DZOFILM X‑Tract 18‑28 mm T8 probe zoom lens, especially focusing on the brand-new 360° periscope variant:
🎯 Core Features
18–28 mm full-frame zoom probe, T8 constant aperture throughout the range (dzofilm.com).
Macro capabilities: up to 2.1× magnification and ultra-close focusing—just 6 mm from the front lens (about 0.24″) (dzofilm.com).
Low distortion & focus breathing: ≤ ±2% distortion across zoom range, near-zero distortion at 24 mm, and very low breathing (~0.5%) (dzofilm.com).
Wide field of view: 100° at 18 mm, narrowing to 73° at 28 mm (bhphotovideo.com).
Parfocal with smooth control: 300° focus throw, maintains focus during zooms—ideal for Hitchcock-style dolly zoom results (dzofilm.com).
Design explanation. Credit: DZOFILM
🧭 360° Periscope Model – Creative Multi‑Axis Flexibility
Three shooting modes:
Front (0°) – 30 cm lens arm for vertical shots.
Oblique (Dutch angles) – tiltable for dynamic access.
Rear (180°) – foldable arm enabling dramatic barrel‑roll effects (bhphotovideo.com, cined.com).
Square front element + silver-coated prism improve light transmission; 360° variant offers ~71.7% relative illumination—better than traditional probe lenses (~54.9%) (cined.com).
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| X-tract, 360° Periscope. Credit: DZOFILM |
💪 Rugged Build & Durability
Built tough: aerospace-grade aluminum with 25 µm anodized coating; tested from –30 °C to +70 °C (dzofilm.com).
Weatherproof: IP57-rated (submersible to 28 cm). Hydrophobic and anti-fog front element (dzofilm.com).
Compact & stable: about 1.09‑1.14 kg (2.4 lb) and narrow diameter (~30 mm) ideal for tight spaces .
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| DZOFILM X-Tract family. Credit: DZOFILM |
🎬 Use-Cases & Availability
Applications: Perfect for macro cinematography—tabletop, product, insect, water droplets, sci‑fi, commercials, nature docs (cined.com).
Formats & kits:
0° direct view, 90° version, and new 360° periscope.
Shipping from June 12, 2025; standalone 360° lens ~$3,999, kits available up to ~$9,799 (cined.com).
✅ Bottom Line
The DZOFILM X‑Tract series redefines probe zoom lenses by combining macro precision (2.1×, 6 mm working distance), wide-angle flexibility, and cinema-grade mechanics in a durable, waterproof body. The new 360° periscope variant adds unmatched creative freedom with multi-axis rotation and exceptional light performance—making it a powerful tool for filmmakers exploring intimate worlds.
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