Tokina Vista 135mm T1,5 Cinema EF

Tokina Vista 135mm T1.5 Cinema EF – Fast T1.5, 9-blade iris and full-frame/8K coverage

Tokina Vista 135mm T1.5 Cinema EF is a high-performance prime lens specifically designed for filmmakers seeking quality and precision. With an impressive brightness of T1.5 and a nine-blade iris, this lens is perfect for creating soft and round out-of-focus highlights, which are crucial for cinematic effects. Whether you are working in low light or need a shallow depth of field, this lens offers the flexibility and performance needed for high-resolution recordings, including 8K video workflows.

Design and compatibility

Tokina Vista 135mm has a design that is consistent with other lenses in the Tokina Cinema Vista series. This unified form factor means that the lens's gear position, focus rotation, and front diameter are the same, allowing filmmakers to quickly swap lenses without needing to adjust their rig. This saves time and increases efficiency during shoots.

Optical performance and coverage

With a fast T-stop of T1.5, this lens is ideal for low-light recordings or when you want to create a dramatic effect with a shallow depth of field. It has a large image circle of 46.7 mm, which extends beyond standard full-frame and is compatible with high-resolution formats such as VistaVision and Red Dragon cameras. Tokina has used aspherical elements and modern coatings in the optical design to minimize chromatic aberration and ensure sharp image reproduction, which is essential for capturing details even at 8K resolution.

Cinema-friendly handling

The thoughtful design of the Vista 135mm T1.5 minimizes breathing during focus pulls, making it easier to handle during professional shoots. The lens maintains a constant length during focus adjustments, eliminating image shift and making it easy to make precise focus transitions. With clearly marked focus and iris indicators on both sides of the barrel, the operator gains increased usability regardless of which side of the camera they are working from, and a focus puller can easily reference quick points.

Build quality and image character

Tokina has created the 135mm lens to provide an appealing image character regardless of aperture setting. You can use the lens wide open without compromising image quality. The robust construction makes it suitable for continuous use in production environments, and the nine-blade iris provides a natural-looking bokeh that contributes to attractive background rendering.

Features

• Fast T1.5 stop: Perfect for shooting in low light
• Image circle of 46.7 mm: Covers full-frame sensor size, VistaVision, and Red Dragon
• Appealing image character: Usable wide open
• Consistent length: No change during focus pulling
• No image shift: Stable focus pulling
• 9-blade iris: For natural-looking bokeh
• Robust construction: Designed for professional use
• Focus and iris indicators: Clear markings on both sides

Technical specifications

Frequently asked questions

What is the light intensity of the Tokina Vista 135mm T1.5 Cinema EF?
It has a light intensity of T1.5.

What is the image circle for this lens?
The lens has an image circle of 46.7 mm.

How does the lens handle focus breathing?
The lens minimizes breathing during focus pulls and maintains a constant length during focus adjustments, eliminating image shift.

What camera formats is the lens compatible with?
It is compatible with full-frame sensor size, VistaVision, and Red Dragon.