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Tokina AT-X 11-16mm T3.0 Cinema Lens MFT Mount

Capture Stunning Wide-Angle Cinema with Tokina AT-X Lens The Tokina Cinema AT-X 11-16mm T3.0 Lens is designed for Micro Four Thirds camera mounts, offering a wide-angle perspective perfect for cinematic storytelling. This lens is built for professional use with geared rings and a constant apertur...

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Overview

Capture Stunning Wide-Angle Cinema with Tokina AT-X Lens

The Tokina Cinema AT-X 11-16mm T3.0 Lens is designed for Micro Four Thirds camera mounts, offering a wide-angle perspective perfect for cinematic storytelling. This lens is built for professional use with geared rings and a constant aperture.

Specifications:

  • Sensor Coverage: APS-C and Super-35 Sensors.
  • Aperture: Constant T3.0.
  • Focus, Aperture, and Zoom Rings: Geared.
  • Aperture Ring: De-Clicked.
  • Lens Elements: Two Aspherical Lens Elements, Two Super-Low Dispersion Lens Elements.
  • Coating: Multi-Layer Coating.

Key Features

This version is originally intended for sale outside the USA, No WarrantyCovers APS-C and Super-35 Sensors Parfocal Lens DesignConstant T3.0 Aperture Geared Focus, Aperture, and Zoom RingsDe-Clicked Aperture Ring Two Aspherical Lens ElementsTwo Super-Low Dispersion Lens Elements Multi-Layer Coating

Specifications

Brand
Tokina
Model
AT-X 11-16mm T3.0 Cinema Lens
Mount
MFT (Micro Four Thirds)
Sensor Coverage
APS-C and Super-35
Lens Design
Parfocal
Aperture
Constant T3.0
Lens Elements
Two Aspherical, Two Super-Low Dispersion
Coatings
Multi-Layer Coating
Control Rings
Geared Focus, Aperture, and Zoom
Aperture Ring Feature
De-Clicked

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • The Tokina AT-X 11-16mm T3.0 Cinema Lens is designed to cover APS-C and Super-35 sensors, making it versatile for various camera systems.
  • It features a parfocal lens design, ensuring that focus remains constant throughout the zoom range, which is critical for video production.
  • A constant T3.0 aperture across the zoom range provides consistent exposure and low-light performance.
  • Geared rings for focus, aperture, and zoom allow for precise and smooth adjustments with follow focus systems.
  • The de-clicked aperture ring enables seamless and silent aperture changes during video recording, preventing audible clicks.

👎 Cons

  • This specific version of the lens is intended for sale outside the USA, meaning it may not come with a manufacturer's warranty valid in the USA.
  • The MFT mount limits its direct compatibility to Micro Four Thirds camera bodies, requiring adapters for other systems.
  • Despite covering APS-C and Super-35 sensors, it's not a full-frame lens, which might be a limitation for some high-end productions.
  • The 11-16mm focal range is relatively narrow, offering less versatility than zoom lenses with a wider range.
  • While multi-layer coating is present, the specific coating technology details are not extensively elaborated for comparison to newer lenses.

Frequently Asked Questions

This Tokina AT-X 11-16mm cinema lens is designed to cover both APS-C and Super-35 sensors, making it versatile for various camera systems.
The lens features a constant T3.0 aperture, which is beneficial for consistent exposure throughout the zoom range, especially in varying lighting conditions.
Yes, this lens is equipped with geared focus, aperture, and zoom rings, which are essential for professional follow-focus systems in cinema production.
Yes, the aperture ring is de-clicked, allowing for smooth and silent transitions during video recording without audible clicks.
Yes, the lens incorporates two aspherical lens elements and two Super-Low Dispersion lens elements, designed to enhance image quality and reduce aberrations.
This version of the Tokina AT-X 11-16mm T3.0 Cinema Lens is originally intended for sale outside the USA and does not come with a warranty.

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