Nisi ATHENA Prime 25mm T1.9 FF (PL)

The 46mm image circle gave me zero vignetting on my full-frame body, even when I stopped down a bit. Focus ring has just the right amount of resistance for pulling focus by feel, and it's been sharp corner-to-corner on every take.

Shot wide open at T1.9, the fall-off is buttery and the focus ring has just the right amount of resistance. This 25mm is sharp enough for my documentary work without feeling overly clinical.

The 46mm image circle covers my full-frame sensor perfectly, and the PL mount locks in solid without any play. Sharpness wide open at T1.9 is genuinely impressive, with bokeh that stays smooth even at the edges. It’s become my go-to for handheld narrative work.