Description

Introducing the DZOFILM X-tract 18-28mm 0°/90°/360°

The DZOFILM X-tract 18-28mm 0°/90°/360° is a premium kit of three complete cine zoom lenses, specially designed for professional shoots demanding extreme flexibility. Unlike the modular version, each lens in the kit has its own independent barrel, ensuring quick setup and optimal efficiency on set.

Each lens covers a focal length range of 18 to 28 mm , with a constant aperture of T8 to T45 , and an image circle of ø43.2 mm , ideal for full-frame sensors . They all feature a PL mount , with an EF option available.

Three perspectives, three independent tools

The DZOFILM X-tract complete kit includes the following three full versions:

• X-tract 0° (Direct View) : straight lens offering the best image quality in the range, ideal for classic shots, macros and fiction.

• X-tract 90° (Right periscope view) : 90° angled lens, designed for filming in inaccessible angles (ceilings, floors, etc.).

• X-tract 360° (Rotating periscope view) : Periscope lens with 360° image rotation, allowing dynamic effects such as barrel roll, Dutch tilt or inverted view.

Each of the three lenses has its own optical body and independent construction, allowing them to be used simultaneously on multiple cameras or rigs if necessary.

Professional optical quality on every module

• X-tract 0° : 25 elements in 18 groups

• X-tract 90° : 26 elements in 19 groups

• X-tract 360° : 27 elements in 20 groups

All incorporate 7 HRI glass and 6 ED glass for exceptional image quality, with up to 2.1x magnification , a minimum focus of 6 mm , and smooth manual controls : 300° focus, 100° zoom, and 72.1° iris.

Case studies

DZOFILM X-tract kit in multi-camera production

Since each lens is independent, it is possible to pre-install the 3 lenses on different cameras, avoiding head changes and wasted time in multicam shooting.

Product advertising and styling

With the 90° version, an operator films a perfume bottle from a low angle, skimming the surface, while the 0° version frames a frontal macro shot in ultra detail, and the 360° version performs a smooth rotation around the packaging.

VFX and slow motion

The lenses are compatible with high-speed cameras like the Phantom Flex , for ultra-immersive effects , including 360° rotation and controlled vertical movements.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Are the kit’s objectives modular or fixed?

Each lens in this X-tract kit is complete and independent, with its own barrel although the optical elements are interchangeable if needed.

2. What is the difference with the X-tract modular system?

The complete kit is ready to use, requiring no mechanical manipulation to change the head. This provides greater reliability and speed when changing cameras or configurations.

3. Can the objectives be used on automated rigs or MOCO?

Yes, thanks to the standard cinema gears (0.8 Mod), each lens is compatible with motorized rigs, robotic arms and follow-focus.

4. What type of shots are possible with the 360° version?

The 360° version allows image rotation effects (barrel roll, Dutch tilt, reverse view) thanks to a smooth 360° rear ring, ideal for dynamic effects.

5. Does the kit come with a carrying case?

Yes, the complete kit comes with a rigid carrying case, compartmentalized for the 3 lenses and their accessories.

Strong points of the DZOFILM X-tract 18-28mm 0°/90°/360°:

• Three independent lenses for immediate use in professional filming

• Exceptional optical quality with HRI/ED glass and 6mm focusing distance

• Smooth 360° image rotation with the rotating periscope version

• Precise manual controls on each lens (focus, zoom, iris)

• Optimized for full-frame sensors and multi-camera productions

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