Tokina 16-28mm MK II T3 Cinema for EF Mount

Tokina 16-28mm MK II T3 Cinema for EF Mount – Wide-angle coverage for Full Frame and Vista Vision

The Tokina 16-28mm MK II T3 Cinema lens for EF mount delivers wide-angle performance that covers full-frame sensors and up to Vista Vision large format. It pairs modern optics with a professional build to meet the needs of filmmakers and hybrid shooters.

Key features

• Wide-angle coverage: The lens covers Full Frame and Vista Vision (VV) formats, making it suitable for large-format capture and modern cinematic workflows.

• Parfocal optical design: You can rack the zoom without losing focus, which supports smooth zoom transitions during filming.

• Controlled distortion and chromatic aberration: The optical design keeps distortion well controlled and limits chromatic aberration, including when shooting at the maximum wide-open aperture.

• All-metal construction: The MK II uses a robust all-metal housing with professional focus, iris, and zoom markings designed for production use.

• Physical compatibility with Vista series: The redesign matches the physical characteristics of other Vista series lenses, offering similar focus throw and identical gear positions to the Vista Prime lenses.

• Interchangeable mount system: The Tokina Cinema Vista Lens Mount can be swapped between PL, EF, Sony E, MFT and Nikon F mounts in minutes for maximum versatility across cinema and still/cinema hybrid platforms.

• Mixes well with primes: The lens integrates smoothly into lens sets, allowing you to combine it with prime lenses for consistent handling and workflow.

Design and handling

The MK II redesign focuses on consistency with the Vista series. It offers a more robust housing and standardised gear positions so that focus and zoom behavior match other Vista lenses. This helps camera crews and focus pullers maintain predictable operation when switching between lenses on set.

Who this lens is for

This lens suits filmmakers and hybrid shooters who need a reliable wide-angle zoom with professional markings, durable construction and optical stability during zoom pulls. It works well in productions that require mixing zooms with Vista Prime lenses or using large-format sensors.

Specifications

FAQ

Question: Is this lens suitable for large-format cameras?

Answer: Yes. The Tokina 16-28mm MK II covers Full Frame and Vista Vision formats, so it supports large-format capture where wider coverage is required.

Question: Will the lens stay in focus during a zoom?

Answer: Yes. The lens uses a parfocal optical design that allows zoom racking without losing focus, making it suitable for in-shot zooms and precise focus pulls.

Question: Can I use this lens on mounts other than EF?

Answer: Yes. The Tokina Cinema Vista Lens Mount is interchangeable and can be changed to PL, Sony E, MFT or Nikon F as needed, and the change can be performed in minutes for flexible mounting across cameras.

Question: How does the MK II differ physically from the previous 16-28mm cinema lens?

Answer: The MK II features a redesigned, more robust all-metal housing and matches the physical characteristics of other Vista series lenses—offering similar focus throw and identical gear positions to the Vista Primes for consistent handling.

Question: Does the lens control optical imperfections like distortion and chromatic aberration?

Answer: Yes. The design keeps distortion well controlled and limits chromatic aberration, including when shooting wide open, which helps maintain image quality in challenging situations.