Tokina VISTA 29MM T1.5 CINEMA PL

Tokina VISTA 29MM T1.5 CINEMA PL – Fast T1.5 for low-light shooting and shallow depth of field

The Tokina VISTA 29mm T1.5 Cinema PL is a fast prime designed for filmmakers who need a bright lens, smooth focus behavior, and straightforward lens swaps on set. It uses an internal focus design and a 9-bladed iris to deliver pleasing out-of-focus highlights and reliable performance when recording high-resolution video.

Design and compatibility

This 29mm cinema lens shares the same form factor, lens gear position, focus rotation, and front barrel diameter as other Tokina Cinema Vista prime lenses. Therefore, you can change lenses quickly and continue to use the same accessories without adjustment. The lens uses an internal focus design, which keeps the physical length consistent while pulling focus.

Optical performance and image quality

With a fast T-stop of T1.5, the lens performs well in low light and helps create very shallow depth of field when desired. Tokina uses aspherical elements and modern coatings in the optical design to reduce chromatic aberrations and retain sharpness. As a result, the lens is suitable for 8K video capture and delivers a consistent, usable image even when shot wide open.

Focus characteristics and aperture

The Tokina Vista 29mm exhibits nearly no breathing during focus pulls, which helps maintain framing and composition while changing focus. Additionally, the lens keeps a consistent length and shows no image shift during focus pulls. The clearly marked focus and iris scales appear on both sides of the barrel for easy reading by camera assistants and operators.

Bokeh and mechanical build

The 9-bladed iris produces round, natural-looking out-of-focus highlights that suit cinematic shots. Moreover, the lens features a robust construction that supports professional use on set and in demanding production environments.

Key features

• Fast T1.5 stop, useful for low-light filming and shallow depth of field
• 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

Technical specifications

Who should consider this lens?

Choose the Tokina VISTA 29mm T1.5 Cinema PL if you need a fast 29mm prime that covers full-frame and larger sensors, minimizes breathing during focus transitions, and matches the physical design of other Tokina Cinema Vista primes for quick lens changes and accessory compatibility.

FAQ

Question: Does this lens cover full-frame sensors and larger formats?
Answer: Yes. The lens has an image circle of 46.7 mm, which covers full-frame sensors as well as VistaVision and Red Dragon formats.

Question: Is the Tokina 29mm T1.5 suitable for 8K video capture?
Answer: Yes. The lens uses aspherical elements and modern coatings to reduce chromatic aberrations and provide sharp images suitable for recording at 8K resolution.

Question: How does the lens behave during focus pulls?
Answer: The lens exhibits nearly no breathing, maintains consistent length during focus pulls, and does not produce image shift, which helps preserve framing and composition when changing focus.

Question: Can I swap this lens with other Tokina Vista primes without changing accessories?
Answer: Yes. The lens shares form factor, lens gear position, focus rotation, and front barrel diameter with other Tokina Cinema Vista primes, facilitating fast lens changes and continued use of the same accessories.

Question: What kind of bokeh can I expect?
Answer: The 9-bladed iris delivers round, natural-looking out-of-focus highlights, producing a pleasing bokeh that works well for cinematic imagery.