Angenieux EZ series vs Optimo DP or Rouge

[Evan Wunsch]

Hi all,

I was wondering if anybody out there has had hands on time with the new angenieux EZ lenses. On paper, they look very tempting, but I haven't had the occasion to test them just yet. I was wondering how they stack up next to the Optimo DP/Rouge lenses optically. I like the speed of the EZs and the versatility with the lens mount / full frame options, but if the image quality isn't there, I'm more likely to opt for used DP/Rouges. Thanks in advance for any input you might have.

 

[Dan Kanes]

I have an EZ 30-90 and it's very beautiful. Amazing control of chromatic aberration.

Eagerly awaiting my EZ 15-40.

You can rent it here:

www.cslarentals.com

 

[Linda Barzini]

The Angenieux rep told me its the exact same optical elements, just in different housing to reduce the flange. IMO, DSMC Dragons and Angenieux Optimo DP/Rouge lenses are the best buys currently available.

 

[Grzegorz Gill]

I have an EZ 30-90 and it's very beautiful. Amazing control of chromatic aberration.

Eagerly awaiting my EZ 15-40.

You can rent it here:

www.cslarentals.com

Hey Dan,
Any chance you can share some stuff you shot on your red with the ez-1. Thanks in advance!

 

[Mark K.]

Matt Allard shot some footage with the S35mm versions alongside the proper Optimos, and (not surprisingly, given the price) they didn't really hold up that well IMO - there's something quite different about the rendering. The bokeh in particular certainly isn't as pleasant.

That said, I remember someone telling me that they've been designed as full-frame lenses, with essentially a speedbooster rear element for the S35mm versions - so possibly they'll look rather nicer in their Vistavision configuration.

The price and speed of the S35mm versions is certainly enticing though.