Tokina Vista-C 65mm T1.5 Cinema Canon EF

Tokina Vista-C 65mm T1.5 Cinema Canon EF – Large-format T1.5 prime with vintage-inspired rendering

Tokina Vista-C 65mm T1.5 in Canon EF mount is an exceptional lens that offers the characteristic image quality of the Vista-C series, making it ideal for filmmakers and photographers using Canon-compatible camera systems. With an impressive T1.5 maximum aperture, this lens combines advanced optics and coating technology to produce a refined, vintage-like aesthetic while maintaining the robust mechanical reliability required in professional film production.

Outstanding optical character

The Vista-C 65mm delivers a unique visual character, perfect for creating an organic and cinematic image. The lens is designed to minimize field aberrations, resulting in natural vignetting and soft edges, contributing to a warm overall rendering with expressive blue and red flare tones. Compared to previous Vista designs, these lenses have reduced green fringing and slightly lowered contrast, highlighting mid-tone details and giving a classic feel to the images, ideal for filmmaking.

Despite the vintage-like rendering, the Vista-C optics ensure high central resolution, making it perfect for modern large-format digital cinema cameras. This results in images that can be perceived as cinematic while remaining sharp where it truly matters.

Large-format coverage and aperture

The Vista-C family, including the 65mm model, is specifically designed to cover both full-frame and large-format sensors. With an image circle exceeding 46.7 mm, the lens is suitable for sensors up to 65 mm and ALEXA 65 Open Gate. The fast maximum aperture of T1.5, along with a minimum aperture of T22, provides filmmakers with the ability for shallow depth of field and a wide exposure range, which is crucial for various production needs.

Mechanical construction built for filmmaking workflows

The Vista-C 65mm is constructed with a robust all-metal body that ensures durability and reliability during demanding shoots. With consistent outer dimensions, making lens changes faster and more efficient, the entire series has an outer measurement of 114 mm and a uniform gear position layout that facilitates the use of matte boxes and follow-focus or FIZ systems. The focus control is designed for precise manual use with a rotation of approximately 300° and a 0.8 MOD cine-gear, making it compatible with standard film accessories. The 9-blade curved iris provides smooth, rounded out-of-focus highlights when stopping down the aperture, further enhancing image quality.

Main features

• Fast T1.5 maximum aperture: T22 minimum aperture across the series
• Full-frame and large-format coverage: Image circle >46.7 mm, suitable for sensors up to 65 mm and ALEXA 65 Open Gate
• Vintage-inspired rendering: Softer edges, reduced contrast, natural vignetting, and subtle field distortion
• Warm flare tones: Red and blue hues with redesigned coatings to reduce green bias and improve color rendition
• Almost no focus breathing: High central resolution for modern film production
• Available in Canon EF mount: For this 65mm model
• 0.8 MOD: cine-gear for standard compatibility

Frequently asked questions

Does the product require phantom power?
No, the lens does not require phantom power as it is a manual lens.

What type of aperture does the lens have?
The lens has a fast maximum aperture of T1.5 and a minimum aperture of T22.

Is the lens compatible with full-frame sensors?
Yes, the lens is designed to cover both full-frame and large format sensors.

How is the focus control designed?
The focus control is designed for precise manual use with a rotation of approximately 300° and a 0.8 MOD cine gear.