Tokina Vista 180mm T1.9 Cinema PL

Tokina Vista 180mm T1.9 Cinema PL – Fast T1.9 for shallow depth of field and low-light filming

Tokina Vista 180mm T1.9 Cinema PL is a high-performance telephoto cinema lens, meticulously designed for filmmakers in need of a bright T-stop and stable optical performance. With its internal focus design and large image circle that exceeds full-frame format, this lens is ideal for high-resolution video productions, including 8K recordings. Whether you are filming in low light or need a shallow depth of field, this lens offers the flexibility and sharpness to meet your creative demands.

Optical properties

The lens features an impressive T1.9 that enables filming in low light as well as achieving very shallow depth of field, which is crucial for creating that dramatic and artistic expression. Tokina includes aspherical elements and modern coatings to minimize chromatic aberrations, ensuring that you get sharp and clear images across the entire field. This makes the lens particularly suitable for use with high-resolution sensors, making it an excellent choice for 8K video recording.

Bokeh, aperture, and breathing

With its 9-blade aperture, the lens creates round and natural out-of-focus highlights, providing an appealing bokeh that enhances the visual experience. Additionally, the optics in the Vista series are designed to minimize breathing during focus pulls, allowing you to maintain framing and composition when adjusting focus, which is an important aspect of filmmaking.

Design and handling

Tokina Vista 180mm has a form factor and lens gear position that aligns with other lenses in the Tokina Cinema Vista series. This means you can swap lenses quickly and easily while keeping accessories aligned across your kit. The internal focus design ensures that the length of the lens remains constant during focus adjustments, preventing image shifts when focus changes.

Practical use and compatibility

With an image circle of 46.7 mm (PL), this lens covers full-frame sensors as well as VistaVision and Red Dragon formats, making it versatile for various types of productions. Focus and aperture scales are placed on both sides of the lens barrel, making it easy to read from different angles. The robust construction is designed to withstand professional use, making it ideal for frequent lens changes on set.

Key features

• Fast T1.9 for low-light filming
• Image circle of 46.7 mm (PL) covering full-frame, VistaVision, and Red Dragon
• Highly appealing image character across the aperture range and usable wide open
• Constant lens length during focus pulls (internal focus)
• No image shift during focus pulls
• 9-blade aperture for naturally looking bokeh
• Robust construction for professional use
• Focus and aperture scales on both sides

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

Does the lens require phantom power?
No, the Tokina Vista 180mm T1.9 Cinema PL is a manual lens and does not require phantom power.

What type of image circle does the lens have?
The lens has an image circle of 46.7 mm (PL) that covers full-frame sensors as well as VistaVision and Red Dragon formats.

How many blades does the aperture have in this lens?
The lens has a 9-blade aperture that creates round and natural out-of-focus highlights.

Is the lens designed to minimize breathing?
Yes, the optics in the Vista series are designed to minimize breathing during focus pulls, which helps maintain framing and composition.