Irix
The Irix Cine 30mm T1.5 is a full‑frame cinema lens offering a fast T1.5 aperture, weather‑sealed aluminum/magnesium construction, and a compact 1.1‑1.2 kg design. It targets professional video production, delivering smooth bokeh and low focus breathing while supporting a wide range of camera mounts.
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$1,195.00
Average
$1,182.61
Lowest
$1,000.00
Highest
$1,491.16
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers commend the Irix Cine 30mm T1.5 for its fast aperture, minimal focus breathing, low distortion, and solid build quality, noting that it delivers very good sharpness and contrast when stopped down to T2.8. However, they also point out that the lens suffers from reduced resolution, contrast, and increased flare at its widest aperture, requiring users to stop down for optimal image quality.
What Users Say
Everyday users praise the lens for its budget‑friendly cinema performance, lightweight construction, and versatile mount options, especially valuing its low‑light capabilities. Common themes include appreciation for its compactness on stabilizers and suitability for documentary and interview work, while the main complaints revolve around the need to stop down for sharpness and occasional flare or vignetting.
Common Complaints
Reduced resolution and contrast at T1.5, need to stop down to T2‑T4 for acceptable sharpness, noticeable flare, vignetting, and chromatic aberration up to T2.8, and limited comparative information for evaluating value against other cinema lenses.
How It Compares
The Irix Cine 30mm T1.5 expands Irix's lineup of cinema lenses, offering a fast aperture and solid build at a price‑competitive level, but direct side‑by‑side data with other manufacturers' 30mm cinema lenses is not provided, making it harder to gauge its performance relative to alternatives.
