IBC 2018: Leitz Cine Zooms 25-75mm and 55-125mm T2.8

[Brandon Veen]

Press Release: https://www.leitz-cine.com/leitz-is-expanding-into-new-territory-with-a-new-family-of-next-generation-optics/
Instagram Post: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bnsmr2VHg_V/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Best known for their prime lenses, SUMMILUX-C, SUMMICRON-C, M 0.8, and THALIA, the company Leitz, formerly known as CW Sonderoptic, is expanding into new territory with a new family of next-generation optics.

Leitz’s first preview is a set of 12 prime lenses scheduled for delivery in early 2020. Developed for full frame/VistaVision formats, the set ranges from 18 mm to 180 mm and features a T1.8 aperture.

The second preview from Leitz is a new class of zoom lenses slated for delivery in late 2019. The zooms are also designed for full frame/VistaVision coverage. The wider zoom is 25-75 mm and the longer one is 55 mm-125 mm. Both feature a consistent T2.8 aperture with no ramping throughout the range. The new lenses represent Leitz’s commitment to artistry and craftsmanship with expanded coverage for larger formats.

The set of primes and the set of zooms will both be available for pre-order directly from Leitz staff.
Visit Leitz at IBC booth 12.E79 and Cinec booth 3-C14 for more information.

These products represent the beginning of a new age of lens design and craftsmanship – The Age of Leitz.

This press release has only been out for a few hours, so no footage or anything from the show floor yet, but they look to be both a welcome addition to Leica's new lineup and to full frame cine zooms.
Somebody at IBC will have to fetch a price since I don't believe it's online anywhere yet either, along with some more info on the new primes.