The $10K Question: NiSi Aureus or DZO Arles?

DZOFilm Arles vs NiSi Aureus — which cine prime set should you invest in?

In this video, we put the DZOFilm Arles and NiSi Aureus Prime lenses head-to-head using the Fujifilm GFX100 II.

We matched focal lengths (18/25, 35, 50, 75, 85) and tested:
- Skin tone rendering
- Micro contrast
- Chromatic aberration
- Close focus performance
- Flare characteristics
- Build quality & usability
- Overall “look” and character

The GFX sensor is larger than full-frame and Vista Vision, so we’re pushing both lens sets to their limits — especially on the wider focal lengths.

This isn’t a lab test. No over-complicated charts. Just lenses in a lived-in environment.

If you’re deciding between a clean, modern cine look and a modern-vintage lens with character, this comparison should help clarify the differences.

At the end of the day — you really can’t go wrong.

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Cameras:
Adorama
- Fujifilm GFX 100 ii: https://bit.ly/4l99Qxr

Moment:
- Fujifilm GFX 100 ii: https://bit.ly/4i22wAW

Cage and parts:
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- right bracket side: https://bit.ly/4kknvAi

Lenses:
NISI Aureus prime kit: https://bhpho.to/4nzFIvy
NISI Aureus 24mm: https://bhpho.to/4mkmxom
NISI Aureus 85mm: https://bhpho.to/46BpbBr

- DZO Arles Primes: https://dzolink.com/42qlyMR
- Thypoch Simera-C 35mm T1.5 Cine Lens (Leica M): https://bhpho.to/4jGhygU
- Metabones Leica M Lens to FUJIFILM G-Mount (GFX) Adapter: https://bhpho.to/3EfA7cU
- voigtlander 35mm f/1.2 lens vm iii

Adorama
- DZO Arles Primes: https://bit.ly/42t4iq4

Camera adapters:
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- PL to Fujifilm Xmount: https://amzn.to/41LjEG7
- PL to Fujifilm GFX mount: https://amzn.to/42GyME7

Wooden Camera
- PL to Fujifilm Xmount: https://bit.ly/3DX2qfV
- PL to Fujifilm GFX mount: https://bit.ly/4iJqFxm

Audio:
Adorama
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- Deity VO-7U: https://bit.ly/42rh4Fu

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Adorama
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Cool stuff:

B&H
- Dji focus pro creator combo: https://bhpho.to/41rXpoP
- Nisi C5 mattebox: https://bhpho.to/3RXofPE

Adorama
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- Ultra arm - https://bit.ly/3viN68I
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- Moment VND - https://bit.ly/3QYJBvF

0:00 Intro – Arles vs Aureus comparison
0:36 Test setup & GFX100 II details
1:52 Why choose NiSi Aureus?
3:07 Skin tones & contrast differences
4:38 Chromatic aberration test (35mm–85mm)
5:37 Sharpness discussion
6:53 Close focus performance breakdown
7:57 Flare comparison (blue vs green)
9:11 Warm light flare test (75mm & 85mm)
9:47 Bokeh observations
10:03 Build quality & ergonomics
11:14 Price & value comparison
11:39 Final thoughts – Which should you buy?
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