Tokina 100mm Macro T2,9 Cinema F Mount

Tokina 100mm Macro T2.9 Cinema F Mount – True 1:1 Macro with Professional Cine Controls

Tokina Cinema AT-X 100mm T2.9 macro is a full-frame 1:1 macro lens built specifically for film use. This lens offers unparalleled close-up reproduction at 1:1, allowing you to capture subjects with amazing detail and precision. With a maximum aperture of T2.9 in a cine-style, all-metal housing, this lens is designed to meet the needs of both professional filmmakers and ambitious photographers.

Key Features Overview

Tokina 100mm Macro T2.9 has several impressive features that make it an indispensable tool for filmmakers. Here are some of the most prominent features:

• True 1:1 close-up reproduction at a working distance of 11.8 inches (0.3 meters), allowing you to capture subjects with clarity.
• Fast T2.9 aperture offering a wide range up to T32, giving you full control over depth of field and exposure in various lighting conditions.
• Optical design for full-frame 35mm, ensuring high image quality and sharpness.
• De-clicked, 9-blade, curved iris for creating smooth out-of-focus areas and precise exposure control.
• Minimized focus breathing to ensure consistent framing during focus pulls, which is crucial for professional work.
• 4K-ready optical performance that delivers high sharpness, high contrast, and very low distortion as well as chromatic aberration.
• Robust, all-metal cine housing with geared focus and aperture rings designed for use with follow-focus systems.
• Available in PL, Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, and MFT mounts, making the lens compatible with various camera systems.

Optical Performance

This lens features an optical design classified as 4K-ready, meaning it is capable of producing sharp and high-contrast images. The Tokina 100mm Macro T2.9 also manages to keep distortion and chromatic aberration at very low levels, making it ideal for close-up recordings where detail and accurate reproduction are crucial for the final result.

Macro Capability and Working Distance

With a true 1:1 macro magnification, this lens can capture subjects at a working distance of just 11.8 inches (0.3 meters). This provides enough space for lighting and operator access, which is important for maintaining a comfortable working environment during recording.

Control and Handling for Filmmakers

Tokina 100mm Macro T2.9 uses a de-clicked iris with nine curved blades that allow for smooth aperture transitions and pleasing bokeh. With its wide T-stop range from T2.9 to T32, you have fine control over exposure and depth of field, which is particularly important when working with very close subjects. The cine-style, all-metal housing is equipped with geared focus and aperture rings, allowing the lens to easily integrate into professional workflows.

Mounts and Compatibility

Tokina 100mm Macro T2.9 is available in several different mounts so that it can fit various camera systems. You can choose between PL, Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, and MFT mounts depending on which camera you are using and which workflow you prefer.

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum aperture on the Tokina 100mm Macro T2.9?
The maximum aperture is T2.9.

What is the close focus reproduction for this macro lens?
The lens has true 1:1 close focus reproduction.

What working distance is required to achieve 1:1 macro magnification?
The working distance for 1:1 macro magnification is 11.8 inches (0.3 meters).

What types of camera systems is the Tokina 100mm Macro T2.9 compatible with?
The lens is available in PL, Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, and MFT mounts.