Is the Fujinon ZK14-35mm 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 premium documentary, advertising, fiction and high-pace shoots looking for a cinematic look.
What sensor coverage does the Fujinon Cabrio 14-35mm have?
The manufacturer specifies Super 35 coverage within the ZK 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 0.6m and, by activating the macro function, it is reduced to 0.33m. 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 (for example 14-35, 19-90 and 85-300). In addition, the 111mm filter thread allows screw-in filters when looking for a very light rig.
Does the Fujinon 14-35mm maintain T2.9 throughout the range?
Yes. According to the official FUJIFILM datasheet for the ZK2.5x14, the aperture is constant T2.9 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 ZK2.5x14 specifications shown here (14–35mm focal length, T2.9 T-stop, 0.6m M.O.D. with 0.33m macro, focus/zoom/iris rotations, number of blades, diameters and weight) have been cross-checked against the manufacturer's public information for the ZK Cabrio series: FUJIFILM · ZK Cabrio Series.
