Mitakon Zhongyi 35mm T1 Speedmaster Cine Lens
The Mitakon Zhongyi 35mm T1 is a 35mm f/1 lens designed for Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, L-Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Mitakon Zhongyi 35mm T1
Key Features — Mitakon Zhongyi 35mm T1
T1 Maximum Aperture: An exceptionally fast T1 aperture allows for shooting in very low light and produces pronounced background separation with shallow depth of field.
35mm Full-Frame Prime: Covers full-frame sensors without vignetting, making it a versatile standard focal length for both narrative and documentary work.
Cine Lens Design: Built with video workflows in mind, featuring cinema-style markings and smooth operation suited to focus pulling on set.
Manual Focus Only: Dedicated manual focus control gives operators precise, repeatable focus pulls without interference from autofocus systems.
Four Mount Options: Available in Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and L-Mount, covering the major mirrorless camera systems from a single lens design.
77mm Filter Thread: A common 77mm front thread makes it easy and affordable to use existing filters from a standard filter system.
Lens Specifications — Mitakon Zhongyi 35mm T1
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, L-Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 77mm |
Description — Mitakon Zhongyi 35mm T1
The Mitakon Zhongyi 35mm T1 Speedmaster Cine Lens is a manual focus, full-frame prime lens delivering an impressive T1 maximum aperture. Built for mirrorless camera systems, it is offered in Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and L-Mount variants, giving a wide range of shooters access to its fast aperture performance. At a 35mm focal length in the standard range, it is a practical choice for everyday shooting situations where a natural perspective is desired.
The cine-type design reflects a build philosophy oriented toward video production workflows. The lens weighs 615g and accepts 77mm filters — a popular size that integrates easily into most filter systems. With no image stabilization and manual focus only, this lens rewards shooters who prioritize deliberate control over automated convenience.
The T1 aperture makes it particularly compelling for cinematographers and photographers working in difficult lighting conditions who want maximum optical performance from a mirrorless-native lens.
Pros — Mitakon Zhongyi 35mm T1
- ✓Exceptional T1 maximum aperture — one of the fastest available for full-frame mirrorless systems
- ✓Full-frame coverage (lensFormat: Full Frame) means no vignetting on full-frame mirrorless bodies
- ✓Broad mount compatibility across Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and L-Mount systems
Cons — Mitakon Zhongyi 35mm T1
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, which may limit use in fast-moving or run-and-gun scenarios
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring steady technique or stabilized camera bodies
- ✗Single focal length (35mm prime) with no zoom flexibility
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