Tokina Vista-P 105mm T1.5 Cinema Canon EF

Tokina Vista-P 105mm T1.5 Cinema Canon EF – Vintage Style with Low Contrast and Swirling Petzval Bokeh

Tokina Vista-P 105mm T1.5 Cinema Canon EF is a large format cine prime that brings a vintage-inspired, low-contrast aesthetic into modern filmmaking workflows. It combines an updated optical design with robust cine-mechanical solutions to deliver expressive spherical distortion and characteristic swirling, Petzval-like bokeh while being suitable for high-resolution recording.

Vintage-Inspired Optics and Expressive Bokeh

The Vista-P lenses have been updated to increase the distance between the optical elements, resulting in a more expressive image signature. With stronger spherical distortion and the distinctive swirling background rendering associated with Petzval-type optics, the lens offers a fascinating balance between classic character and modern image quality. It has sharp central sharpness and is perfect for contemporary film productions where artistic expression is of great importance.

Optical Performance and Image Coverage

With a fast maximum aperture of T1.5 and a minimum aperture of T22, combined with a 9-blade curved iris, the 105mm Vista-P provides a soft and rounded bokeh. The large image circle of 46.7 mm covers full-frame, VistaVision, and digital 65 mm sensors, making the lens ideal for high-resolution recording, including up to 8K. Optically, the lens is tuned to maintain high resolution in the center of the image while controlling chromatic aberration and offering a more stylized rendering towards the edges.

Focus breathing is kept to a minimum, meaning that recomposition during focus pulls remains subtle and seamless. The fast T1.5 aperture also allows for shallow depth of field and provides flexibility for use in low light, making it a versatile tool for filmmakers.

Mechanics Designed for Cine Use

The 105mm Vista-P is built with a robust all-metal cine housing and 0.8 MOD focus and iris gears, ensuring reliable use with follow-focus and motorized systems. The lens offers approximately 300° of focus rotation, allowing for precise, repeatable focus pulls. With a consistent front diameter of 114 mm and a filter thread of 112 mm across the entire Vista-P series, the gear positions are matched across focal lengths to facilitate quick lens changes when using matte boxes and FIZ systems.

Mounts, Modifications, and Workflow Flexibility

This listing pertains to the Canon EF mount for the 105mm Vista-P. The Vista-P series is available in several mount options across its range, including PL, EF, MFT, E, and LPL, providing flexibility for a variety of cine cameras and rental packages. Additionally, Vista-P optics are offered both as new lenses and as a one-way modification of existing Vista Primes, providing a creative upgrade path for productions that already rely on the Vista ecosystem.

Specifications

• Maximum Aperture: T1.5
• Minimum Aperture: T22
• Optical Design: 9-blade curved iris
• Image Circle: 46.7 mm
• Mount: Canon EF
• Focus Rotation: Approx. 300°
• Filter Thread: 112 mm
• Build Material: All metal

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum aperture of the Tokina Vista-P 105mm T1.5 Cinema Canon EF?
It has a fast maximum aperture of T1.5.

What type of bokeh does the lens offer?
The lens provides a soft and rounded bokeh thanks to the 9-blade curved iris.

How much focus rotation does the lens offer?
It offers approximately 300° of focus rotation, allowing for precise, repeatable focus pulls.

What mount options are available for the Vista-P series?
The Vista-P series is available in several mount options, including PL, EF, MFT, E, and LPL.