Leitz Cine recently expanded their HUGO series by adding three new lenses with a maximum aperture of T2.1 and offering different focal lengths to the ones already available in the kit. HUGO II is the name for these new 65mm, 75mm, and 90mm lenses. The name is due to the fact that they are slower than the previously released lenses (T1.5 T1.0 for the 50mm.) Leitz manufactures premium cine lenses for television and motion picture productions. It is a sister company to Leica and was established in 2007 in Wetzlar, Germany. The brand produces eight lines of prime and zoom lenses, and the HUGO full-frame prime lens series is among them, built on the popularity of the Leitz M 0.8 series. Don’t hesitate to check this previous article to learn more about them. The lenses are known for their sharpness wide open while preserving a smooth character due to their low contrast and natural falloff. Now, the company adds three new lenses to the series: 66mm T2.1, 75mm T2.1, and 90mm T2.1. Leitz HUGO II lenses: 66mm, 75mm and 90mm T2.1 HUGO lenses take their name from Hugo Wehrenfennig, an engineer who worked for Leica Camera. With these three new releases, the HUGO series expands its lineup to thirteen lenses, ranging from 18mm to 135mm. The HUGO II series adds three options at the long end for a different look and a smaller size and weight. The lenses are available in interchangeable LPL or L mounts. The Leitz HUGO 66mm T2.1...
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