Rokinon

Rokinon XN135-PL 135mm T2.2 Professional Cine Lens (PL Mount)

5.0 (6 reviews)

Professional 135mm T2.2 cine lens with 200-degree focus throw and 11-blade iris for cinematic bokeh on PL-mount cameras.

$128.00*$1,284.95Save 90%
Check availability

*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated:Jul 13, 2026.Price and availability are subject to change.

Affiliate Disclosure: Studio Supplies may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links on this page, at no additional cost to you. This helps support our editorial team.

Notice a mistake? Let Us Know

Overview

The Rokinon Xeen 135mm T2.2 is a purpose-built cinema prime designed for professional film and video production. Unlike still-photography lenses adapted for video use, the Xeen line is engineered from the ground up with filmmakers in mind. The 200-degree focus throw gives focus pullers the precision they need for repeatable marks, while the de-clicked aperture ring allows smooth, silent iris transitions mid-take. The 11-blade diaphragm creates a pleasing circular bokeh character that flatters portraiture and interview setups, and the T2.2 aperture rating means the lens transmits enough light for controlled interior and low-light shooting scenarios.

Built around a full-frame image circle, this 135mm prime delivers a flattering compression effect ideal for medium close-ups, over-the-shoulder dialogue coverage, and documentary work where the camera needs to maintain distance from the subject. The aluminum housing is robust enough for daily production use, and the standardized 114mm front diameter means it integrates seamlessly into professional matte box and filter workflows without requiring adapter rings. The PL mount ensures a rock-solid mechanical connection to cinema camera bodies from ARRI, RED, Sony, and Blackmagic, making it a practical addition to any PL-mount lens kit.

Key Features

Features an aluminum body for increased durability, a tripod mount, large & easy to read markings, and a long focus throw (200 Degree)

Unified focus, aperture gear and T-stop scale positions among all Xeon by Rokinon lenses

Xeon by Rokinon lenses all have a 11 bladed diaphragm & unified 114mm front diameters for use with standard matte boxes

Angle of view 18.8⁰ on full frame cameras and 12.4⁰ on APS-C camera

Minimum focusing distance of 31.5 inches

Specifications

Brand
Rokinon
Model
XN135-PL
Focal Length
135mm
T-Stop
T2.2
Mount
PL
Body Material
Aluminum
Front Diameter
114mm
Diaphragm Blades
11
Focus Throw
200 Degrees
Minimum Focusing Distance
31.5 inches
Angle of View (Full Frame)
18.8°
Angle of View (APS-C)
12.4°

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • 200-degree focus throw allows extremely precise manual focus pulls during takes.
  • T2.2 maximum aperture provides strong low-light performance and shallow depth of field at 135mm.
  • 114mm front diameter matches the industry-standard cine matte box size without adapters.
  • 11-blade diaphragm produces smooth, rounded bokeh in out-of-focus areas.
  • Aluminum body construction adds durability while keeping weight manageable for handheld rigs.

👎 Cons

  • PL mount limits compatibility to cinema cameras or requires a PL-to-EF/E adapter for hybrid shooters.
  • At 135mm with a 31.5-inch minimum focus distance, it is not suitable for tight interior close-up work.
  • The lens lacks electronic contacts, so no lens metadata is transmitted to the camera body.
  • Heavier and larger than comparable photo-style 135mm primes, adding bulk to gimbal setups.

Frequently Asked Questions

This lens uses a PL (Positive Lock) mount, which is standard on professional cinema cameras from ARRI, RED, Sony CineAlta, and Blackmagic URSA lines. It does not natively fit EF, F, or E-mount cameras without an adapter.
The minimum focusing distance is 31.5 inches (approximately 80 cm), which is typical for a 135mm cine prime and suitable for medium close-ups.
Yes, the Xeen 135mm features a standard 0.8 mod cine gear on the focus ring with a generous 200-degree focus throw, making it fully compatible with industry-standard follow-focus units.
Yes, it covers full-frame sensors with an 18.8-degree angle of view. On APS-C / Super 35 sensors the angle of view narrows to 12.4 degrees.
The front diameter is 114mm, which matches the common cine standard for matte boxes and clip-on filters, so no step-up rings are needed.