Tokina 50-135mm Mark II T2.9 Cinema For F

Tokina 50-135mm Mark II T2.9 Cinema – Compact Parfocal Telephoto Lens with Reduced Breathing

Tokina 50-135mm T2.9 MK II is designed for filmmakers who need a versatile telephoto zoom lens in a compact and user-friendly form. With its ability to easily handle medium to long-distance shots, this lens offers reliable focusing and controlled breathing, resulting in sharp and clear images. This product is particularly useful for filmmakers who value a cinematic quality in their work and seek equipment that can handle varying recording situations.

Key Features

• Parfocal design that maintains focus while zooming, allowing for dynamic shots without losing sharpness.
• Significantly reduced breathing and image shift for cleaner images during focus changes, which is crucial for professional film production.
• Clickless, 9-blade curved iris for smooth, pleasing bokeh and precise exposure control, contributing to the aesthetic quality of films.
• Close focus down to 3.3 feet for tighter close-ups without encroaching on your subject, opening up creativity in composition.
• Compact telephoto form factor for easier handling on rigs and smaller setups, perfect for traveling filmmakers.

Mechanical and Optical Updates in Mark II

This MK II version updates the original 50-135mm T3 design with several key mechanical and optical improvements. Tokina has carefully redesigned the lens housing and mechanics to meet today's professional cinematographic standards.

• Completely new mechanical metal housing for improved durability and consistent handling, making the lens more reliable in the field.
• Industry-standard 0.8 MOD cine gears for smooth integration with follow focus systems and accessories, ensuring it fits perfectly into professional workflows.
• Extended 300° focus throw for finer focus pulling, giving the user greater control over the sharpness of the image.
• Updated T2.9 iris compared to the previous T3 version for a brighter maximum aperture, enhancing performance in low light.
• 95 mm front diameter to fit common cine accessories and matte boxes, making it easier to use with other equipment.

Designed to Match Tokina Cinema Series Lenses

The lens is optically and mechanically designed to harmonize with the Tokina Cinema 11-20mm T2.9. The shared design goals ensure a consistent look and workflow during shoots, making it easier for filmmakers to work with multiple lenses.

• Optical design elements similar to Tokina Cinema 11-20mm T2.9 to ensure homogeneity in image quality.
• Parfocal behavior to keep focus consistent during zooms, matching workflows between lenses.
• Low distortion and limited focus breathing to maintain visual continuity between focal lengths, which is important for professional films.
• Interchangeable mount options for flexible camera compatibility, allowing users to customize the lens to their camera equipment.

Mount and Compatibility

50-135mm T2.9 MK II offers interchangeable mounts to fit a range of cine and hybrid cameras. You can choose from PL, EF, Sony E, MFT, and Nikon F to match your camera system and lens collection, making it a versatile choice for various filmmaking needs.

Technical Specifications

Frequently asked questions

Does the product require phantom power?
No, the lens does not have a specific mention of needing phantom power.

What type of iris does the lens have?
The lens has a clicked, 9-blade curved iris for soft, pleasing bokeh.

What is the minimum focus distance of the lens?
The minimum focus distance of the lens is down to 3.3 feet, allowing for tighter close-ups.

How much focus throw does the lens have?
The lens has an extended 300° focus throw for finer focus adjustments.