Fujinon recently released the native Sony E-mount MK 18-55mm cinema zoom as an “ultra-compact, and 2 lb, 2 oz lightweight design lens that meets the needs of Super35 and APS-C sensor cameras.” The lens features “outstanding optical performance and low distortion with T2.9 speed across the entire zoom range, as well as fully manual lens rings for focus, zoom, and iris.”

As a documentary cinematographer, I am constantly struggling to decide which lenses I want in my kit for any given project. The options over the years have ranged from minimal to overwhelming. In the beginning, I was mostly restricted to DSLR-style lenses to interface with my EF or Sony E-mount cameras.

Fujifilm today launched two exciting new cinema zoom lenses: the FUJINON MK18-55mm T2.9 and MK50-135mm T2.9. The two lenses are the first of the new MK series and look to be a great fit for emerging shooters and DPs who need coverage of the most useful focal length ranges for Sony E-mount Super35-sized sensor cameras (similar to the APS-C sensor size in the DSLR world).

Fujifilm has announced their latest cine zoom lens, and the first in the new "XK" category, the Cabrio XK6x20.

For sports, nature or any other application requiring an extremely long zoom range, equipment choices usually involve very large, heavy, and expensive lenses. While S35 sensor cameras brought huge improvements in sensitivity and dynamic range, the larger image circle posed several problems when looking for a portable lens with a high zoom ratio. However, it's now possible to achieve an extended zoom range in a considerably smaller package.

Expanding on the 17-120mm Cine-Servo lens introduced at NAB, Canon has just announced the new CN20x50 IAS, which features a whopping focal length range of 50mm-1000mm at T5.0 to T8.9.

Deciding on the perfect zoom lens isn't always easy, but we've created this chart to make the job a little easier. You can compare lenses based on weight, image coverage, maximum aperture, budget and more. Download the latest version of the chart.

Today Fujinon introduced the newest member of their popular Cabrio family of lenses; the all-purpose Premier PL 25-300mm (ZK12x25).While not as lightweight as the other Cabrios, the versatile 12x zoom ratio and constant aperture of T3.5 from 25-273mm (gradual ramp to T3.85 from 274-300mm) will surely feel at home on any set and compliments the existing lenses.

Canon has just announced the newest addition to its Cinema Lens lineup, the Cine-Servo CN7x17 KAS S, and we were lucky enough to spend some time it. While sharing the naming convention of a traditional ENG lens, this new 4K Super35 lens shares the same heritage as the popular Cinema Zooms with a versatile 17mm - 120mm (T2.95-3.9) range.