Thales Angénieux to Exhibit New Optimo DP 25-250mm Lens at Band Pro Open House


Optimized Performance Sets New Standard in DP Lenses



Burbank, CA РFilm and broadcast professionals can see a demonstration of Thales Ang̩nieux's powerful new lens at the Band Pro One World Open House, held from 1 to 8 pm at Band Pro's Burbank headquarters on Thursday, December 12.



Optimized for today's large format digital cameras, the new Optimo DP Series 25-250mm 10x zoom lens offers the perfect combination of zoom ratio, aperture and price that is ideal for features, TV series, documentaries and commercials.



"The legendary ratio of 25-250mm is being reborn in this brand new, modern day zoom design - joining the Optimo DP line-up and carrying on the tradition of outstanding quality and performance all Optimo zooms are famed for," said Eva Paryzka, Director of Sales, Thales Angenieux.



The lens has been designed with a complex focus group for minimal breathing and opens at T:3.5 from 25mm to 250mm constant. It fully covers the Epic M-X sensor and covers the Epic Dragon sensor on all formats below 6k plus the 6k HD format. The lens weights only 16 pounds, offering close focus of 4 ft. In addition, the 25-250mm has an integrated filter holder in the back for a 41.5mm screw in filter (or ND filter) and i/technology metadata interface. The lens is compatible with 1.4x and 2x Optimo extenders and is available in PL mount (or PV mount). It allows for on the spot mount interchange to Canon EF or Nikon F.



The Optimo DP Series line-up also includes the DP 16-42mm and 30-80mm lenses and the Optimo 3D package consisting of optically matched 16-42mm Optimo DP and/or 30-80mm Optimo DP lenses. With the addition of the new Optimo 25-250mm lens, the DP Series now covers a focal range of 16-250mm.



About Thales Angénieux

Thales Angénieux, a Thales subsidiary, is a world-renowned manufacturer of high-tech optical and optronic systems. The company specializes in zoom lenses for cinema. www.angenieux.com



About Thales

Thales is a global technology leader for the Defense & Security and the Aerospace & Transportation markets. In 2011, the company generated revenues of Euros13 billion with 67,000 employees in over 56 countries. With its 22,500 engineers and researchers, Thales has a unique capability to design, develop and deploy equipment, systems and services that meet the most complex security requirements. Thales has an exceptional international footprint, with operations around the world working with customers as local partners. www.thalesgroup.com



For more information on Thales Angenieux in the U.S., call 973-812-3858, fax 973-812-9050, e-mail angenieux@tccus.com or visit www.angenieux.com.



For more information on Thales Angenieux in the rest of the world, call +33 (0)4 77 90 78 00, fax +33 (0)4 77 90 78 03, e-mail angenieux@fr.thalesgroup.com or visit www.angenieux.com.



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