Exapro is your trusted marketplace for used lenses under the Broadcast, Film, and Audio category. Our carefully selected inventory includes professional lenses maintained to the highest standards, delivering outstanding precision, clarity, and value.

Whether for broadcast studios, filmmaking, live events, or audio-visual production, these lenses guarantee sharpness, accurate color reproduction, and consistent performance across various lighting conditions. By investing in used lenses through Exapro, you gain access to world-class optics at a fraction of the cost of new equipment.

Explore our latest listings of used lenses on Exapro and find the right solution to upgrade your broadcast, film, or audio-visual production with confidence.

Pre-Owned Angenieux Optimo 24-290 (Feet) | Fully Serviced | Flight Case Included This industry-reference 12x Cine Zoom is equipped with a calibrated focus ring in Feet for precise focus pulling. Meticulously inspected to meet the highest production standards, it is delivered in a custom heavy-duty flight case for secure transport and storage. Expert maintenance & Warranty: fully serviced by our specialized technical lab to original Angenieux standards | 3-month warranty included Guaranteed Buy-Back Program: benefit from our exclusive repurchase commitment at any time, ensuring high residual value for your investment Precision Feet Scale: interchangeable focus ring marked in feet with over 70 precise witness marks for elite focus control Premium Protection: supplied in a professional, custom-fitted flight case to guarantee total security during international transit and on-set handling Fast Worldwide Logistics: secure packaging and express shipping to meet your production deadlines globally The Angenieux Optimo 24-290 remains the reference lens of the industry for long-range cinematic zooms. Engineered for high-end production, it delivers unrivaled optical performance across the entire range, rivaling prime lenses at equivalent focal lengths. This lens features an extremely fast aperture of T2.8 with no ramping throughout the 12x zoom range. Its internal focus design ensures a …
The lightweight and compact PL cine zoom set of two lenses Angenieux Optimo DP 16-42mm and Optimo DP 30-80mm are available in used condition, fully serviced by the technical lab & covered by a 3-month warranty. Those lenses are built for cinematic production, offering excellent design, mechanical and optical perfection. Highlights of the used Angenieux Optimo DP 16-42mm Lightweight and compact PL cinema lens for Full-frame cinema cameras Focal length from 16 to 42mm Maximum aperture of 2.8 with no ramping Comes with front and rear lens caps 320° focus rotation Calibrated focus marks in feet or meters The ideal match for the Optimo DP 30-80mm Highlights of the used Angenieux Optimo DP 30-80mm Lightweight and compact PL mount zoom lens for Full-frame cinema cameras 2.7xzoom ratio Focal length from 30 to 80mm Fast maximum aperture of 2.8 with no ramping 320° focus rotation Calibrated focus marks in feet or meters Perfect match for the Optimo DP 16-42mm
Working Condition: Very Good - Excellent working condition, no faults Physical Condition: Very Good - slight wear and/or minor scratches Reason For Sale: Excess to requirements Accessories Included: Storm iM2200 black case, with laser-cut foam insert, Lens Support, Focus Lever, Instruction Manual. Additional Information & any Notes: Excellent (as new) condition. Compact and lightweight 35mm zoom. Sharp and bright.
The cinema lenses Angenieux Optimo Style 16-40mm and Angenieux Optimo Style 30-76mm are part of a lens kit sold in showroom condition. It can be delivered worldwide Main features of the Optimo 16-40mm 4K PL Cinema lens dedicated to Super 35mm cameras Wide Angle Zoom Lens with a focal range from 16 to 40mm 2.5x Zoom Ratio with a smooth zoom Fast maximum aperture of T2.8 offering excellent image quality in low light condition T-stop T2.8 stays the same in the entire zoom range offering a regular exposure level lightweight and compact, the Optimo 16-40mm is built to last thanks to its high-quality materials Main features of the Optimo 30-76mm 4K PL Cinema lens dedicated to Super 35mm cameras Standard lens with a focal range from 30-76mm 2.5x Zoom Ratio with a smooth zoom Fast maximum aperture of T2.8 offering excellent image quality in low light condition T-stop T2.8 stays the same in the entire zoom range offering a regular exposure level lightweight and compact, the Optimo 16-40mm is built to last thanks to its high-quality materials PL Mount with Optional Mounts Available
Offer Title: Angenieux HR 25-250mm T3.5 Zoom Lens PL Mount Manufacturer: Angenieux Model: HR 25-250mm Year of Manufacture: Not specified Technical Condition: Good Description: This Angenieux HR 25-250mm T3.5 Zoom Lens features a PL mount, making it suitable for a variety of professional film and video applications. The lens is in good technical condition, ensuring reliable performance for your cinematography needs.
Product Description: Model: Angenieux EZ1 & EZ2 Condition: Used Technical Condition: Fully serviced by the technical lab to Angenieux standards, as-is, where-is Warranty: Covered by a 3-month warranty Series: Angénieux Type EZ series Design: Highly innovative modular design featuring Interchangeable Rear Optics (IRO) technology Image Formats: Compatible with S35mm and Full Frame (FF) formats Mount Options: PL mount is replaceable with Canon EF mount or Sony E mount EZ-1 Standard Lens: - Focal Length: 45-135mm T3 / f2.8 - Diagonal Frame Coverage: 46.3mm for FF/VV - Focal Length: 30-90mm T2 / f1.9 - Diagonal Frame Coverage: 30.4mm for S35 EZ-2 Wide Angle Lens: - Focal Length: 22-60mm T3 / f2.8 - Diagonal Frame Coverage: 46.3mm for FF/VV - Focal Length: 15-40mm T2 / f1.9 - Diagonal Frame Coverage: 30.4mm for S35 Features: - Dual-scale focus ring (feet and meters) - Extremely fast aperture across the entire focal range - Short Minimum Object Distance (MOD) of 0.6 m for both EZ-1 and EZ-2 - Precise and ergonomic 300° focusing ring - Available with PL mount, with easy conversion to RF, EF, or E mounts Included Accessories: Rear adapters and flight case
Offer Title: Used Angenieux EZ-1 30mm - 90mm (Used Like NEW) Manufacturer: Angenieux Ez-1 Model: Angenieux EZ-1 30mm - 90mm Year of Manufacture: Not specified Technical Condition: Good Description: This Angenieux EZ-1 lens offers a versatile focal length range of 30mm to 90mm, making it suitable for various shooting scenarios. The item is in a 'Used Like NEW' condition, ensuring high-quality performance for your photography or videography needs.
Offer Title: Used Angenieux Optimo 24mm-290mm Manufacturer: Angenieux Model: Optimo 24mm-290mm Year of Manufacture: Not specified Technical Condition: Good This Angenieux Optimo 24mm-290mm lens is available for purchase. It is in good technical condition, making it a reliable choice for your filming needs.
Offer Title: Used Angenieux Optimo 29-76 Zoom Lens Manufacturer: Angenieux Model: Optimo 29-76 Zoom Lens Year of Manufacture: Not specified Technical Condition: Good Description: This used Angenieux Optimo 29-76 Zoom Lens is in like-new condition, making it an excellent choice for professionals seeking high-quality optics. Ideal for various filming and photography applications, this lens combines versatility with superior performance.
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ARRI Ultra Prime T1.9 PL Mount Lens set Well used all of them : 14MM(LDS),16MM ,20MM(LDS), 24MM, 28MM(LDS), 32MM ,40MM(LDS), 50MM, 65MM(LDS), 85MM(LDS), 100MM(LDS), 135MM(LDS)

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Zeiss Lenses - Arri PL Mount Lenses free of scratches, mold, dust, or hidden defects. IMPORTANT: Full frame coverage—no shadows or loss of definition at the edges. Tested with Sony FX3 in low-light conditions. Video available upon request.
NOTES: in good condition. More photos are available. 2x Focal length extender 02 x Wooden Camera Bottom Dovetail Plate in different sizes 02x 19mm Long rods 01 x MAP2-A 01 x BPA-4 01 x BP-8 01 x Zoom support 01 x Fluidity Control 01 x Complete Tilta Mattebox for 19mm and 15mm rods In-person delivery and testing possible (once the sale is confirmed) almost anywhere in Europe. I am also selling: 02x alexa Mini, Ultra Prime lenses and Cooke Mini S4 lenses. Feel free to contact me for any additional information or photos.
NOTES: in good condition. More photos are available. 14, 20, 40, 65, 85, 100mm @ 1.9 Comes in 01x Pelican style case In-person delivery and testing possible (once the sale is confirmed) almost anywhere in Europe. I am also selling: 02x alexa Mini, Cooke Mini S4 lenses and An Alura 45-250 zoom Feel free to contact me for any additional information or photos.
The Arri Ultra Prime Lenses set is composed of 6 PL-mounted high-performance lenses from wide-angle to telephoto (16, 20, 32, 50, 85, 135 mm) in feet scale. Refurbished by our technical lab, the set comes in a strong flight case. Working with HD and cinema cameras, Ultra Primes Lenses cover Super-35 format and provide high contrast and resolution. Highlights of the Arri/Zeiss Ultra Prime lens set Arri Ultra Prime 16 mm T1.9, with 25 cm close focus Arri Ultra Prime 20 mm T1.9 with 30 cm close focus Arri Ultra Prime 32 mm T1.9 with 35 cm close focus Arri Ultra Prime 50 mm T1.9 with 60 cm close focus Arri Ultra Prime 85 mm T1.9 with 90 cm close focus Arri Ultra Prime 135 mm T1.9 with 150 cm close focus
Working Condition: Very Good - Excellent working condition, no faults Physical Condition: Very Good - slight wear and/or minor scratches Reason For Sale: No longer required Accessories Included: Arri LS-9 bridge support, Rod pair (19mm) 18-inch Custom Focus levers x 2 Arri Focus Lever x 1 Storm iM2600 Case, with laser cut foam insert (cut out included for matte box bellows & clip-on clamp) Additional Information & any Notes: New price for this lens is AU$57,000.00 Selling all inclusive for AU$37,000.00 - Excellent presentation & working condition - sharp and fast. - Clean glass front & rear, no scratches, no fungus, no grit, accurate focus to witness marks. - Imperial (feet scale), Originally purchased new, from Arri Sydney.
1 x Follow Focus ARRI FF-3 Base 1 x Gear 0.8 / 32 pitch, 43 teeth 2 x Marking Disk Flat 1 x Two Speed Focus Knob
Offer Title: ARRI Ultra Prime 180mm (Used Like NEW) Manufacturer: Arri Model: Ultra Prime 180mm (Used Like NEW) Year of Manufacture: Not specified Technical Condition: Good
Offer Title: ARRI Ultra Prime 135mm (Used Like NEW) Manufacturer: Arri Model: ARRI Ultra Prime 135mm (Used Like NEW) Year of Manufacture: Not specified Technical Condition: Good Description: This ARRI Ultra Prime 135mm lens is in like-new condition, offering exceptional optical performance for professional cinematography. Ideal for filmmakers seeking high-quality imagery and reliability in their equipment.
Offer Title: ARRI ULTRA PRIME 12mm LENS (Used - Like New) Manufacturer: Arri Model: ULTRA PRIME Year of Manufacture: Not specified Technical Condition: Good Description: This ARRI ULTRA PRIME 12mm lens is in like-new condition, offering exceptional optical performance for your cinematography needs. Ideal for professionals seeking high-quality imaging and reliability in their equipment.
Offer Title: Used ARRI Master Anamorphic Set X6 (Used Like NEW) Manufacturer: Arri Model: ARRI Master Anamorphic Set X6 Year of Manufacture: Not specified Technical Condition: Good Description: This is a used ARRI Master Anamorphic Set X6, which is in like new condition. Ideal for filmmakers looking for high-quality anamorphic lenses to enhance their cinematography.

Why lenses matter in broadcast, film, and media

Lenses are the core component of any camera system and play a decisive role in how visual content is captured and perceived. The choice of lens directly affects technical quality as well as creative expression.

Image quality and visual impact

  • Image clarity – Producing crisp, distortion-free visuals.
  • Color rendition – Ensuring natural tones and true-to-life color reproduction.

Creative control

  • Depth of field – Controlling artistic focus and background separation.
  • Production aesthetics – Supporting styles ranging from cinematic widescreen compositions to detailed close-ups.

Choosing the right lens ensures visual consistency, creative freedom, and professional-grade output across all production environments.

Main types of professional lenses

Professional lenses are designed to meet different creative and technical requirements depending on the shooting context.

Prime lenses

  • Fixed focal length lenses offering superior sharpness, wide apertures, and excellent low-light performance.

Zoom lenses

  • Variable focal length lenses providing flexibility for documentaries, live events, and broadcast production.

Wide-angle lenses

  • Designed to capture expansive scenes, establishing shots, and immersive environments.

Telephoto lenses

  • Long focal lengths suitable for sports, wildlife, and distant subjects.

Macro lenses

  • Enable extreme close-up imaging for product details and nature footage.

Anamorphic lenses

  • Used in cinema to achieve widescreen ratios, oval bokeh, and characteristic lens flares.

Main technical features of professional lenses

When selecting used lenses, several technical specifications should be reviewed to ensure compatibility and performance.

Optical characteristics

  • Focal length – Determines field of view and magnification.
  • Maximum aperture (f-stop) – Influences low-light performance and depth of field.

Stability and focus

  • Image stabilization – Essential for handheld shooting or long focal lengths.
  • Focus system – Autofocus speed and manual focus precision.

Build and compatibility

  • Build quality – Robust construction, weather sealing, and durability for field use.
  • Compatibility – Camera mount type and sensor size compatibility (full-frame, APS-C, Super 35, etc.).

Advantages of buying used professional lenses

Investing in used lenses allows professionals to access high-end optics while optimizing budgets.

Financial and creative benefits

  • Cost savings – Often up to 60% lower than new equipment without sacrificing performance.
  • High resale value – Professional lenses maintain strong demand on the secondary market.
  • Creative flexibility – Access to specialized optics such as anamorphic, macro, or telephoto lenses at lower investment.

Durability and sustainability

  • Durability – Cinema and broadcast lenses are built for long-term professional use.
  • Sustainability – Extending the lifecycle of optical equipment supports more responsible production practices.

Top brands and representative lenses

Exapro regularly features used lenses from globally respected manufacturers.

  • Canon – EF, RF, and cinema series lenses widely used in broadcast and filmmaking.
  • Zeiss – Premium optics renowned for sharpness and consistency in cinema production.
  • Fujinon – Industry-leading broadcast and cinema zoom lenses.
  • Nikon – High-performance lenses for both still and video applications.
  • Sony – FE and E-mount lenses designed for hybrid photo and video workflows.
  • Sigma – Versatile, sharp lenses compatible with multiple camera mounts.
  • Cooke – High-end cinema lenses known for the distinctive “Cooke Look.”

How to select the right used lens

Choosing the right used lens requires aligning technical specifications with production needs and equipment compatibility.

Condition and calibration

  • Condition check – Inspect glass for scratches, fungus, or internal dust.
  • Calibration – Ensure accurate focus and proper optical alignment.

Compatibility and usage

  • Compatibility – Confirm lens mount and sensor compatibility with your camera system.
  • Production needs – Decide between primes for maximum quality or zooms for operational flexibility.

Budget planning

  • Budget considerations – Prices for used lenses on Exapro typically range from €1,000 to €50,000 depending on brand, type, and condition.

Logistics and transport considerations

Handling and transporting optical equipment requires special care to preserve performance.

  • Packaging – Use padded, shockproof cases to protect lenses during transport.
  • Insurance – Strongly recommended due to high replacement value.
  • Customs documentation – Ensure compliance when shipping internationally.
  • Testing on arrival – Verify calibration and functionality before production use.

Exapro and its sellers can assist with organizing secure and efficient transport solutions.

Find the right used lenses for your production

Explore Exapro’s selection of used professional camera lenses today. Whether you need a versatile zoom, a cinema-grade anamorphic lens, or specialized broadcast optics, Exapro connects you with verified sellers worldwide. With expert guidance, transparent transactions, and significant cost savings, Exapro helps you upgrade your production quality with confidence.