Samyang's XEEN cinema ultra-wide — the 14mm T3.1 for professional film production on Canon EF.
The Samyang XEEN 14mm T3.1 Cine is a professional cinema ultra-wide prime from Samyang's XEEN series for Canon EF mount. Based on the well-regarded Samyang 14mm f/2.8 stills lens, the XEEN version adds full cinema-grade construction — geared focus and iris rings, 114mm front diameter, and luminous markings for professional film production use.
Optical performance is good — derived from the popular Samyang 14mm f/2.8 stills lens. The T3.1 rating reflects actual light transmission. Sharpness is good across the frame. Focus breathing is minimised. The 114mm front diameter matches cinema industry standards for matte box compatibility. Colour rendering is matched across the XEEN set for consistent grading.
Canon EF mount — available in other mounts including PL, Sony E, and Nikon F. The 114mm front diameter matches cinema matte boxes. Weight is approximately 1,100 grams. Build quality is cinema-grade with full geared rings, luminous focus markings, and long focus throw for precise control. Manual focus — standard for cinema.
Available on the used market at moderate cinema lens prices. Check geared ring smoothness and optical alignment. An excellent ultra-wide cinema option — XEEN quality at an accessible price. The Samyang 14mm f/2.8 stills heritage provides proven optics. Far more affordable than Canon CN-E or Zeiss CP.2 14mm alternatives.