Tokina Vista-C 18mm T1.5 Cinema PL

Tokina Vista-C 18mm T1.5 Cinema PL – Fast T1.5 with Vintage-Inspired Image Rendering

Tokina Vista-C 18mm T1.5 Cinema PL is the perfect choice for filmmakers looking for a lens that combines expressive image quality with modern technology. With its fast T1.5 aperture and a design inspired by vintage, this lens creates a cinematic feel with a unique character. It is ideal for both professional filmmakers and enthusiastic amateurs who want to take their film production to the next level.

Optical Character and Image Rendering

The Vista-C 18mm is optically tuned to offer a classic, cinematic feel. With soft field placement and a natural roll-off, it creates an appealing bokeh with softer edges. The slightly lowered contrast provides images with a more organic feel, and the new coatings deliver warm red and blue flare tones while reducing green color casts that may occur in earlier models. The lens has high central resolution, making it perfect for use with modern large-format sensors.

Large-Format Coverage and Aperture

This lens is designed to cover both full-frame and large-format sensors. With an image circle exceeding 46.7 mm, it is compatible with “full-frame plus” cameras, including ARRI ALEXA 65 Open Gate. The fast maximum aperture of T1.5 allows for a shallow depth of field, providing creative opportunities in image composition. Additionally, there is a minimum aperture of T22 for those occasions when greater depth of field or increased exposure control is needed. The innovative design ensures that focus pulls remain smooth and free from distracting changes in image angle, making it an excellent choice for professional film productions.

Mechanics, Handling, and Compatibility

Tokina Vista-C 18mm is built in a robust all-metal housing that ensures durability and long-lasting reliability. The lens features an ARRI PL mount with 0.8 MOD cine-gear and offers approximately 300° focus rotation for precise manual control. The shared front diameter of 114 mm and consistent gear positions allow for quick and reliable lens changes, which is crucial when using matte boxes and FIZ systems. The 9-blade curved iris helps maintain soft, round out-of-focus highlights even when stopped down, further enhancing creative potential.

Specifications

• Maximum Aperture: T1.5
• Minimum Aperture: T22
• Image Circle: >46.7 mm
• Compatibility: Full-frame and large-format sensors, ARRI ALEXA 65 Open Gate
• Focus Rotation: Approximately 300°
• Mount: ARRI PL with 0.8 MOD cine-gear
• Front Diameter: 114 mm

Frequently asked questions

What is the aperture of the Tokina Vista-C 18mm T1.5 Cinema PL?
It has a maximum aperture of T1.5 and a minimum aperture of T22.

What is the image circle for this lens?
The lens has an image circle that exceeds 46.7 mm.

What types of sensors is the Tokina Vista-C 18mm T1.5 Cinema PL compatible with?
It is compatible with full-frame and large-format sensors, including ARRI ALEXA 65 Open Gate.

How much focus rotation does the lens offer?
The lens offers approximately 300° of focus rotation for precise manual control.