The Cinema division of Tokina has just announced the latest addition to their Vista Prime family of cinema glass. The new Tokina Cinema 180mm T1.9 Vista Prime lens is the longest focal length in the series. It covers VistaVision and S35 sensors and inherits the organic look of the other family members. The lens is now available for pre-order for $17,999. First announced in 2019, the Tokina Cinema Vista Prime series is one of the most comprehensive sets of cinema lenses. It already includes 11 fast focal lengths, ranging from 18 up to 135mm. With the introduction of the new Tokina Cinema 180mm T1.9 Vista Prime lens the family is growing. This new super-telephoto cinema prime represents the longest focal length of the set, thus offering an additional option for capturing motion from a distance. Let’s take a closer look. Image credit: Tokina Cinema Tokina Cinema 180mm T1.9 Vista Prime: overview As part of the Vista Prime set, the new 180mm T1.9 features an image circle of 46.7mm, enough to cover both VistaVision and Super35 sensors. This makes the lens compatible with many popular large-format cameras, including the RED V-RAPTOR, ARRI ALEXA Mini LF, and Sony VENICE 1 and 2. The lens mount is interchangeable and users can choose between different options: PL, LPL, Sony E, Canon EF, and MTF. However, if you wish to change the lens mount, you’ll need to send the lens back to a dedicated facility for service. While all other lenses in the series sport...
Published By: CineD - Thursday, 21 April, 2022