Tokina Vista-P 135mm T1.5 Cinema MFT

Tokina Vista-P 135mm T1.5 Cinema MFT – Fast T1.5 with vintage-inspired swirling bokeh

The Tokina Vista-P 135mm T1.5 Cinema MFT lens offers a perfect combination of vintage-inspired image character and modern cine mechanics. It is designed for filmmakers who seek precision and reliability in their tools while enjoying a lower contrast rendering and a distinct swirling bokeh. With its speed of T1.5, this lens is ideal for a variety of film productions, including narrative films, music videos, and commercials.

Optical construction and image character

The Vista-P primes build upon the previous Vista Prime series and feature an updated optical layout that increases the distance between elements. This results in stronger spherical distortion and a clearer swirling background rendering, providing a unique and stylized feel. Despite this, the lens maintains high resolution in the center of the image and controls chromatic aberration, making it an excellent choice for modern workflows in the film industry.

Aperture, bokeh, and low-light performance

With a maximum aperture of T1.5 and a minimum aperture of T22, the lens offers great flexibility in varying light conditions. The 9-blade curved iris creates a soft and rounded bokeh that is ideal for highlighting subjects in focus. The fast aperture also allows for shallow depth of field, which is advantageous in low light, making it easier to capture the atmosphere in different shooting environments.

Focus behavior and mechanics

The optical adjustment of the Vista-P minimizes focus breathing, meaning that transitions in framing during focus pulls are discreet and smooth. The mechanical construction offers a focus rotation of approximately 300°, providing precise and repeatable focus pulls. Additionally, it is compatible with cine gears, making it ideal for use with follow-focus systems. The gear positions are also matched across focal lengths in the series, facilitating quick lens changes when using matte boxes and FIZ systems. The lens is built with a full metal housing to ensure durability and reliability during shoots.

Large-format coverage and resolution

The Vista-P primes have a large image circle of 46.7 mm, allowing them to cover full-frame, VistaVision, and digital 65 mm sensors. This makes the lens suitable for high-resolution recording up to 8K, which is crucial for today’s demands for image quality in film production.

Front diameter, filters, and mounts

The entire series of Vista-P lenses has a consistent front diameter of 114 mm, with a front filter thread of 112 mm. Mounting options include PL, EF, MFT, E, and LPL, providing great flexibility for various film cameras and rental packages. The MFT designation identifies this specific model as the MFT mount variant, making it ideal for use with MFT cameras.

Who should use the Tokina Vista-P 135mm T1.5 Cinema MFT?

With its combination of vintage character, fast aperture, and modern cine mechanics, this lens is perfect for filmmakers working on narrative productions, music videos, commercials, and any shoots that strive for a stylized and swirling bokeh look while working with a large-format cine workflow.

Main features

• Vintage-inspired: Lower contrast rendering for a classic feel
• Fast aperture: T1.5 for low-light work
• Bokeh: Soft, rounded bokeh for stylized images
• Robust construction: Full metal housing for reliability
• Large image circle: Covers full-frame and high-resolution sensors

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum aperture on the Tokina Vista-P 135mm T1.5 Cinema MFT?
The maximum aperture is T1.5.

How much focus rotation does the lens offer?
The lens offers a focus rotation of approximately 300°.

What types of cameras is the Tokina Vista-P 135mm T1.5 Cinema MFT compatible with?
It is compatible with MFT cameras.

What type of image circle does the lens have?
The lens has a large image circle of 46.7 mm.