Frequently Asked Questions About XK20-120mm Rental
Is the Fujinon XK20-120mm a cinema or television lens?
It is a hybrid lens: it is designed for cinema (PL mount, 0.8 gears, 200° focus rotation and 9-blade iris), but it can be operated with a drive unit/servo to work with a similar dynamic to ENG lenses. That is why it is widely used in fiction, documentary, entertainment and multi-camera with a cinematic look.
What sensor coverage does the Fujinon Cabrio 20-120mm have?
The manufacturer specifies Super 35 coverage within the XK Cabrio series, with the field of view calculated over an area of 27.45 × 15.44mm (1:1.78 ratio). If your project is Full Frame or VistaVision, we recommend asking us about the exact camera and sensor mode to validate compatibility and avoid vignetting.
What is the minimum focus distance (M.O.D.) and how does the macro work?
The M.O.D. from the sensor plane is 1.1m and, by activating the macro function, it is reduced to 0.4m. This is especially useful for close-ups and details without close-up lenses, highly valued in documentary and factual content.
What are the advantages of the 114mm front on set?
A 114mm front makes it easy to mount a standard cinema matte box and accessories, and helps unify configurations when switching between several Cabrio lenses. In addition, /i and LDS metadata compatibility allows focus, iris and zoom to be recorded in post-production.
Does the Fujinon 20-120mm maintain T3.5 throughout the range?
Yes. According to the official FUJIFILM datasheet for the XK6x20, the aperture is constant T3.5 throughout the zoom travel. This helps keep exposure and image aesthetics homogeneous when changing shots via zoom.
Which Cabrio lens to choose: 14-35, 19-90, 85-300 or 25-300?
It depends on the type of shot and shoot: the 14-35mm is a wide angle for tight spaces, moving camera, gimbal and establishing shots; the 19-90mm is the all-round standard zoom for interviews, general scenes and documentary; the 85-300mm is tele for compression, sport, nature and interviews with strong background separation; the 25-300mm is a long 12x zoom for more controlled shoots where not changing lenses is a priority.
Where do the technical specifications used on this page come from?
The XK6x20 specifications shown here (20–120mm focal length, T3.5 T-stop, 1.1m M.O.D. with 0.4m macro, focus/zoom rotations, number of blades, diameters and weight) have been cross-checked against the manufacturer's public information for the XK Cabrio series: FUJIFILM · XK Cabrio Series.
