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Ensō Prime Lenses
USER MANUAL
December 2024 • 1.0 • English
D45 1000 8872

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  • Page 1 Ensō Prime Lenses USER MANUAL December 2024 • 1.0 • English D45 1000 8872...
  • Page 3 In no event shall ARRI or its subsidiaries be liable for or have a remedy for recovery of any special, direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, including, but not limited to lost...
  • Page 4 The information and intellectual property contained herein is confidential between ARRI and the client and remains the exclusive property of ARRI. If you find any problems in the documentation, please report them to us in writing. ARRI does not warrant that this document is flawless.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Technical Data ............................24 Ensō Prime Lenses ..........................24 Ensō Vintage Elements........................27 Use of ARRI Ensō Vintage Elements with ARRI Cameras and Lenses..........28 Compatibility Information........................28 Handling of In-camera Filter of LPL Mount for ARRI ALEXA .............. 29 Shimming and Compensation for Ensō...
  • Page 6 12.2 Storage..............................46 12.3 Storage Boxes............................. 48 13 Spare Parts ..............................49 14 Product Range of Ensō Lenses and Ensō Vintage Elements ..............50 14.1 Technical Drawings Ensō Prime Lenses.pdf..................54 15 ARRI Service Contacts ..........................70 Ensō Prime Lenses User Manual...

  • Page 7: About This Document

    Our advanced service training courses are designed to transfer detailed knowledge about how to service and repair all types of ARRI products and give you permanent access to detailed service instructions, special tools and service parts. To learn more, please visit...

  • Page 8: Intended Use

    1 | About This Document 1.3 Intended Use ARRI Ensō Prime Lenses and Enso ̄ Vintage Elements are a range of professional lenses and accessories for cameras. NOTICE All versions of the Ensō Prime Lenses and its accessories are intended exclusively for professional use.

  • Page 9: About This Product

    Great care has been taken to balance the many optical parameters defining the native Enso ̄ look, which is sharp and true, yet gentle and natural. But for projects that require a different look, ARRI provides the Enso ̄ Vintage Elements— interchangeable optics that attach magnetically to the back of Ensō...

  • Page 10: Arri Ensō Prime Layout

    ARRI Ensō Prime Lenses have been designed and priced to appeal to a wide range of image- makers, no matter where they are in their creative journeys. Choosing Enso ̄ s is about making a safe, long-term investment in lenses that will be versatile and trustworthy career companions.

  • Page 11: Arri Ensō Vintage Elements Layout

    About This Product | 2 2.3 ARRI Ensō Vintage Elements Layout LDS-2 Contacts Magnets 2.4 Contents of ARRI Ensō Prime Core Set 1x Ensō Welcome Pack 1x Optical Cleaning Cloth 2x Velcro Tab – Ensō Prime 18/T2.1 2x Velcro Tab – Ensō Prime 24/T2.1 2x Velcro Tab –...

  • Page 12: Identification Of Ensō Prime Lenses

    All Ensō Prime Lenses have dedicated engravings to identify the focal length as well as the T-stop information of the lens. The encoded information of ARRI's GS1 GTIN code differs from the usual ARRI product barcode labels. The GTIN number and lens serial number are...
  • Page 13 GS1 standard. The GS1 barcode or data matrix code can be scanned with appropriate barcode scanners. The encoded information of ARRI's GS1 GTIN code differs from the usual ARRI product barcode labels. Identification of Ensō Vintage Elements Type The Ensō...

  • Page 14: Safety Instructions

    3 | Safety Instructions 3 Safety Instructions 3.1 Safety Conventions and Product Labels These instructions use safety instructions, warning symbols and signal words to draw your attention to different levels of risk: WARNING WARNING indicates a possibly imminent danger. If not avoided death or serious injury may result.

  • Page 15: General Safety Instructions

    Change camera lenses only in a dry and dust-free environment. If this is not possible, take extra care that no dust enters the camera while the lens is off Contact ARRI Service to examine the lens and/or camera if undefined spots show in the image. 3.3 Certifications and Safety Standards ARRI is committed to providing our customers with safe and environmentally friendly products that are compliant with the European Union RoHS and the European Union REACH regulation.

  • Page 16: Mounting And Operation

    4 Mounting and Operation 4.1 LPL Mount ARRI Ensō Prime Lenses are equipped with the ARRI LPL lens mount. The ARRI LPL lens mount supports the ARRI Lens Data System LDS-2, which is included in all ARRI Ensō lenses. Cameras with a PL mount can be refitted with an LPL mount.

  • Page 17: To Mount The Lens

    Do not use on PL mount cameras! LPL lenses can only be used on cameras with LPL mounts. Mounts on many ARRI cameras are easily replaced by the user. Contact your local ARRI dealer to obtain the appropriate LPL mount for your camera.

  • Page 18: Front Rings For Ensō Prime 10.5 Mm And 14 Mm

    4 | Mounting and Operation NOTICE The lens is designed to be used with an accessory attached, even if it is an empty Ensō Prime Net Holder. The only exception applies when using a lens with the 1.4x or 2.0x Ensō Extender. In this case the Ensō...

  • Page 19: Lens Support

    Mounting and Operation | 4 3. Rotate the mounting ring clockwise until it is tighten and no further rotation is possible. Rotate the mounting ring clockwise Rotate the mounting ring counter-clockwise to lock the front ring. to un-lock the front ring. WARNING Risk of Damage Do not place the lens face down without a front ring installed.

  • Page 20: Ensō Extender 1.4X And 2.0X Installation

    4 | Mounting and Operation The vertical position of the lens support mount from the optical center of the lens is illustrated below. 52.5 mm 3/8 - 16 UNC 2.07 in 4.6 Ensō Extender 1.4x and 2.0x Installation Remove the Ensō Prime Net Holder or any other accessory from the rear of the lens. Transfer the accessory to the rear of the 1.4x or 2.0x Ensō...

  • Page 21: Focus And Iris Ring

    (removable) 4.7 Focus and Iris Ring ARRI Ensō Prime Lenses are designed with precise control features to meet the needs of professional film and video production. Below is an explanation of the primary functionalities of the focus and iris rings on Ensō Prime Lenses: Focus Ring The focus ring on an Ensō...
  • Page 22 4 | Mounting and Operation Both the iris and focus scales are readable from both sides of the lens, allowing operators to view settings from either the camera-right or camera-left side. The focus and iris scales are calibrated at ambient temperature. They can be adjusted continuously in the given ranges. NOTICE After a long storage period of the lens or exposure to low temperatures, move the focus and iris rings several times before using the lens to ensure proper movement.

  • Page 23: Lds-2 Lens Metadata

    LDS-2 Lens Metadata | 5 5 LDS-2 Lens Metadata At any given time, ARRI Ensō Prime Lenses provide the camera with metadata that describes the state of the lens. High data rates allow for frame-accurate metadata at high speeds. Absolute encoders eliminate the need for calibration resulting in faster and smoother lens changes.

  • Page 24: Technical Data

    6 | Technical Data 6 Technical Data 6.1 Ensō Prime Lenses ARRI Ensō Prime 10.5/T2.8 14/T2.5 18/T2.1 21/T2.1 Optical Parameters Focal Length 10.5 mm 14 mm 18 mm 21 mm T-Stop T2.8 – T22 T2.5 – T22 T2.1 – T22 T2.1 –...
  • Page 25 Technical Data | 6 ARRI Ensō Prime 24/T2.1 28/T2.1 32/T2.1 40/T2.1 Size of Object Field for LF 157,5 mm / 109,7 146,1 mm / 101,7 156,5 mm / 109,0 152,6 mm / 106,2 Open Gate mm / 191,9 mm mm / 177,9 mm...
  • Page 26 6 | Technical Data ARRI Ensō Prime 150/T2.5 250/T2.8 250/T2.8 250/T2.8 1.4x Extender 2.0x Extender Optical Parameters Focal Length 150 mm 250 mm 350 mm 500 mm T-Stop T2.5 – T22 T2.8 – T22 T4 – T22 T5.8 – T22 MOD from sensor plane 770 mm / 30.5’’...

  • Page 27: Ensō Vintage Elements

    Technical Data | 6 6.2 Ensō Vintage Elements Focal length, image circle and T-stop change When using Ensō Vintage Elements with Ensō Prime Lenses, some basic parameters of the lens system will change. Like a „weak extender “, the focal length of the base lens as well as the size of the projected image and the aperture will change.

  • Page 28: Use Of Arri Ensō Vintage Elements With Arri Cameras And Lenses

    7 Use of ARRI Ensō Vintage Elements with ARRI Cameras and Lenses 7.1 Compatibility Information As illustrated in the compatibility chart below, ARRI Ensō Vintage Elements can basically be used with all ARRI camera systems. However, for some camera models important precautions must be taken to ensure compatibility.

  • Page 29: Handling Of In-Camera Filter Of Lpl Mount For Arri Alexa

    Use of ARRI Ensō Vintage Elements with ARRI Cameras and Lenses | 7 CAUTION A use of an ALEXA Mini or AMIRA which is not converted for use with Leica M-Mount lenses will prevent the lens from seating properly and may damage the Ensō Vintage Element.
  • Page 30 7 | Use of ARRI Ensō Vintage Elements with ARRI Cameras and Lenses Insertion of In-camera Filter • Make sure the filter (2) is clean and the filter insertion tool is in the 12 o’clock position (1). • Place the next filter onto the bottom ring in the camera’s LPL mount.

  • Page 31: Shimming And Compensation For Ensō Vintage Elements

    In the past, a proper shimming of the lens was necessary in order to compensate for those focus shifts. Otherwise, the lens information provided via LDS-2 would deliver inaccurate focus values. However, with the next SUP of the ALEXA 35 and Hi-5, ARRI introduces a new feature which is called “Diopter Compensation”.

  • Page 32: Shimming Of Lpl Mount

    8 | Shimming and Compensation for Ensō Vintage Elements 8.1 Shimming of LPL Mount CAUTION When removing the LPL mount you will find the previously installed shims underneath. It is advisable to mark these shims to make returning to the original configuration easier. The pre- installed shims must remain on the lens.
  • Page 33 Shimming and Compensation for Ensō Vintage Elements | 8 The recess of the LDS contact block from the mount surface must have a gap of maximum 0,3 mm (see image below). If this is not the case, no LDS data will be transferred from the lens to the camera! The table below gives an overview in which cases LDS shims need to be attached to the LDS contact block and in which cases no shimming is required.

  • Page 34: Shimming Tools

    8.4 How to Use the Torque Screwdriver Insertion of the bit into the bit hole of the screwdriver Adjustable torque screwdriver with Remove the screwdriver and bit from the ARRI Torx bit TX6x65 Ensō Vintage Elements case. Mount the bit into the end of the screwdriver, ensuring that the bit is fully inserted.
  • Page 35 Shimming and Compensation for Ensō Vintage Elements | 8 Adjust the Correct Torque Hold the fluted part of the adjusting ring with your fingers and turn the locking ring counterclockwise to unlock it. Unlock Lock ring The unit of the torque is displayed in centinewton meter (cN*m). The required torque values you need to set to tighten the screws of the LPL mount and the LDS contact block are listed below.

  • Page 36: Shimming Prodecure

    8 | Shimming and Compensation for Ensō Vintage Elements Hold the handle firmly and turn the screwdriver clockwise to tighten the screws completely. Tightening is complete when the screwdriver slips, and you feel a click and hear a click sound. The torque value will not change even if you continue to turn the driver to let it slip again.
  • Page 37 Shimming and Compensation for Ensō Vintage Elements | 8 • Use the adjustable torque screwdriver to remove the 2 Torx screws of the LDS contact block. CAUTION You will find the previously installed shim underneath. It is advisable to mark this shim to make returning to the original con- figuration easier.

  • Page 38: Ensō Creative Adapter

    9 | Ensō Creative Adapter 9 Ensō Creative Adapter The Ensō Creative Adapter is designed to give filmmakers an unprecedented level of creative flexibility with their Ensō lenses. Just like the Ensō Prime Net Holder or Ensō Vintage Elements, the Creative Adapter attaches seamlessly to the back of an Ensō...

  • Page 39: Set Up Of The Ensō Creative Adapter

    Ensō Creative Adapter | 9 9.2 Set up of the Ensō Creative Adapter To secure a fabric or filter material into your Ensō Creative Adapter, follow these steps carefully. Ensuring the correct Retaining Ring and orientation will make setup smooth and prevent issues when removing the ring later.
  • Page 40 9 | Ensō Creative Adapter 2. Position the Retaining Ring for Securing. Orient the Retaining Ring correctly. Ensure that the Retaining Ring’s dot marking is facing upward, toward you. This is important because the laser-marked dots and matching tool recesses are on the same side. CAUTION If you place the Retaining Ring with the dot facing down, securing it may make it very difficult to remove later due to the absence of tool recesses on the opposite side.

  • Page 41: Velcro Tabs

    Velcro Tabs | 10 10 Velcro Tabs ® Each Ensō Prime lens is supplied with two Velcro tabs. A Velcro tab contains essential information specific to an individual Ensō Prime lens, including the focal length, T-stop, and close focus distance. These Velcro tabs are designed to serve as quick-reference labels and are easily attachable to the exterior of lens cases.

  • Page 42: To Remove Velcro Tabs

    10 | Velcro Tabs ® 3. You can attach the hook of the Velcro strip onto the loop right away. Just keep in mind that the ® Velcro adhesive base needs 24 hours to achieve its strongest adhesion. If you are concerned about the glue coming loose, wait at least one day before attaching and removing hooks from the loop.

  • Page 43: Cleaning

    Use manual air blowers and clean antistatic brushes. Place the lens or element on a clean, soft surface or a clean ARRI Optics Cleaning Cloth. It may be difficult to clean an optical surface without streaks and non-volatile residues when the relative humidity exceeds 65%.

  • Page 44: Cleaning Procedure For Lenses

    ARRI Optical Cleaning Cloth. If you decide to do so, avoid saliva droplets on the surface and do not firmly wipe dry parts of the optical surface. If the surface is still not clean, repeat the cleaning sequence.

  • Page 45: Transportation, Storage And Disposal

    • ARRI Ensō Prime Lenses are delivered in a rugged transportation case. Always store and transport the lenses in the delivered storage cases. The case should always be used when shipping a lens to an ARRI Service Center.

  • Page 46: Storage

    High-impact Polyehylene (PE-HD) Cases ARRI Ensō Prime Lenses and accessories are shipped in two different case sizes, each tailored to ensure optimal protection and organization for your lenses. Below are the guidelines for how each lens or lens kit will be packed.
  • Page 47 Concept of Foam Insert Every ARRI case is lined with a two-layer foam insert. A hard foam interior layer holds the contents firmly in place while a soft foam exterior layer absorbs and distributes impact forces. The foam inserts in the Case Large for Ensō Prime Lenses and Case Small for Ensō Prime Lenses are designed to securely hold individual lenses while allowing flexibility in configuration.

  • Page 48: Storage Boxes

    12 | Transportation, Storage and Disposal 12.3 Storage Boxes The storage boxes for the Ensō Vintage Elements, as well as for the Ensō Creative Adapter, Retaining Rings and Shim Set all have the same size and opening mechanism. The storage boxes are covered with a sticker indicating the content of the box.

  • Page 49: Spare Parts

    Spare Parts | 13 13 Spare Parts Please visit our website www.arri.com: • for product information & data sheets • for software updates • to locate your local dealer for Warranty / Repair / Spare part inquiries. Ensō Prime Lenses User Manual...

  • Page 50: Product Range Of Ensō Lenses And Ensō Vintage Elements

    K2.0050483 ARRI Ensō Prime Set Case 47, 75, 105 1x KK.0049815 ARRI Ensō Vintage Elements Kit: ARRI Ensō VE 100P / VE 200P / VE 350P / VE 100N / VE 200N / VE 350N ARRI Ensō Creative Adapter + Retaining Rings ARRI Ensō...
  • Page 51 Product Range of Ensō Lenses and Ensō Vintage Elements | 14 1x KK.0049815 ARRI Ensō Vintage Elements Kit: ARRI Ensō VE 100P / VE 200P / VE 350P / VE 100N / VE 200N / VE 350N ARRI Ensō Creative Adapter + Retaining Rings ARRI Ensō...
  • Page 52 ARRI Ensō Prime 40/T2.1 F KK.0053522 ARRI Ensō Prime 40/T2.1 M KK.0053524 Includes: - Case Small for ARRI Ensō Prime Lenses ARRI Ensō Prime 47/T2.1 F Ensō Prime Core Set ARRI Ensō Prime 47/T2.1 M Ensō Prime Core Set Includes: - Case Small for ARRI Ensō...

  • Page 53: Technical Drawings Ensō Prime Lenses.pdf

    Product Range of Ensō Lenses and Ensō Vintage Elements | 14 ARRI Ensō Vintage Elements Kit Ensō Prime Core Set Includes: 1x ARRI Ensō VE 100P 1x ARRI Ensō VE 200P 1x ARRI Ensō VE 350P 1x ARRI Ensō VE 100N 1x ARRI Ensō...
  • Page 54 ARRI Prime 10.5/T2.8 & 14/T2.5 (with Front Ring 134 mm) Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Overview Left Exchangeable 185 mm Front Ring 7.28 in 141 mm 5.55 in LDS-2 Contacts 10 mm 7.2 mm...
  • Page 55 ARRI Prime 10.5/T2.8 & 14/T2.5 (with Front Ring 134 mm) Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Right Rear Exchangeable LPL Mount Front Ring LDS-2 LDS-2 Contacts Contacts Prime Net Holder (EP/NH) removeable...
  • Page 56 ARRI Prime 10.5/T2.8 & 14/T2.5 (with Front Ring 156 mm) Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Overview Left 185 mm 7.28 in Exchangeable 141 mm Front Ring 5.55 in LDS-2 Contacts 10 mm 7.2 mm...
  • Page 57 ARRI Prime 10.5/T2.8 & 14/T2.5 (with Front Ring 156 mm) Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Right Rear Exchangeable LPL Mount Front Ring LDS-2 LDS-2 Contacts Contacts Prime Net Holder (EP/NH) removeable...
  • Page 58 ARRI Prime Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Overview Left 178.8 mm 7.04 in 117 mm 4.61 in LDS-2 Contacts 10 mm 7.2 mm 44 mm 0.39 in 0.28 in 1.73 in 70.3 mm...
  • Page 59 ARRI Prime Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Right Rear LPL Mount LDS-2 LDS-2 Contacts Contacts Prime Net Holder (EP/NH) removeable Rear Part Iris Ring Focus Ring Bottom LDS-2 Contacts...
  • Page 60 ARRI Prime Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Overview Left 167 mm 6.57 in 123 mm 4.84 in LDS-2 Contacts 10 mm 7.2 mm 44 mm 0.39 in 0.28 in 1.73 in 70.3 mm...
  • Page 61 ARRI Prime Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Right Rear LPL Mount LDS-2 LDS-2 Contacts Contacts Prime Net Holder (EP/NH) removeable Rear Part Iris Ring Focus Ring Bottom LDS-2 Contacts...
  • Page 62 ARRI Prime 150/T2.5 Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Overview Left 196 mm 7.72 in 152 mm 5.98 in LDS-2 Contacts 10 mm 7.2 mm 44 mm 0.39 in 0.28 in 1.73 in 70.3 mm...
  • Page 63 ARRI Prime 150/T2.5 Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Right Rear LPL Mount LDS-2 LDS-2 Contacts Contacts Prime Net Holder (EP/NH) removeable Rear Part Iris Ring Focus Ring Bottom LDS-2 Contacts...
  • Page 64 ARRI Prime 250/T2.8 Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Overview Left 251 mm 9.88 in 207 mm 8.15 in LDS-2 Contacts 10 mm 7.2 mm 44 mm 0.39 in 0.28 in 1.73 in 70.3 mm...
  • Page 65 ARRI Prime 250/T2.8 Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Right Rear LPL Mount LDS-2 LDS-2 Contacts Contacts Prime Net Holder (EP/NH) removeable Lens Support Iris Ring Focus Ring Rear Part Bottom LDS-2...
  • Page 66 ARRI Extender 1.4x Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Overview Left 16.9 mm 28.2 mm LDS-2 0.67 in 1.11 in Contacts Prime Net Holder (EP/NH) removeable LPL Mount Right 34.11 mm 1.34 in...
  • Page 67 ARRI Extender 2.0x Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Overview Left 16.9 mm 38.6 mm 0.67 in 1.52 in LDS-2 Contacts Prime Net Holder (EP/NH) removeable LPL Mount Right 44.45 mm 1.75 in...
  • Page 68 ARRI Vintage Elements & Creative Adapter Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Overview Left The lens element of the VE 350P protrudes beyond the edge of the filter (see drawing) 14 mm 9.03 mm...
  • Page 69 ARRI Creative Adapter, Retaining Rings & Retaining Ring Tool Technical Data are subject to change without notice PRIME LENS DIMENSIONS Version 202 4-11 Retaining Ring Tool Overview Creative Adapter (Left) 14 mm 0.55 in 7.65 mm 0.3 in Front 53,2 mm...

  • Page 70: Arri Service Contacts

    15 | ARRI Service Contacts 15 ARRI Service Contacts Please see the current list of service partners at service contacts. Arnold & Richter Cine Technik GmbH & Co. ARRI Inc. / East Coast Betriebs KG 617 Route 303 Herbert-Bayer-Str. 10...
  • Page 71 ARRI Service Contacts | 15 ARRI CT Limited / London ARRI Hong Kong Limited 2 Highbridge, Oxford Road 26/F Gravity, 29 Hing Yip Street UB8 1LX Uxbridge Kwun Tong, Hong Kong United Kingdom P. R. China +44 1895 457 000 +852 2571 6288 service@arri-ct.com...

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