Tokina 100mm Macro T2,9 Cinema PL Mount

Tokina 100mm Macro T/2.9 Cinema (PL Mount) – True 1:1 Full‑Frame Macro with T2.9 Aperture

The Tokina Cinema AT-X 100mm T/2.9 macro is a true 35mm, full‑frame, 1:1 macro close‑up lens designed for cinema use. It delivers maximum magnification at a working distance of 11.8 inches (0.3 meters), which leaves room for lighting, the camera operator, and the subject to work comfortably. The lens combines a cinema‑style build with optically driven performance suitable for high‑resolution capture.

Optical characteristics and handling

The lens features an optical design described as 4K ready, with very low distortion and chromatic aberrations. It produces high contrast images and maintains sharpness across the frame. In addition, Tokina has engineered minimized focus breathing, so compositions remain more consistent when pulling focus.

For exposure and aesthetic control, the lens uses a de‑clicked, 9‑bladed, curved iris. This design provides smooth aperture control and creates pleasing out‑of‑focus areas (bokeh). The T‑stop range runs from T2.9 to T32, giving you a wide span for controlling exposure and depth of field when working close to your subject.

Build and compatibility

The Tokina 100mm macro comes in a durable, all‑metal cine‑style housing. Both focus and aperture rings are geared for use with follow‑focus systems, supporting professional cinema workflows. The lens is available in multiple mounts to fit different camera systems.

Key features

• Available in PL, Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, and MFT mounts
• Close Focus 1:1 reproduction at 11.8 inches
• Fast T2.9 aperture
• Full frame 35mm format lens
• Minimized breathing
• Smooth, de-clicked, 9-bladed, curved iris for beautiful out-of-focus areas
• 4K Image ready
• Durable, all-metal cine-style housing with geared focus, and aperture rings for use in follow-focus systems

FAQ

Question: Is this lens a true 1:1 macro?

Answer: Yes. The Tokina Cinema AT‑X 100mm T/2.9 achieves true 1:1 reproduction and reaches maximum magnification at a working distance of 11.8 inches (0.3 meters).

Question: Which mounts are available for this lens?

Answer: The lens is available in PL, Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, and MFT mounts to suit a range of cinema and mirrorless camera systems.

Question: How does the lens handle focus breathing and bokeh?

Answer: Focus breathing is minimized to keep compositions stable during focus pulls, and the de‑clicked, 9‑bladed curved iris delivers smooth aperture changes and attractive out‑of‑focus rendering.

Question: Is this lens suitable for high‑resolution workflows?

Answer: The Tokina 100mm macro is described as 4K image ready, offering sharp, high‑contrast optics with very low distortion and chromatic aberrations suitable for high‑resolution capture.