DZOFilm Arles 40mm FF/VV Prime Cine Lens (PL mount, meter), is a versatile cine lens for full-frame and VistaVision cameras. With a fast T1.4 aperture, it delivers sharp imagery, smooth bokeh, and exceptional low-light performance, perfect for professional filmmakers.
The DZOFILM Arles 40mm T1.4 FF/VV Prime Cine Lens (PL Mount, Meter) is a high-performance cine lens designed for professional cinematographers seeking exceptional image quality and creative control. Engineered to cover full-frame and VistaVision sensors with a 50mm image circle, this lens is compatible with large-format cameras such as the ARRI Alexa LF, RED V-Raptor, Sony Venice, and Canon C700 FF.
Its 40mm focal length strikes a balance between wide-angle and standard perspectives, making it ideal for narrative filmmaking, commercials, documentaries, and creative projects requiring a natural field of view. Drawing inspiration from the vibrant French town of Arles, where Vincent van Gogh created some of his most iconic works, the Arles series blends technical precision with artistic expression. The fast T1.4 aperture ensures superior low-light performance and a shallow depth of field, allowing filmmakers to isolate subjects with a cinematic look. A 16-blade iris produces soft, circular bokeh, creating smooth transitions between in-focus and out-of-focus areas, enhancing the emotional impact of each frame.
The lens features advanced multi-layer nano-coating and a calibrated blue coating to minimize reflections, reduce flare, and control ghosting, delivering high-contrast, color-accurate imagery with a neutral color temperature of approximately 5000K. According to reviews from Newsshooter, the 40mm T1.4 offers good center sharpness even wide open, with noticeable improvements at T5.6, and its bokeh remains round thanks to the 16-blade iris.
The optical design includes multiple grouped elements, with aspherical and low-dispersion materials to suppress chromatic aberrations and maintain edge-to-edge clarity. Floating elements minimize focus breathing, ensuring consistent framing during focus pulls, a critical feature for cinematic storytelling. The lens’s micron-level precision manufacturing results in a compact and lightweight 1.5kg design, making it suitable for gimbals, drones, and handheld setups like the DJI Ronin 4D or Freefly Alta. The 270° focus rotation and 77° iris rotation provide precise manual control, while the 0.8 MOD gear pitch ensures compatibility with professional follow-focus systems. The Arles 40mm features a 95mm front diameter and an M86 filter thread, accommodating standard matte boxes and filters for enhanced creative flexibility.
Its durable aluminum and steel construction is dust- and weather-resistant, ensuring reliability in challenging shooting conditions. The interchangeable PL mount can be adapted to EF mounts with DZOFILM’s EF-Mount Tool Kit (sold separately), and the dual metric focus scale caters to global production needs. With a rear protrusion of 14.3mm, it is compatible with the Metabones Speed Booster Ultra 0.71x Adapter for PL lenses to Micro Four Thirds, expanding its versatility. Packaged in a protective molded case, the DZOFILM Arles 40mm T1.4 combines optical excellence, robust build quality, and practical design, making it a valuable tool for filmmakers aiming to capture stunning visuals with precision and artistry.
Features
Full-Frame and VistaVision Coverage: 50mm image circle supports large-format sensors for high-resolution imagery.
Fast T1.4 Aperture: Exceptional low-light performance and shallow depth of field for cinematic visuals.
16-Blade Iris: Produces soft, circular bokeh for smooth focus transitions.
Advanced Optical Design: Aspherical and low-dispersion elements minimize aberrations and enhance clarity.
Minimal Focus Breathing: Floating elements ensure consistent framing during focus pulls.
270° Focus Rotation: Precise manual focus control for professional accuracy.
95mm Front Diameter: Compatible with standard matte boxes and M86 filter threads.
Standard 0.8 MOD Gearing: Seamless integration with follow-focus systems and lens motors.
Lightweight Construction: 1.5kg aluminum and steel build, dust- and weather-resistant.
Interchangeable PL Mount: Adaptable to EF mounts for broader camera compatibility.
Compatibility
All Cine Cameras
ARRI ALEXA 35
ARRI ALEXA 35 Live
ARRI ALEXA Mini LF
ARRI ALEXA SXT
ARRI AMIRA
Blackmagic Design Cinema Camera 6K
Blackmagic Design PYXIS 12K
Blackmagic Design PYXIS 6K
Blackmagic Design URSA Cine 12K
Blackmagic Design URSA Cine 17K
Blackmagic Design URSA Mini 4.6K
Blackmagic Design URSA Mini 4K
Blackmagic Design URSA Mini Pro 12K
Canon EOS C200
Canon EOS C300
Canon EOS C300 Mark II
Canon EOS C500
Canon EOS C700
Canon EOS C700 FF
Canon EOS C700 GS
For.A FT-ONE
Kinefinity MAVO LF MKII
Kinefinity MAVO S35 MKII
Panasonic VariCam 35
Panasonic VariCam 35B
Panasonic VariCam LT
RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC2 BRAIN
RED DIGITAL CINEMA DSMC2 BRAIN Monochrome
RED DIGITAL CINEMA RANGER
RED DIGITAL CINEMA V-RAPTOR XL S35
RED DIGITAL CINEMA V-RAPTOR XL VV
RED DIGITAL CINEMA V-RAPTOR XL X VV
RED DIGITAL CINEMA WEAPON
Sony BURANO
Sony BURANO CineAlta Digital Cinema Camera
Sony PMW-F3
Sony PMW-F5
Sony PMW-F55
Sony SRW-9000PL
Sony VENICE 2 6K Digital Motion Picture Camera
Sony VENICE 2 8K Digital Motion Picture Camera
Sony VENICE 2 LIVE Cinematic Production Package
Sony VENICE 4K LIVE BUNDLE
Sony VENICE 6K Digital Motion Picture Camera
Z CAM E2-F6
Z CAM E2-F8
Z CAM E2-S6
In the box
DZOFILM Arles 40mm T1.4 Prime Cine Lens (PL Mount, Meter)
Front Lens Cap
Rear Lens Cap
Lens Support Base
2x Support Rod
Shims Set
Screws Set
Protective Molded Case
Specifications
Focal Length: 40mm
Aperture Range: T1.4–T22
Lens Mount: ARRI PL Mount (interchangeable with EF Mount, sold separately)
Image Circle: 50mm
Front Diameter: 95mm
Filter Thread: M86
Iris Blades: 16
Focus Rotation: 270°
Iris Rotation: 77°
Gear Pitch: 0.8 MOD
Minimum Focus Distance: 0.48m (18.9")
Optical Construction: 14 elements in 12 groups
Field of View (Diagonal): 57.4°
Dimensions (DxL): 95x121mm
Weight: 1.5kg
