Today Only: IRIX 15mm f/2.4 Blackstone Lens (Canon EF) – $419 (reg. $599)

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Only for today (12/5/2022) B&H Photo has a $180 discount on the IRIX 15mm f/2.4 Blackstone Lens for Canon EF mount.

At a glance:

  • Canon EF-Mount/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2.4 to f/22
  • Two Aspherical Elements
  • Two ED and Three HR Elements
  • Neutrino Coating
  • Manual Focus Design with Focus Lock
  • UV Fluorescent Engraved Markings
  • Depth of Field and Focus Distance Scales
  • Weather-Sealed Magnesium Alloy Housing
  • Rounded Nine-Blade Diaphragm

Get the IRIX 15mm f/2.4 Blackstone Lens for Canon EF mount on sale at $419. Compare at $599.

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Today Only: IRIX 150mm f/2.8 Macro 1:1 Lens (Canon EF) – $449.95 (reg. $599.95)

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Only for today (10/26/2022) B&H Photo has a $150 discount on the IRIX 150mm f/2.8 Macro 1:1 lens for EF mount.

At a glance:

  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/32
  • Neutrino Coating
  • 1:1 Magnification, 1.1′ Minimum Focus
  • Manual Focus Design with Focus Lock
  • Depth of Field and Focus Distance Scales
  • Dragonfly Weather-Sealed Construction
  • Rounded 11-Blade Diaphragm

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Irix 30mm f/1.4 Lens For Canon EF Mount Announced

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A new Irix lens, the Irix 30mm f/1.4 has been announced. The lens will be available for sale in October 2021, price not yet disclosed. A Canon EF mount version will also be released.

Press release:

Irix 30mm f/1.4

Irix brand announces new photographic lens with 30mm focal length!

The newest Irix 30mm f/1.4 lens is a product based on the 30mm Cine model, and therefore intended for the much more demanding film industry market. The entire optical structure of the lens is identical in both versions – the main emphasis here is on the vividness of the image. Of course, the photographic version has a completely different housing, while retaining the optical
properties of the cine version.

Irix 30mm f / 1.4 – main features:

● Beautiful Bokeh
● Fast f/1.4 Aperture
● Rear focusing
● Weather-sealed construction
● Aperture control from the camera
● Focus confirmation on the Camera
● Compatible with PASM semi-automatic modes
● Full record of exposure parameters in EXIF
● 61,9 degree field of view
● “Focus Lock” function
● 140-degree rotation angle of the focus ring
● Reinforced internal structure
● 86mm filter mounting front thread
● Mounts: Nikon F, Canon EF, Pentax K

Optical properties

The Irix 30mm F / 1.4 features a modern optical design that includes 3 ultra-low dispersion glass elements, 2 high reflectance glass elements and one aspherical lens. There are a total of 13 elements in 11 groups that provide sharp details, vivid colors and ultra-low distortion – 0.95%. However, what deserves special attention is the smoothness and “cine look” of the image it offers. The lens is designed to work with 35mm full frame sensors. It is worth emphasizing the use of a new, 11-blade design aperture with rounded edges, which ensures a pleasant and very vivid background blur. It works in the range of f/1.4 to f/16.

DRAGONFLY Version – Characteristics

The lens housing is a continuation of the Dragonfly manufacturing standard known from earlier
Irix models (45mm and 150mm). It’s most important aspects are:

● Reinforced internal structure based on metal elements
● Scratch-resistant lens finish
● Anti-slip focusing ring with special finish for easy operating
● Engraved markings filled with UV-reactive paint
● Sealings to protect against dust and water
● Hardcase included

Focusing Ring

A special focusing ring with a characteristic shape has become a kind of hallmark of Irix 150mm and 45mm lenses. Many of our clients pay attention to the convenience it provides. The newest Irix 30mm is following same way. Special texturing and properly selected rubber material which covers it, allows for reliable and precise focusing. Dedicated emboss lets you to feel the ring’s
position. This makes focusing even easier!

“Focus Lock” function

The Focus Lock function is also a hallmark of Irix lenses – it allows you to lock the focusing ring in a specific position. It’s especially useful when you want to keep a specific distance to the photographed object (zone-focusing) or you want to keep perfect focus at infinity in landscape photography or astrophotography.

Designed for any challenge

Irix customers often use their lenses in extremely difficult conditions. Therefore, the construction of the Irix 30mm f/1.4 lens had to meet their needs. Only the best materials were used. The guarantee of operation in all conditions is ensured by a system of seals located in key places of the lens, and rear focusing – thanks to which the lens does not change its dimensions while
focusing. These properties allow not only to work in difficult conditions, but also guarantee the cleanliness of the mirror chamber and the sensor of the camera you are using.

Available mounts

The Irix 30mm f / 1.4 lens will be available with Nikon F, Canon EF and Pentax K mounts.

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Price and availability

The lens will be available for sale in October 2021, we will inform you about exact availability and pricing in a separate press release.

Irix Teaser For A New Lens That’s Coming Soon (but no specs)

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Swiss lens manufacturer Irix is teasing a new lens. We think the announcement might happen soon.

The teasers appeared on Facebook and Instagram, and a video was published on Youtube (below).

While not disclosing any specifications or other details, you are invited on Facebook to guess what the lens will be. A surprise waits for the first person that gets it right:

We’ve prepared something special for you!
Soon you’ll be able to say hello to a new member of the Irix family! What lens do you think it’ll be?

Leave a comment below; we’ve prepared a special surprise for the first person who guesses correctly!

Any idea what the upcoming Irix lens will be? Sound off in the comment section.

Irix 11mm f/4 Blackstone and Firefly Lenses Discounted Up To $100 (limited time)

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Until April 30, 2020, B&H Photo has discounts up to $100 on Irix 11mm f/4 Blackstone and Irix 11mm f/4 Firefly lenses (Canon mount).

Click here to see a list of all discounted Irix 11mm f/4 Blackstone and Irix 11mm f/4 Firefly lenses.

Irix 11mm f/4 Blackstone key features:

  • Canon EF-Mount/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/4 to f/22
  • Three Aspherical Elements
  • Two ED and Four HR Elements

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Irix Cine 11mm T4.3 Lens For Canon EF (and others) Announced

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Irix announced the Irix Cine 11mm T4.3 lens.

The new Irix Cine 11mm T4.3 will be offered in following lens mounts: Canon EF, Sony E, MFT and Arri PL. Price will be announced soon.

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Press release:

Irix Cine 11mm T4.3
into the art of cinematography

IRIX, known for high mechanical and optical quality, pleasantly presents the 11mm T4.3 – the second full frame lens from it’s new cinematography line. Enjoy the new perspective of super panoramic film shots made with Irix Cine lens!

Irix 11mm T4.3 is the second unique lens from the new Cine line. Its extremely short focal length, rectilinear image projection and the large image circle of 43.3mm (covering the full frame format) make it one of the most outstanding cine lenses on the market. Depending on the diagonal of the sensor, the lens can provide a moderate wide angle of view for classic wide-angle shots or super-panoramic 123 degree viewing angle in a 2.39:1 widescreen format. Irix 11mm T4.3 thanks to its unique parameters, provides perspective not available in film optics, thus releasing creativity in creating dynamic shots.SAR

The same, but different optics
The lens optical system is based on the new optical formula, developed especially for cinematic purpose. It consists of 16 optical elements, which four are made with high refractive index (HR) glass, three other have aspherical surfaces and last two are made with low-dispersion glass (ED). The use of large front lens and other special glass elements provides crisp cinematic shots in a resolution up to 8K while keeping the focus “breathing” effect at the lowest level. The lens offers large maximum T number of 4.3 which can be reduced to T22, thanks to rounded shape of iris blades.

Functional and highly innovative
When designing the lens mechanical system of 11mm T4.3, we used newly developed technical solutions that have been successfully implemented in the Irix Cine 150mm T3.0 lens. The new Multi Start Thread focusing mechanism allows quiet and precise focusing even under adverse weather conditions such as rain, humidity or extreme temperatures. The focusing geared ring rotates 180 degrees and depending on the lens version, has focusing scale with metric or imperial units.

Thanks to the another innovative solution like adaptive ring, the Irix Cine 11mm T4.3 ensures great ergonomics of operation both by hand and with follow focus mechanism. Moreover, despite of the very short optical system layout, geared rings of focus and aperture were placed at the same height as in other Irix Cine lenses – all for better ergonomics and more intuitive use.

The exceptional functionality are a distinctive feature of all Irix products. The same applies to the Irix Cine 11mm T4.3, whose extremely compact design (weights 1,1 kg) has been also equipped with an innovative Magnetic Mount System for accessories. The MMS system allows quick and easy attachment of variety dedicated accessories. The lens hood included in the kit with the lens is the first element of the MMS system. The system will be expanded with further accessories in the future.

Prepared for all weather conditions
The ultra wide field of view of the Irix 11mm T4.3 means that its natural work environment is outdoor. It’s durable magnesium housing and numerous rubber seals guarantee the safety of both the optical system and the camera sensor in an every weather conditions.

Designed to work in accordance with film industry standards
The 11mm T4.3 is another lens of the Irix Cine line that proves that newest technical solutions can perfectly harmonize with well-established film industry standards. The lens has a front flange with a diameter of 95mm and geared rings in the Mod 0.8 standard, which ensures its compatibility with most cine gear accessories. Attention to maintaining the standard also applies to the family of Irix cine lenses whose geared rings are in the same position and have unified rotation angle.

Irix Cinematic
The new line of Irix Cine Lenses is created in close cooperation with professional filmmakers; their ideas and suggestions were an important factor in the design process. The designers earlier experience in the field of photography led us to create new and better solutions for the Irix Cine products.

Available camera mounts
The new Irix Cine 11mm T4.3 will be offered in following lens mounts: Canon EF, Sony E, MFT and Arri PL.

Price and availability
The price and availability of the Irix Cine 11mm T4.3 lens will be announced shortly.

[via 4/3 Rumors]