ZEISS Supreme Prime Radiance 50mm T1.5 Cine Prime Lens
#3 in Cine Lenses · Rated 4.8
Radiance lineage with consistent, controllable flares
ZEISS Supreme Prime Radiance is a high-end cine lens family extending the acclaimed Supreme Prime look with a distinctive blue-coated flare character. The Radiance line maintains full-frame coverage, fast T1.5 apertures, and 300° focus rotation with a 16-blade iris for cinematic bokeh. These lenses integrate metadata pipelines (Xtended Data) and share the same compact form factor across focal lengths, enabling quick lens swaps on set. Launched to deliver a controlled flare aesthetic that remains faithful across the range, Radiance primes are popular in global film and television productions seeking a premium, cohesive look.
Features
- T1.5 maximum aperture across Radiance line
- Full-frame coverage with consistent color
- Xtended Data metadata support
- 300° focus rotation and 16-blade iris
Pros
- Signature ZEISS color and flare control
- Strong resale value and support network
- Uniform handling across focal lengths
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Limited stock at peak times