Xeen Samyang Xeen Meister 50mm T1.3 PL

Xeen Samyang Xeen Meister 50mm T1.3 PL – Superbright T1.3 Full-Frame Cine Prime Supporting 8K

The Xeen Samyang Xeen Meister 50mm T1.3 is a superbright full-frame cine prime designed to support 8K resolution. It delivers a T1.3 aperture for low-light shooting and extremely shallow depth of field. The lens is available in PL, Canon EF, and Sony E mounts and includes design choices aimed at professional filmmaking workflows.

Key features at a glance

• 8K outstanding resolution – The lens provides unprecedented resolution across the entire image area and supports 8K on full-frame cameras.
• Lens meta data recording (PL only) – The PL mount version supports i/Technology protocol, enabling cameras to automatically record lens metadata to streamline production and post-production.
• Titanium front barrel – The front part of the barrel uses titanium, making the lens both light and durable.
• Fast T1.3 cine aperture – The widest stop of T1.3 allows shooting in low-light environments and creates a cinematic look with an extremely shallow depth of field.
• Wide focus gear rotation angle – A 300° focus rotation enables precise and fine focus adjustments.

Optical performance and bokeh

The Xeen Meister emphasizes image quality and expressive rendering. It supports 8K full-frame capture with outstanding resolution across the frame. With a bright T1.3 aperture, you can shoot in low light while maintaining natural-looking images. The lens uses 13 aperture blades to produce rounded, natural-looking bokeh that helps convey delicate facial expressions and cinematic separation between subject and background.

Design, handling and markings

The lens adopts premium materials and craftsmanship. Titanium on the front barrel increases durability while keeping the front section light. The lens uses a 114mm standard front diameter and aligns the aperture and focus gear rings in unified positions, which makes it easy to attach or remove accessories such as a matte box or follow focus.

All scales, including focal length and aperture values, are present on both sides of the lens. The markings use a luminous font that glows in the dark, enabling convenient verification and operation even in low-light environments.

Compatibility

The Xeen Meister 50mm is offered in three mount options: PL, Canon EF, and Sony E. Note that i/Technology lens metadata recording is available only on the PL mount version.

Technical specifications

Typical use cases

• Shooting cinematic portraits with shallow depth of field and natural round bokeh.
• Low-light production where a T1.3 aperture helps retain natural-looking exposure without excessive gain.
• 8K full-frame productions that need high resolution across the image area.
• Professional workflows that benefit from PL mount metadata recording for production and post-production efficiency.

FAQ

Question: Which mounts are available for the Xeen Meister 50mm T1.3?
Answer: The lens is available in PL, Canon EF, and Sony E mounts. If you need lens metadata recording via i/Technology, choose the PL mount version.

Question: Does this lens support recording lens metadata to the camera?
Answer: Yes. The PL mount version supports i/Technology, which enables cameras to automatically record accurate lens metadata. This feature is not available on Canon EF or Sony E mounts.

Question: Can I attach common accessories like matte boxes and follow focus units?
Answer: Yes. The lens uses a 114mm standard front diameter and unified gear ring positions for aperture and focus, making it straightforward to attach matte boxes and follow focus systems.