Latin America. ARRI announced that the full range of Signature Prime lenses is available and that shipments have already begun. Known for capturing warm, soft skin tones, with exceptionally soft bokeh and delicate flares, ARRI Signature Prime lenses are the first full range of large-format lenses designed specifically for digital photography.
They make up the widest available range of large format lenses, with 16 focal depths ranging from 12 mm to 280 mm. Signature Prime covers all image circles up to 46mm, making them compatible with any ARRI or third-party camera with an LPL mount.
In a recent report to ARRI, award-winning cinematographer Roger Deakins CBE ASC BSC explained, "The image that the ALEXA LF and Signature Prime produce resembles, to my knowledge, what my eyes see more than anything I've experienced so far."
Since their launch ARRI Signature Prime lenses have been used on the sets of feature films and television series including "1917" with Roger Deakins CBE ASC BSC, "Emily in Paris" with Steven Fierberg ASC, "Just 1 Day" with Chris Doyle HKSC, "Outlander" (Season 5) with Stijn Van der Veken ASC SBC and "The Invisible Man" with Stefan Duscio ACS.
Cinematographer Adam Kimmel ASC has also used signature Prime in commercials for Audi, MG, Mercedes Benz and Jeep. Designed to operate flawlessly in the most extreme set conditions, the Signature Prime features a fast T-stop of T1.8 and a rapid degrade of focus which generates an increased sense of depth and separation.
"Arri Signature Prime is rich with a new kind of character that makes the best use of what surround display technologies bind. They are modern lenses with a timeless and natural look that will be of great importance for the next twenty years," said Thorsten Meywald, ARRI Product Manager for Optical Systems.
The look of the ARRI Signature Prime can also be customized thanks to its magnetic rear filter holder. This support allows cinematographers to create personalized looks without having to be permanently tuning in, which also damages the lenses. From glass elements that can mimic classic lenses to fishing line – which can extend bokeh and flaring – this stand allows for endless configurations.
