Tokina Vista 85mm T1,5 Cinema PL

Tokina Vista 85mm T1.5 Cinema PL – Fast T1.5 for Low Light Shooting and Shallow Depth of Field

Tokina Vista 85 mm T1.5 Cinema PL is an exceptional 85 mm lens designed for filmmakers seeking a bright T-stop and smart handling solutions. With its internal focus design and a 9-blade iris, this lens offers pleasing bokeh and an image circle that covers more than full-frame sensors, making it ideal for high-resolution recording up to 8K. Whether you are working with low light filming or want to isolate your subject with shallow depth of field, this lens is a perfect companion.

Design and Handling

Tokina Vista 85 mm features a thoughtful design that shares the same form factor, focus and aperture gear position, as well as focus rotation and front diameter as other lenses in the Tokina Cinema Vista series. This means you can quickly swap lenses without needing to adjust gear positions, streamlining the workflow on set. The internal focus design ensures that the lens maintains a constant length during focus pulls, preventing image shift during focusing. Additionally, the focus and aperture scales are clearly marked on both sides of the lens, supporting follow-focus operations and facilitating measurement from either side of the camera rig.

Optical Characteristics

With a fast T1.5 aperture, the Vista 85 mm offers outstanding performance in low light and allows the photographer to create a very shallow depth of field to effectively isolate subjects. Tokina uses aspherical elements and modern lens coatings to minimize chromatic aberration, ensuring sharp and clear images across the frame. The lens is designed to perform optimally at the maximum aperture as well as throughout the aperture range, providing fantastic image character and beautiful bokeh. Additionally, the lens exhibits almost no breathing during focus pulls, preserving composition during focusing and being crucial for cinematic shots.

Applications

• Low light recording thanks to the fast T1.5 maximum aperture, allowing for stunning images even in challenging lighting conditions.
• Portraits and subject isolation where shallow depth of field and pleasing bokeh are desired to create visually appealing compositions.
• Workflows for high-resolution recording, as the lens covers more than full-frame and is suitable for 8K recording, making it an excellent investment for professional filmmakers.
• Professional cinema rigs that benefit from consistent gear positions across a prime series, providing a smooth and efficient workflow.

Features

• Fast T1.5 stop — excellent for low light recording.
• Image circle of 46.7 mm — covers full-frame sensors, VistaVision, and Red Dragon.
• Very pleasing image character across the aperture range and usable even at maximum aperture.
• Consistent lens length during focus pulls for increased user-friendliness.
• No image shift during focus pulls, ensuring stable composition.
• 9-blade iris for a natural look in bokeh and soft light reflections.
• Robust construction that meets the demands of professional film production.
• Focus and aperture scales on both sides for easy use from either side, facilitating collaboration on set.

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

Does the product require phantom power?
No, the Tokina Vista 85mm T1.5 Cinema PL does not require phantom power.

What is the maximum aperture of the lens?
The maximum aperture of the Tokina Vista 85mm T1.5 Cinema PL is T1.5.

What image circle does the lens cover?
The lens has an image circle of 46.7 mm, which covers full-frame sensors, VistaVision, and Red Dragon.

What applications is the lens suitable for?
The lens is suitable for low-light recording, portraits, and subject isolation as well as high-resolution recording up to 8K.