Irix Cine 150mm T3.0 Macro PL-Mount Lens (Imperial)

Where most telephoto cine lenses force a choice between reach and close focus, this 150mm macro optic delivers true 1:1 life-size reproduction at just 0.349 m (1.14 ft) while covering full-frame sensors—no dedicated macro swap required. The fast T3.0 aperture pairs with an 11-blade iris for creamy bokeh and precise exposure control, all inside a weather-sealed aluminum-magnesium barrel built for demanding sets.

Highlights

• 150mm focal length with full-frame (43.3mm) image circle coverage
• Fast T3.0 maximum aperture for shallow depth of field and low-light work
• 1:1 maximum magnification for true macro cinematography
• PL mount with 0.8 MOD gears on focus and iris for follow focus systems
• Weather-sealed construction with three rubber seals for outdoor reliability
• Imperial focus scale markings in feet for intuitive distance setting

In daily use

The lens’s 12-element, 9-group optical design delivers sharp, high-contrast images with minimal breathing, while the 11-blade diaphragm produces smooth, circular bokeh. The focus ring rotates a full 270°, allowing fine adjustments even at macro distances where depth of field is razor-thin. The iris ring offers a 75° rotation with clickless operation, enabling silent aperture changes during takes. The aluminum-magnesium housing keeps weight manageable without sacrificing durability, and the 86mm filter thread accepts standard screw-in filters or a matte box via the 95mm front diameter.

Full specifications

• Lens type: Cine Macro Lens
• Focal length: 150mm
• Maximum aperture: T3.0
• Minimum aperture: T32
• Lens mount: PL Mount
• Image circle coverage: Full Frame (43.3mm)
• Minimum focus distance: 0.349 m (1.14 ft)
• Maximum magnification: 1:1
• Optical design: 12 elements in 9 groups
• Diaphragm blades: 11
• Filter thread size: 86mm
• Front diameter (for matte box): 95mm
• Focus ring rotation: 270°
• Aperture ring rotation: 75°
• Gear mod: 0.8 MOD (focus, iris)
• Focus scale markings: Imperial (feet)
• Weather sealing: Yes (3 rubber seals)
• Construction material: Aluminum-magnesium alloy
• Angle of view (full frame): 16.4°

Final note

For cinematographers who need extreme close-up capability without compromising on focal length or build quality, the Irix Cine 150mm T3.0 Macro PL-Mount Lens is a versatile, weather-ready tool that excels from product shots to nature films.