FUJIFILM Corporation has announced that it will release the FUJINON XK6x20 as a new addition to the line-up of 4K-compatible digital cinema camera zoom lenses in late June. Equipped with a PL mount, the most common format for cinema cameras, the XK6x20 is a standard zoom lens that delivers T3.5 brightness for the entire zoom […]
FUJIFILM Corporation has announced that it will release the FUJINON XK6x20 as a new addition to the line-up of 4K-compatible digital cinema camera zoom lenses in late June. Equipped with a PL mount, the most common format for cinema cameras, the XK6x20 is a standard zoom lens that delivers T3.5 brightness for the entire zoom range from 20mm to 120mm.
In recent years, the need for employing visual content that utilise mild bokeh created with high image quality and shallow depth-of-field lenses in cinema cameras has increased for shooting various scenes for commercials, concerts, documentaries and dramas.
Fujifilm released the FUJINON Cine Lenses compatible with digital cinema cameras in 2002. Since then, it has provided high-resolution, high-quality lenses for digital cinema camera customers in various production sites in the cinema and broadcasting industries.
The XK6x20 digital cinema camera zoom lens offers high optical performance compatible with 4K cameras and covers a wide focal length range from 20mm to 120mm. It also realizes T3.5 brightness throughout the entire zoom range. There is no T drop and it offers comfortable operation. Various scenes can be shot with this single lens.
The XK6x20 is equipped with a detachable drive unit for electric zooming and focusing that is a popular function with existing products. It also features 0.8mm gear pitch for compatibility with standard cine accessories.
Fujinon lenses, offered by Fujifilm, are recognised for their advanced optical performance, contributing to latest imaging progress through their applications in the production of TV programs, movies and commercials throughout the world. Tapping into its optical, high-precision processing and assembly technologies that have been nurtured over the years, Fujifilm will continue to develop and supply cutting edge products that exceed the diverse needs of production requirements.
This product is to be showcased at NAB 2016.