Angenieux Optimo 15-40mm T2.6Return to Lenses


Optimo lightweight hand-held zoom lenses offer a superb balance between quality and agility. They are the lightest and the most compact series of cine zoom lenses in the industry and are perfectly suited for shootings requiring modern, lightweight and compact digital cameras and Steadicam work.

The 15-40mm Optimo has the following characteristics:

  • Superb image quality from T2.6 open aperture 
  • Compact and very light at 4.2lbs
  • Perfect homogeneity of color, contrast and resolution with low distortion
  • No ramping, minimal breathing
  • Internal focus, internal zoom, constant lens volume
  • Precise and ergonomic focus ring with scale rotation of 320 degrees & over 50 focus marks.
  • Adapted to extreme production environments (back focus temperature compensation system from -20°C to +45°C)
  • Compatible with Optimo 1.4x and 2x extenders:
    • 21-58mm T3.7 (with 1.4x)
    • 30-80mm T5.2 (with 2x)
  • Image coverage: S35+ (Ø 31.4 mm), expanded to Ø 35 mm when used with Optimo extenders

15-40mm T2.6 Angenieux Optimo

Zoom Ratio – 2.7X

T-Stop Range - T2.6-22

Close Focus from Lens Front - 2'

Maximum Angle of View** Horizontal @ 15mm - 73° / @40mm – 31.2°

Lens Font Diameter - 114mm

Weight - 4.2 lbs

** Horizontal angle of view for an Academy 35 camera aperture (dimensions 22mm x 16mm)

  • Angenieux Optimo 15-40mm T2.6
  • 19mm Lens Support
  • (2) 12" - 19mm Rod
  • Case

Make: Angenieux
Model: Optimo
Manufacturer: Angenieux