Manual focus cinema prime lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras.
The Samyang 35mm T1.5 Cine AS UMC II is a cinema-specification manual-focus prime for Micro Four Thirds cameras. On MFT's 2x crop factor, 35mm is equivalent to approximately 70mm full-frame — placing it in the portrait/short-telephoto range, not a wide angle. UMC II indicates the second-generation ultra-multi-coating.
35mm focal length (≈70mm FF equiv on MFT), T1.5 maximum aperture, de-clicked aperture ring, focus gear, Micro Four Thirds mount, UMC II multicoating, no electronic contacts.
The 35mm focal length on MFT produces a portrait-length field of view — this lens functions as a portrait prime or dialogue lens in MFT cinema and documentary rigs, not as a wide-angle. This differentiates it sharply from the same optical formula in APS-C or full-frame mounts. No electronics mean no EXIF recording and no IBIS communication — in-body stabilisation operates without lens data.
Check de-click aperture ring for smooth, silent operation (critical for video exposure pulls). Test focus ring travel for smooth pull focus. Inspect UMC coating for cleaning marks. Verify MFT mount engagement and lock. No IS — confirm stabilisation approach for intended use (gimbal, cage, IBIS-only).