Tokina Vista-C 135mm T1.5 Cinema Sony E

Tokina Vista-C 135mm T1.5 Cinema Sony E – fast T1.5 for large-format, characterful cine look

Tokina Vista-C 135mm T1.5 in Sony E mount is the perfect choice for filmmakers looking to combine vintage-inspired aesthetics with modern technology. This lens has been developed after careful consultations with professional cinematographers and rental houses, ensuring it delivers a distinct, cinematic rendering. With its reliability and expressive imagery, the Vista-C series is ideal for anyone working in film production.

Optical characteristics and image rendering

The Vista-C primes have an optical design that creates a refined vintage aesthetic. With a soft field distortion and natural fall-off, these lenses help create an organic image across the entire image plane. While the edges of the image remain softer compared to many modern cine primes, they still offer high resolution in the center, making them suitable for large-format digital film cameras. The slightly lower contrast compared to standard modern lenses provides a pleasing bokeh, making it easier to create a soft and dreamlike atmosphere. The 9-blade, curved iris diaphragm contributes to a smooth and beautiful bokeh, further enhancing the image quality.

The Vista-C lenses are also designed to produce expressive blue and red flare tones as well as a warmer overall rendering. The coatings have been carefully redesigned to minimize green bias that existed in previous Vista models and to improve color reproduction, resulting in a more cinematic palette in the final product.

Large-format coverage and aperture

One of the major advantages of the Vista-C series is its ability to cover full-frame and large-format sensors. With an image circle exceeding 46.7 mm, these lenses are compatible with

Frequently asked questions

What is the aperture for the Tokina Vista-C 135mm T1.5 Cinema?
The aperture is T1.5.

What type of image rendering does this lens offer?
The lens offers a distinct, cinematic rendering with soft field distortion and natural falloff.

Is the Tokina Vista-C 135mm T1.5 Cinema compatible with large-format sensors?
Yes, the lens is compatible with full-frame and large-format sensors.

How many blades does the iris diaphragm have in this lens?
The iris diaphragm has 9 blades.