Tokina Vista-C 105mm T1.5 Cinema MFT

Tokina Vista-C 105mm T1.5 Cinema MFT – Fast T1.5 with vintage-inspired character for filmmakers

Tokina Vista-C 105mm T1.5 Cinema MFT is part of the exclusive Vista-C family of cine primes, designed specifically for filmmakers seeking a distinct and characterful image. This 105mm lens combines a vintage-inspired aesthetic with modern reliability. It offers an optical and mechanical design that is consistent throughout the series, making it ideal for both professional and aspiring filmmakers who want to elevate their film projects with a unique visual style.

Characteristic optics and image character

Vista-C primes are equipped with entirely new optics and coatings, setting them apart from previous Vista lines. These lenses are carefully tuned to achieve a refined vintage aesthetic that gives a classic and organic feel to the images. They offer mild field distortion, contributing to a cinematic personality, and the natural vignetting along with softer edges makes the transitions between subjects and backgrounds more harmonious. The lens's 9-blade curved iris creates a smooth and pleasing bokeh, resulting in rounded out-of-focus light points. The contrast is slightly subdued, providing a warmer rendering and minimizing green tint compared to earlier versions. The redesigned coatings offer expressive blue and red flare tones, further enriching the visual experience.

Large-format coverage and aperture

The Vista-C series supports both full-frame and large-format sensors, making these lenses extremely versatile. All lenses in the series have a fast T1.5 maximum aperture and a T22 minimum aperture. This allows for working with shallow depth of field and gives filmmakers the ability to control exposure effectively. With an image circle of over 46.7 mm, the lenses are suited for sensors up to 65 mm, including ARRI ALEXA 65 Open Gate. This makes them a perfect choice for projects that require high quality and large image area.

Mechanics and consistency across the set

Tokina has designed the Vista-C lenses with professional production workflows in mind. The series combines a robust mechanical construction with consistent handling, making lens changes smooth and the results predictable during shooting. The housing is made of metal, and the shared outer form factor across the series creates a unified user experience. The consistent gear positions and the 114 mm outer front diameter facilitate use with matte boxes and FIZ systems. With a focus rotation of approximately 300°, the user achieves precise control and smooth focus pulls, while the 0.8 MOD cine gears mounted on the lenses make them compatible with standard follow-focus systems. Additionally, the lenses exhibit almost no focus breathing, preventing disruptive changes in image angle during focus pulls.

Where Vista-C fits in production

The Vista-C series is perfectly suited for productions that require a combination of classic cine character and modern optical and mechanical design. It is ideal for feature films, series production, and commercials where an expressive, cinematic look is essential. By preserving production efficiency and large-format coverage, these lenses offer an excellent solution for filmmakers striving for high quality in their films.

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum aperture for the Tokina Vista-C 105mm T1.5 Cinema MFT?
The maximum aperture is T1.5.

What type of image character do the lenses in the Vista-C series offer?
The lenses provide a refined vintage aesthetic with mild field distortion and natural vignetting, giving a classic and organic feel to the images.

How much focus rotation does the Tokina Vista-C 105mm T1.5 have?
The focus rotation is approximately 300°.

What type of mechanical construction do the lenses in the Vista-C series have?
The lenses have a robust mechanical construction with consistent handling, making lens changes smooth and the results predictable during recording.