selection, system fit, and production planning.