Irix Cine 11mm T4.3 PL-mount Imperial Cinema Lens

On a cramped indie set, the director wants an extreme wide establishing shot that pulls the audience into the scene. The Irix Cine 11mm T4.3 PL-mount Imperial lens delivers an ultra-wide 120° full-frame angle of view, capturing the entire room while keeping straight lines remarkably controlled. Its manual focus and de-clicked aperture are built for follow-focus rigs, and the 180° focus throw allows precise pulls even at close distances. With a rugged, weather-sealed barrel and cinema-standard 0.8 MOD gears, this lens is ready for demanding production environments.

Key specifications

• Focal length: 11mm (full-frame coverage, 43.3mm image circle)
• Aperture range: T4.3 to T22, manual de-clicked iris with 9 rounded blades
• Lens mount: PL-mount (positive lock)
• Focus: manual, minimum focus distance 0.27m (10.6 inches), 180° throw
• Iris: manual, 75° throw, cinema-standard 0.8 MOD gear
• Optical design: 16 elements in 15 groups
• Front diameter: 95mm
• Weather sealing: 3 rubber seals (dust and moisture resistant)
• Focus scale markings: Imperial (feet/inches)
• Filter compatibility: magnetic mount for Irix Edge MMS filters

Why choose it

This lens is part of Irix's Cine line, designed for professional cinematography. Its ultra-wide 11mm focal length offers an expansive perspective that is ideal for establishing shots, tight interiors, and dramatic landscapes. The PL-mount ensures compatibility with a wide range of cinema cameras, and the robust construction with weather sealing means it can handle challenging shooting conditions.

Ideal use cases

• Establishing shots in film and television production
• Tight interior scenes where space is limited
• Dramatic landscape and architectural cinematography
• Documentary work requiring a wide perspective
• Music videos and commercial shoots with follow-focus systems

Good to know

The lens features a 95mm front diameter, allowing the use of matte boxes and standard cinema accessories. The de-clicked aperture enables smooth exposure changes during a shot, essential for professional filmmaking. The imperial focus scale is clearly marked for precise manual focusing, and the magnetic filter mount offers quick swapping of Irix Edge MMS filters without threading.