Tokina Vista 35mm T1,5 Cinema MFT

Tokina Vista 35mm T1,5 Cinema MFT – Fast T1.5 for Low-Light Shooting and 8K-ready Full-Frame Coverage

The Tokina Vista 35 mm T1,5 Cinema lens provides a fast T-stop, internal focus design, and an image circle that exceeds full-frame format. It shares the same form factor and gear positions as other Tokina Vista primes, which makes lens changes and accessory use straightforward when you work with a matched set.

Key optical characteristics

This lens delivers a T1.5 aperture that helps when you shoot in low light or aim for very shallow depth of field. Tokina uses aspherical elements and modern coatings to reduce chromatic aberration and to maintain sharp images. Consequently, the lens is suitable for high-resolution capture, including 8K recording when paired with an appropriate camera.

Design and handling

The Vista 35 mm keeps the same focus rotation, lens gear position, and front barrel diameter as the rest of the Tokina Cinema Vista primes. Therefore, you can change lenses quickly and keep accessories aligned without reconfiguring follow focus setups or matte boxes. The internal focus design means the lens length remains consistent during focus pulls, and the lens shows no image shift when pulling focus.

Bokeh, breathing and controls

A 9-bladed iris produces round, natural-looking out-of-focus highlights for pleasing bokeh. In addition, the lens exhibits nearly no breathing during focus pulls, supporting smooth focus transitions for cinema work. Tokina also places clear, marked focus and iris scales on both sides of the lens for easier measurement and repeatable setups.

Features

• Fast 1,5 T stop, good for low light filming – The wide aperture helps you capture scenes in dim conditions and to isolate subjects with shallow depth of field.
• Image circle of 46,7 mm covers full-frame sensor size, VistaVision and Red Dragon – The lens projects an image circle larger than full-frame, allowing use on a variety of large-format sensors.
• Very pleasing image character across the iris range and usable wide open – The optical design maintains usable sharpness and rendering even at the widest aperture.
• Consistent length of lens during focus pull – The internal focus design keeps the physical lens length stable while focusing, which helps when using flags and follow focus accessories.
• No image shift during focus pull – The optical construction minimizes image shift as the focus is adjusted, supporting reliable framing during focus moves.
• 9 bladed Iris for natural looking bokeh – The multi-blade diaphragm produces rounded out-of-focus highlights for a cinematic look.
• Robust construction – The lens is built to withstand regular use on set and integrates with cinema workflows.
• Focus and iris scales on both sides – Markings on both sides of the lens make it easier for camera assistants to read and set focus and aperture from either side of the camera.

Technical specifications

Who this lens is for

Filmmakers who need a fast, cinematic 35 mm option will find this lens useful. Moreover, if you already use other Tokina Vista primes, the shared form factor and gear positions simplify lens swaps and accessory alignment on set. The optical coverage and reduced aberrations make it suitable for high-resolution workflows, including 8K capture on compatible cameras.

FAQ

Question: Will this lens work on Micro Four Thirds cameras and still cover large sensors?
Answer: Yes. The lens is an MFT mount and projects an image circle of 46,7 mm, which exceeds full-frame size. That means it can be used on MFT bodies and also covers larger sensor formats when adapted or used on compatible camera systems.

Question: Is this lens suitable for 8K video capture?
Answer: Yes. Tokina states the optical design and coatings provide the sharpness and low chromatic aberration necessary for high-resolution recording, and the lens is described as suitable for 8K capture when paired with an appropriate camera.

Question: How does the lens handle focus pulls and breathing?
Answer: The lens features an internal focus design that maintains a consistent physical length and shows nearly no breathing during focus pulls. That helps preserve framing and reduces distracting changes in field of view while pulling focus.

Question: Are the focus and iris markings accessible for camera assistants?
Answer: Yes. Tokina places clearly marked focus and iris scales on both sides of the lens to make it easy for operators or assistants to read and set values from either side of the camera.