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

Tokina 16-28mm MK II T3 Cinema for F Mount – Wide angle covering full frame and Vista Vision large format

The Tokina 16-28mm MK II T3 Cinema lens delivers wide-angle performance that covers full frame and beyond, including Vista Vision large format. This MK II version updates the original 16-28mm cinema lens with a redesigned housing and consistent physical characteristics that match the rest of the Vista series.

Redesign and physical compatibility

Tokina redesigned the 16-28mm cinema lens to share the same physical dimensions and handling as the Vista series lenses. You get a more robust, all-metal housing that provides consistent focus throw and identical gear positions to the Vista Prime lenses. As a result, this lens integrates smoothly with Vista series glass during a shoot.

Optical performance

• Parfocal design: The parfocal optical design allows for zoom racking without loss of focus, so you can maintain sharpness when changing focal length during a take.

• Controlled distortion and chromatic performance: Distortion remains well controlled across the zoom range, and chromatic aberration stays limited even when shooting at the maximum wide open aperture.

• Large format coverage: The optical design delivers Full Frame and Vista Vision (VV) sensor coverage, enabling use on larger sensors while preserving wide-angle framing.

Build quality and professional handling

The 16-28mm MK II features an all-metal design and carries professional focus, iris, and zoom markings. These marks and the robust construction meet the standards of professional productions and help when working with focus pullers, rigs, and follow-focus systems.

Mount versatility

Tokina equips this lens with the Cinema Vista Lens Mount system. You can easily exchange mounts in minutes to suit your camera platform. Compatible mounts include:

• PL
• EF
• Sony E
• MFT
• Nikon F
• F Mount (as noted in this listing)

Use cases

This lens acts as a true wide-angle tool for filmmakers. It mixes well with prime lenses, making it suitable for productions that combine zooms and primes. The consistent gear positions and focus throw help when matching lens sets on multi-camera or hybrid shoots.

Key features at a glance

• Wide angle coverage for Full Frame and Vista Vision large format
• Parfocal optical design for zoom racking without focus loss
• Well-controlled distortion and limited chromatic aberration at wide open aperture
• All-metal construction with professional focus/iris/zoom marks
• Interchangeable Cinema Vista Lens Mounts: PL, EF, Sony E, MFT, Nikon F
• Redesigned to match Vista series physical characteristics, including focus throw and gear positions
• Unparalleled value with performance to match

Frequently asked questions

Question: Is the Tokina 16-28mm MK II parfocal?
Answer: Yes. The lens uses a parfocal optical design that allows you to zoom and maintain focus, which is useful for zoom-racking during continuous takes.

Question: What sensor formats does this lens cover?
Answer: The lens provides coverage for Full Frame sensors and extends to Vista Vision large format (VV), making it suitable for larger sensor cinema cameras.

Question: Can I change the lens mount myself, and which mounts are available?
Answer: Yes. The Tokina Cinema Vista Lens Mount system allows quick, user-exchangeable mounts in minutes. Available mounts include PL, EF, Sony E, MFT, Nikon F, and the F Mount referenced in this listing.

Question: How does the MK II differ from the original 16-28mm cinema lens?
Answer: The MK II features a redesigned, more robust all-metal housing and shares the same physical characteristics as other Vista series lenses—such as similar focus throw and identical gear positions—so it integrates better into Vista-based lens sets.