Tokina Vista-P 50mm T1.5 Cinema Sony E

Tokina Vista-P 50mm T1.5 Cine Lens — Vintage-inspired lower contrast rendering with fast T1.5 aperture (Sony E)

The Tokina Vista-P 50mm T1.5 cine lens offers a unique vintage-inspired look with lower contrast, making it perfect for modern large-format workflows. With its fast T1.5 aperture and robust construction, this lens is ideal for filmmakers and video producers seeking a combination of style and functionality. It mounts directly onto compatible mirrorless cine and hybrid cameras, delivering the distinct Vista-P character with modern usability.

Vintage-inspired optics with modern control

Vista-P primes are designed to provide expressive images by increasing the distance between elements, creating a stronger spherical distortion and a swirling, Petzval-like bokeh. Tokina has also optimized the lens to ensure high resolution in the center of the image and control over chromatic aberration. This results in images that are both characterful and sharp, making them perfect for high-resolution recordings.

The lens features a fast maximum aperture of T1.5 and a 9-blade curved iris, allowing for a shallow depth of field and a smooth round bokeh. The minimum aperture can be adjusted to T22, providing flexibility for situations where an extended depth of field is needed.

Large format coverage and readiness for high resolution

Tokina has constructed the Vista-P series with a large image circle of 46.7 mm, making the lens suitable for use on full-frame, VistaVision, and digital 65 mm sensors. This allows the lens to be used for high-resolution recordings up to 8K, making it an excellent choice for professional film projects.

Optical behavior and practical effects

• Lower contrast rendering across the image for a more stylized, cinematic look.
• Strong spherical distortion and swirling background rendering for an expressive bokeh appearance.
• Sharp central focus combined with a more characterful fall-off towards the edges.
• Optical adjustment that keeps chromatic aberration low while highlighting vintage-like rendering.
• Almost zero focus breathing, meaning that recomposition during focus pulls appears subtle and predictable.

Reliable cine mechanics for professional production

The Vista-P 50mm T1.5 combines its optical character with robust cine mechanics. Tokina equips the lens with a full metal housing for cine use that is both durable and easy to integrate into professional rigs. The lens has 0.8 MOD focus and iris gears that are compatible with industry-standard follow focus systems, facilitating use during filming.

• Approximately 300° focus rotation for fine, repeatable focus pulls.
• Matched gear positions in the series to speed up lens changes when using matte boxes and FIZ systems.
• Consistent front diameter of 114 mm and a 112 mm front filter thread for predictable filtering and matte box setup across the Vista-P series.

Mounting options and upgrade paths

Vista-P primes are available in several mounts, providing users with flexibility and opportunities to upgrade their equipment based on different camera systems.

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum aperture of the Tokina Vista-P 50mm T1.5?
The maximum aperture is T1.5.

What type of cameras can the Tokina Vista-P 50mm T1.5 be mounted on?
It mounts directly on compatible mirrorless cine and hybrid cameras.

What is the minimum aperture that can be adjusted on the lens?
The minimum aperture can be adjusted to T22.

What is the optical character of the Tokina Vista-P 50mm T1.5?
The lens offers lower contrast rendition, strong spherical distortion, and swirling background rendition for an expressive bokeh appearance.