DZOFILM Arles Zoom Lens 2-Lens Set 25-75mm + 65-180mm T2.6 (PL, Metric)

Product Video

Watch the introduction to examine the lens controls and two focal ranges, then use the demo to assess skin tones, highlight rendering and zoom moves.

DZOFILM Arles Zoom Lens 2-Lens Set 25-75mm + 65-180mm T2.6 (PL, Metric) combines the 25-75mm and 65-180mm T2.6 lenses in a hard case for wide-to-telephoto cinema coverage. Both lenses cover a 43.5mm full-frame image circle and use a parfocal optical design, giving documentary and narrative crews two matching zooms with overlapping focal ranges. This Metric (metres) set is available to order from Filmgear Canada, Vancouver's cinema lens and professional camera optics specialist, with Canada-wide shipping.

Product Overview

The set pairs a 3x 25-75mm zoom for general coverage with a 2.8x 65-180mm zoom for portraits, details and longer working distances. The shared 65-75mm range helps crews choose when to switch lenses without leaving a focal-length gap. Close focus is 0.51m on the wider zoom and 0.89m on the telephoto, measured from the sensor plane; each distance remains constant across its lens's zoom range.

The Arles optical character combines warm, natural colour with low-saturation blue coatings intended to suppress flare and ghosting. Both zooms use a 16-blade iris for rounded out-of-focus highlights and an optical design rated for up to 8K resolving power. Matching colour across the Arles family makes it easier to combine zoom coverage with prime-lens shots.

A parfocal zoom lens is particularly useful when focal length changes during a take. The quad-synchronized mechanism coordinates optical groups throughout the zoom, while minimal focus breathing helps keep focus pulls visually restrained. Set the camera flange depth and lens back focus correctly before relying on repeatable marks.

Key Features

T2.6 exposure through the zoom

The constant maximum aperture avoids an exposure ramp as you reframe within either lens's range. Full-frame coverage and the 16-blade iris give crews control over subject separation without giving up the flexibility of a cinema zoom lens.

Repeatable cine control

A 270-degree focus throw and 100-degree zoom rotation support deliberate manual moves and motor control. M0.8 gears, a 95mm front and an 86mm filter thread connect the lens to common cine accessories. The Metric (metres) markings should match the crew's distance-measurement system.

Compact optics with practical protection

Lens weights are approximately 1767g and 1782g. ED and HRI glass help control aberrations in a compact body, while dust- and moisture-resistant construction, a dirt-repellent front coating and an ultra-matte internal finish help protect image contrast. Add suitable weather protection for demanding exterior work.

How It Compares

Choose the 25-75mm for wide-to-medium coverage, the 65-180mm for tighter subjects and longer working distances, or the two-lens set for both ranges. DZOFILM Arles Zoom Lens 25-75mm T2.6 (PL, Metric) and DZOFILM Arles Zoom Lens 65-180mm T2.6 (PL, Metric) offer the other Metric configurations. The focal ranges overlap from 65mm to 75mm.

Compared with an Arles prime, the zoom makes changing composition faster without moving the camera or opening the mount. A faster prime remains useful when maximum aperture is the priority. The Arles 25mm T1.4 and Arles 75mm T1.4 provide specific same-family alternatives.

Compatible Accessories and Related Gear

For a supported Sony E-mount camera, the DZOFILM Octopus PL-to-E adapter provides the mounting route from the PL lens. Check camera clearance and support the lens on the rig. The interchangeable PL/EF design offers another mounting option; match the conversion parts to the lens before changing mounts.

Use a 95mm-compatible matte box or an 86mm threaded filter, and align M0.8 lens-control motors with the gear rings. The matching front diameter and focus/iris gear positions across the Arles family make accessory placement more consistent when changing lenses.

Who Is This For?

Choose the two-lens set for documentary packages, small narrative crews and rental kits that regularly need both wide and telephoto coverage. A hard case keeps the pair together for transport, while matching front diameters and gear positions reduce the changes needed when moving between lenses on a supported camera rig.

Who Should Choose Something Else?

Buy one focal length separately when most work falls within either 25-75mm or 65-180mm. Two zooms provide coverage, not simultaneous reframing from 25mm to 180mm through a single lens. Crews needing faster maximum apertures may prefer an Arles prime kit, while electronic-autofocus work calls for a suitable alternative.

Value Assessment

The value of this package is access to both focal ranges with matching controls and a transport case. It is most useful when a production will regularly use the telephoto as well as the wider zoom; a single lens is a smaller commitment when one range covers the work.

In the Box

• 1x DZOFILM Arles Zoom 25-75mm T2.6 lens
• 1x DZOFILM Arles Zoom 65-180mm T2.6 lens
• 2x Front caps
• 2x Rear caps
• 2x Supporting rods
• 2x Shim packs
• Screws
• 2x Screwdrivers
• 1x Warranty card
• 1x Safety hard case

Specifications

FAQ

Does the Arles 25-75mm + 65-180mm cover full-frame cameras?

Both Arles Zoom lenses cover a 43.5mm image circle at a constant T2.6 maximum aperture. That gives the two-lens package full-frame coverage from 25mm through 180mm, with a lens change between the overlapping focal ranges.

When should I choose the Arles 25-75mm + 65-180mm set?

Choose the set when a production regularly alternates between wide-to-medium compositions and telephoto framing. The 25-75mm and 65-180mm share T2.6 speed, 95mm fronts and matched gear positions, so switching focal ranges requires fewer accessory adjustments.

How does focus behave while zooming these lenses?

Both zooms are parfocal designs intended to retain focus while changing focal length. Each lens has a 270-degree focus rotation and 100-degree zoom rotation for deliberate, repeatable moves; correct camera flange depth and lens setup still matter.

Which focus scale does this Arles Zoom set use?

DZO-AZ25180M is the Metric (metres) version of the Arles 25-75mm + 65-180mm two-lens set. Choose the marking system your focus puller uses for distance measurements; the alternative scale is a separate product listing, not an interchangeable selection on this page.

What filters and follow-focus gears fit the two-lens set?

Both included zooms have a 95mm front outside diameter, an 86mm filter thread and M0.8 gears. Matching focus and iris gear positions simplify lens changes with a matte box and lens-control motors, although the final rig still needs suitable lens support.

Can I use this Arles set on a mirrorless camera?

The set is supplied in the PL configuration. Compatible DZOFILM Octopus adapters provide a route to supported mirrorless mounts, and the lenses also have an interchangeable PL/EF mount design. Select the exact adapter and check camera clearance before assembling the two-lens package.

How close can the Arles Zoom lenses focus?

The 25-75mm focuses to 0.51m / 1 ft 8 in, while the 65-180mm focuses to 0.89m / 2 ft 11 in. Both distances are measured from the camera sensor plane and remain constant throughout each zoom range.

Where can I order the Arles 25-75mm + 65-180mm set in Canada?

Order the Arles 25-75mm + 65-180mm set in Metric (metres) from Filmgear Canada in Vancouver, with Canada-wide shipping. This listing is available to order; contact the store for current allocation and delivery timing before planning a date-critical shoot.

Where to Buy in Canada

The DZOFILM Arles 25-75mm + 65-180mm Metric (metres) set is available to order from Filmgear Canada in Vancouver. We ship Canada-wide. Contact the store for current delivery timing and advice on the focal range, focus scale and camera-mount configuration before a date-critical shoot.