Samyang's updated cinema portrait prime — 85mm T1.5 MK2 with improved gearing and weather sealing.
The Samyang VDSLR 85mm T1.5 MK2 is the updated cinema version of Samyang's 85mm f/1.4, adding improved cine gearing, weather sealing, and refined mechanics. The MK2 addresses build quality criticisms of the original VDSLR line.
Same optical formula as the stills 85mm f/1.4 — sharp from T2.8 with pleasant portrait bokeh at T1.5. De-clicked aperture for smooth iris pulls. T-stop markings. Improved 0.8 module cine gearing vs original. Weather-sealed construction.
Available for multiple mounts. Weather-sealed — new for MK2. 0.8 module cine gear rings. De-clicked aperture. T-stop marking. Full-frame coverage. Improved over original VDSLR in build and sealing.
Available used at budget to mid-range prices. The MK2 improvements in weather sealing and gearing quality are meaningful for cinema use. For budget filmmakers wanting cinema-geared portrait prime with improved build quality.