Tokina Vista 25mm T1,5 Cinema Sony E

Tokina Vista 25mm T1.5 Cinema Sony E – Fast T1.5 for low-light filming and shallow depth of field

The Tokina Vista 25 mm T1.5 is a fast cinema prime in a Sony E mount. It uses an internal focus design, a 9-bladed iris, and a 46.7 mm image circle that covers full-frame sensors. The lens is suitable for high-resolution capture, including 8K video, and matches the physical layout of other Tokina Vista primes to speed up lens changes and accessory use.

Design and system compatibility

This 25 mm Vista prime shares the same form factor, lens gear position, focus rotation, and front barrel diameter as other Tokina Cinema Vista primes. Consequently, you can change lenses quickly and fit the same follow-focus, matte box, and other accessories without reconfiguring your rig. The lens uses a Sony E mount as stated in the product title.

Optical characteristics

The lens delivers a fast T-stop of T1.5, which helps when shooting in low light and when you need a very shallow depth of field. Tokina has included aspherical elements and modern coatings to minimize chromatic aberration and to preserve sharpness. These optical choices support high-resolution workflows, including 8K video recording.

Focus behavior and iris control

The Vista 25 mm uses an internal focus mechanism, so the lens length remains consistent during focus pulls. It shows nearly no breathing when changing focus. In addition, it produces no image shift during focus pulls, which keeps framing stable while you rack focus. The lens has clearly marked focus and iris scales on both sides for fast, repeatable adjustments on set. A 9-bladed iris yields round out-of-focus highlights, contributing to a pleasing bokeh.

Practical use cases

Use this lens for low-light scenes, selective focus shots, and high-resolution capture where optical performance must remain consistent across the frame. Because it covers an image circle larger than full-frame, it also suits VistaVision and Red Dragon sensors, making it flexible for a range of camera platforms and professional workflows.

Features

• Fast T1.5 stop, good for low-light filming
• Image circle of 46.7 mm covers full-frame sensor size, VistaVision and Red Dragon
• Very pleasing image character across the iris range and usable wide open
• Consistent length of lens during focus pull
• No image shift during focus pull
• 9-bladed iris for natural looking bokeh
• Robust construction
• Focus and iris scales on both sides

FAQ

Question: Is the Tokina Vista 25mm T1.5 suitable for low-light filming?
Answer: Yes. The lens has a fast T1.5 stop, which helps gather more light and enables shallower depth of field in low-light conditions.

Question: Will this lens cover full-frame and larger sensor formats like VistaVision or Red Dragon?
Answer: Yes. The lens provides an image circle of 46.7 mm, which covers full-frame sensors and also supports VistaVision and Red Dragon formats.

Question: How does the lens behave during focus pulls—does it breathe or shift image position?
Answer: The Tokina Vista 25mm has nearly no breathing during focus pulls and shows no image shift while racking focus. It also maintains a consistent physical length thanks to its internal focus design.

Question: Can I use the same accessories and follow-focus setup as with other Tokina Vista primes?
Answer: Yes. The lens shares form factor, gear positions, focus rotation, and front barrel diameter with other Tokina Vista primes, allowing fast and easy lens changes and consistent accessory fitment.

Question: Does the lens provide useful markings for on-set operation?
Answer: Yes. The lens includes clearly marked focus and iris scales on both sides, which supports quick, repeatable adjustments in professional shooting situations.