Samyang's VDSLR cinema prime for MFT — the 24mm T1.5 with geared focus and T-stop marking.
The Samyang VDSLR 24mm T1.5 ED AS IF UMC II is a cinema-adapted prime for Micro Four Thirds, providing a 48mm equivalent normal perspective for video work. The VDSLR designation adds cinema features — geared focus ring, de-clicked aperture, and T-stop marking — to Samyang's proven 24mm f/1.4 stills optics. The Mark II improves coatings.
Optical performance is based on the well-regarded Samyang 24mm f/1.4 stills lens. On MFT, the 48mm equivalent is a versatile normal perspective for narrative work. The T1.5 speed provides excellent low-light capability and shallow DOF. ED and aspherical elements control aberrations. UMC coatings reduce flare. Geared ring enables follow-focus use.
Micro Four Thirds mount. Filter thread is 77mm — large for MFT. Weight is approximately 680 grams — heavy for MFT. Build quality adds cinema geared rings to the stills lens barrel. Manual focus only. De-clicked aperture enables smooth iris transitions. The T-stop marking ensures exposure consistency between takes.
Available at budget cinema prices. Check geared ring smoothness. A functional cinema prime for MFT filmmakers working with cameras like the Blackmagic Pocket 4K and Panasonic GH series. The 48mm equivalent is versatile. The weight and size are disproportionate for MFT — a consequence of adapting a full-frame optical design.