SLR Magic's fast cinema 35mm for Sony FE — the MicroPrime T1.3 for full-frame filmmaking.
The SLR Magic 35mm T1.3 MicroPrime Cine is a compact cinema prime designed for Sony FE full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras, part of SLR Magic's MicroPrime Cine series targeting affordable entry into dedicated cine prime lenses. The T1.3 transmission aperture rating is the optical equivalent of approximately f/1.3 in photographic terms.
The lens delivers 35mm at T1.3 with a fully manual focus ring featuring cine-standard gear teeth, a de-clicked aperture ring for smooth exposure pulls during video recording, focus scale calibrated in both feet and metres, and full-frame coverage. No electronic contacts or autofocus are provided.
The MicroPrime Cine series positioned SLR Magic as an accessible entry point for filmmakers wanting dedicated cinema lenses rather than repurposed photography glass. The T1.3 aperture provides genuine low-light capability for narrative and documentary video production. The compact size makes it practical for gimbal and drone cinema rigs.
Test the focus ring for smooth, consistent resistance throughout its travel — cine use requires reliable, repeatable focus pulls and any stickiness will impair pulling accuracy. Verify the de-clicked aperture ring transitions smoothly between stops without any click engagement. Inspect the front element for coating integrity and confirm full-frame coverage without vignetting at T1.3.