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Rokinon 50mm T1.5 Cine DS Canon EF Lens
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Elevate Your Filmmaking with Cinematic Precision The Rokinon 50mm T1.5 Cine DS Lens is a high-quality manual focus prime lens designed for cinema and video applications. With its fast T1.5 aperture, industry-standard gearing, and de-clicked aperture ring, this lens offers exceptional control over...
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Overview
Elevate Your Filmmaking with Cinematic Precision
The Rokinon 50mm T1.5 Cine DS Lens is a high-quality manual focus prime lens designed for cinema and video applications. With its fast T1.5 aperture, industry-standard gearing, and de-clicked aperture ring, this lens offers exceptional control over depth of field and smooth iris pulls. The included bundle provides essential accessories for professional filmmaking.
Specifications:
- Focal Length: 50mm
- Aperture: T1.5
- Mount: Canon EF Mount
- Focus: Manual Focus
- Elements/Groups: 9 elements in 6 groups
- Special Elements: 1 Aspherical element, 1 Hybrid Aspherical element
- Iris Blades: 8
- Filter Thread: 77mm
Key Features
Rokinon 50mm T1.5 Cine DS Lens for Canon EF Mount - Front Lens Cap - Rear Lens Cap - Removable Petal-Style Lens Hood - Soft Case - Rokinon 1 Year Limited Warranty - 77mm Filter Kit (UV/CPL/ND) - Lens Wrap (19x19) - Flex Lens Shade - Cleaning Kit - Lens Pen Cleaner - Capleash II - MAC Software Package
Standard length manual focus prime lens for EF mount cameras.
Functional as still photo lens but optimized for cinema and video shooting with geared aperture and focus rings, de-clicked aperture for smooth exposure transitions and laterally printed aperture and distance markings.
The 50mm T1.5 is part of the DS series of cine lenses, sharing characteristics and features that unify the series and make it easier for users to swap out lenses when shooting video. Each DS lens provides aligned focus and aperture rings so that readjustment of the follow focus is not necessary when switching lenses.
Each DS lens has been tested to match color and contrast for a consistent look and less potential post-processing. Finally, all DS lenses print focus scales on each side of the lens barrel for ease of use from both sides of the camera.
Specifications
Lens Mount
Canon EF Mount
Focal Length
50mm
Maximum Aperture
T1.5
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Aperture Type
De-clicked
Filter Thread Size
77mm
Lens Hood
Removable Petal-Style
Warranty
1 Year Limited Warranty
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Optimized for cinema and video shooting with geared aperture and focus rings, facilitating precise adjustments
- Features a de-clicked aperture, enabling smooth and silent exposure transitions essential for video recording
- Provides laterally printed aperture and distance markings, enhancing visibility and ease of use from various camera positions
- Designed as part of the DS series, ensuring aligned focus and aperture rings for seamless lens swapping without readjusting follow focus
- Tested to match color and contrast within the DS series, contributing to a consistent visual look and reduced post-processing effort
- Includes a comprehensive accessory kit, featuring a 77mm filter kit (UV/CPL/ND), lens wrap, flex lens shade, and cleaning tools
- Offers a standard 50mm focal length, which is versatile for a wide range of shooting scenarios from portraits to cinematic shots
👎 Cons
- This is a manual focus prime lens, meaning autofocus is not supported, requiring manual adjustment for sharpness
- The lens is specifically designed for Canon EF Mount cameras, limiting its direct compatibility with other camera systems
- The de-clicked aperture, while beneficial for video, may be less intuitive for still photographers who prefer distinct click stops
- As a prime lens, it lacks zoom capability, requiring physical movement to change perspective or framing
- The included petal-style lens hood is removable, which could potentially be misplaced if not stored carefully
- The 1-year limited warranty from Rokinon may be shorter than some users desire for specialized cinema equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Rokinon 50mm lens compatible with cameras other than Canon EF Mount?
This Rokinon 50mm T1.5 Cine DS Lens is specifically designed for Canon EF Mount cameras and may require adapters for use with other systems, which could affect performance.
Does the lens support autofocus for photography or video?
The Rokinon 50mm T1.5 Cine DS is a manual focus prime lens, meaning that all focusing adjustments must be done manually.
What is the purpose of the geared aperture and focus rings on this lens?
The geared aperture and focus rings are optimized for cinema and video shooting, allowing for smooth, precise control with follow focus systems, which is crucial for professional video production.
What does "de-clicked aperture" mean for this lens?
A de-clicked aperture on this lens allows for silent and smooth exposure transitions during video recording, preventing noticeable jumps in brightness that a traditional clicked aperture might cause.
Are the focus scales visible from both sides of the camera?
Yes, as part of the DS series, this lens features focus scales printed on both sides of the lens barrel, enhancing usability for camera operators working from different positions.
What accessories are included with the Rokinon 50mm T1.5 Cine DS lens?
The lens comes with a front lens cap, rear lens cap, removable petal-style lens hood, soft case, a 77mm filter kit (UV/CPL/ND), lens wrap, flex lens shade, cleaning kit, lens pen cleaner, capleash II, and a MAC Software Package.
Does this lens match the color and contrast of other Rokinon DS series lenses?
Yes, each DS series lens, including the 50mm T1.5, has been tested to match color and contrast, aiming for a consistent look across the series and potentially reducing post-processing needs when switching lenses.
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