Tokina Vista 85mm T1,5 Cinema MFT

Tokina Vista 85mm T1.5 Cinema MFT – Fast T1.5 for low light recording and shallow depth of field

Tokina Vista 85mm T1.5 Cinema MFT is an exceptional cine lens, designed for filmmakers seeking a combination of high brightness and cinematic image quality. With an impressive T-stop of 1.5, this lens offers fantastic opportunities for low light recording and provides a beautiful blur that highlights the subject. Whether you are a professional filmmaker or an enthusiast, this lens is an excellent choice to take your filmmaking to the next level.

Design and compatibility

Tokina Vista 85 mm is designed with a form factor that is consistent with other lenses in the Tokina Cinema Vista series. This means that the lens has the same gear position, focus rotation, and front diameter, making it easy to swap lenses quickly without needing to reconfigure your accessories. This design consistency is particularly valuable during hectic shoots where time is of the essence.

Optical character and performance

The fast T1.5 aperture allows for capturing stunning images even in challenging lighting conditions. Tokina has integrated aspherical elements and modern coatings into the design to minimize chromatic aberrations and ensure sharp quality, even at high-resolution 8K recordings. With a pleasing image character throughout the aperture range, the lens is useful even when fully open, giving you flexibility in creativity.

Focus behavior and iris

Tokina Vista 85 mm is constructed to minimize focus breathing, meaning that the framing is maintained even when the focus is adjusted. This is particularly important for maintaining composition during recording. The focus and iris markings are clearly indicated on both sides of the lens, facilitating use for both left- and right-handed filmmakers. The 9-blade iris creates a beautiful and natural bokeh with round out-of-focus highlights, adding an aesthetic dimension to your images.

Mechanical features and build quality

The build quality of Tokina Vista 85 mm is robust and durable, designed to withstand the demands of the professional film industry. The lens maintains a consistent length during focus pulls, ensuring that the image does not shift during focus adjustments. These mechanical features provide a reliable and predictable experience, which is crucial for demanding productions.

Features

• Fast T1.5: Ideal for low light filming and shallow depth of field.
• Image circle of 46.7 mm: Covers full frame, VistaVision, and Red Dragon formats.
• Pleasing image character: Usable across the entire aperture range and fully open.
• Consistent lens length: Important for follow-focus and rig stability.
• No image shift: Preserves framing and composition during focus pulls.
• 9-blade iris: Provides naturally appearing bokeh and round out-of-focus highlights.
• Robust construction: Built for professional use on set.
• Focus and iris markings: Clear markings on both sides for increased usability.

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

Does the product require phantom power?
No, there is no mention that the product requires phantom power.

What is the aperture of the lens?
The lens has a fast T1.5 aperture.

How is the build quality of the lens?
The build quality of the Tokina Vista 85 mm is robust and durable, designed to meet the demands of the professional film industry.

What is the image circle of the lens?
The image circle is 46.7 mm, which covers full frame, VistaVision, and Red Dragon formats.