Tokina's cinema telephoto zoom — the 50-135mm T3.0 for Canon EF APS-C cinema production.
The Tokina Cinema 50-135mm T3.0 is a cinema adaptation of Tokina's well-regarded AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 stills zoom for Canon EF mount. Covering the telephoto range with a constant T3.0 aperture, it adds geared cinema rings and T-stop marking to the proven Tokina telephoto optics. Designed for APS-C/Super 35 cinema cameras.
Optical performance is based on the proven Tokina AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 stills lens — good sharpness throughout with the constant fast aperture. The cinema housing adds geared focus and zoom rings for professional follow-focus and zoom motor use. T-stop marking ensures exposure consistency. The telephoto zoom range covers portrait and close-up coverage.
Canon EF mount, APS-C/Super 35 coverage. Filter thread is 82mm. Weight is approximately 950 grams — heavier than the stills version due to cinema housing. Build quality is cinema-grade with geared rings. Manual zoom and focus — standard for cinema. The Tokina telephoto optics in cinema housing provide good quality at a competitive price.
Available on the used cinema market. Check all geared rings and zoom smoothness. An interesting cinema telephoto zoom — the constant T3.0 at this focal range is competitive. Based on proven Tokina stills optics. Best suited to APS-C cinema cameras like Blackmagic Pocket and Canon C-series in Super 35 mode.