VILTROX has simply launched a Micro 4 Thirds model of its current T1.5 guide cine prime lenses for cropped sensors. The set consists of three focal lengths (23, 33, and 56mm), all with the identical dimension, outer diameter, and focus/iris ring positions. Pricing begins at $415.

Final yr, Chinese language lens producer VILTROX launched a sequence of three quick cine prime lenses, designed particularly for Sony E-mount APS-C cameras. Now, they’re reissuing the identical glass household, however with a local Micro 4 Thirds mount.

This makes the brand new suite natively suitable with many in style mirrorless cameras, together with Panasonic’s flagship MFT mannequin, the LUMIX GH6, and the Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Digicam 4K. Let’s do a fast rundown of what these lenses can provide.

VILTROX MFT Cine Set: 23, 33 and 56mm T1.5

Just like the APS-C line, the VILTROX MFT Cine Set consists of three focal lengths: 23, 33 and 56mm. Really, given the appreciable crop issue of Micro 4 Thirds sensors, it will have been nice to see an excellent wider selection.

All lenses share a most aperture of T1.5, which is an efficient ally when taking pictures with Micro 4 Thirds sensors, particularly in low-light situations. The aperture is steady and incorporates a 14-blade design, which is claimed to offer easy round background bokeh. In fact, the main focus and iris management is absolutely guide.

Measurement, weight and optical design

An ideal benefit of those VILTROX cine prime lenses for MFTs, apart from their value, is that each one three lenses share the very same bodily dimension (72x75mm), with unified focus positions and aperture rings. This makes it a lot simpler to alter lenses in the course of a shot, as there is no such thing as a must rearrange comply with focus programs and different lens equipment.

The barrel is fabricated from aluminum and every lens weighs roughly 500g. The cinematic housing options business normal 0.8 MOD focus and iris gears, and the main focus vary is 153°. That needs to be sufficient to make sure correct focus operations for many functions. Moreover, 62mm filters may be screwed onto the devoted entrance filter thread.

The 33 and 56mm optical design options 10 parts divided into 9 teams (23mm: 11 parts / 10 teams). These embrace low-dispersion ED glass in addition to high-refraction lenses, whereas the entrance aspect has an HD multi-layer nano coating and a water-resistant antifouling coating. In response to the corporate, the optical formulations ought to lead to sharp photographs with minimal distortion, chromatic aberrations, and centered respiration.

Value and availability

The brand new VILTROX Cine Primes for MFT cameras at the moment are obtainable for buy at B&H. They share precisely the identical value as their E-mount counterparts ($415 a chunk). Within the field you’ll discover the lens, entrance and rear caps and a carrying bag. Lastly, the corporate can also be providing a set of three lenses for $1,200.

For extra info go to the VILTROX web site right here.

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