Rokinon 50mm T1.5 AS UMC Cinema Lens
The Rokinon 50mm T1.5 AS UMC is a 50mm f/1.5 cinema lens designed for Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Nikon F, PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Rokinon 50mm T1.5 AS UMC
Key Features — Rokinon 50mm T1.5 AS UMC
T1.5 Maximum Aperture: Transmits a high volume of light for effective shooting in low-light environments and gives precise control over depth of field.
Full Frame Coverage: Image circle covers full frame sensors and is equally usable on APS-C, Micro Four Thirds, and other smaller formats.
Multiple Mount Options: Available in Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, and PL Mount, covering a broad range of camera platforms.
Manual Focus Design: Geared focus ring is built for smooth, repeatable focus pulls essential in professional cinema and video workflows.
Standard 50mm Focal Length: Renders a natural, human-eye perspective that translates well across narrative, documentary, and commercial productions.
AS UMC Optics: Aspherical elements and Ultra Multi-Coating reduce chromatic aberration, flare, and ghosting for cleaner image output.
Lens Specifications — Rokinon 50mm T1.5 AS UMC
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio, Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.5 |
| Camera System | DSLR |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Nikon F, PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 77mm |
Description — Rokinon 50mm T1.5 AS UMC
The Rokinon 50mm T1.5 AS UMC Cinema Lens is a prime lens purpose-built for cine and video production, falling within the standard focal length range. Its T1.5 maximum aperture makes it a genuinely fast option for cinematographers who need reliable performance in challenging light. The lens is designed around a full frame image circle, ensuring it covers full frame sensors completely while remaining usable on smaller sensor formats.
At 575g, the lens strikes a workable balance between durability and portability. The 77mm filter thread is a practical size for production use, with a broad ecosystem of compatible accessories available. Mount options span Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Nikon F, and PL Mount, giving this lens exceptional versatility across different camera platforms without the need for additional adapters.
Focus is manual, aligning with standard cinema lens practice where focus pullers require consistent, tactile control over focus ring movement. There is no image stabilization, so shooters should plan accordingly when working handheld. For cinematographers building out a cine lens kit seeking a fast, standard focal length prime with broad mount compatibility, this Rokinon offers a compelling combination of aperture speed and cross-platform flexibility.
Pros — Rokinon 50mm T1.5 AS UMC
- ✓Fast T1.5 maximum aperture provides strong light-gathering capability for low-light shooting scenarios
- ✓Full frame lens format ensures compatibility with full frame and smaller sensor camera systems
- ✓Broad mount compatibility covers Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, Nikon F, and PL Mount
Cons — Rokinon 50mm T1.5 AS UMC
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus capability, which may limit use in fast-paced or run-and-gun scenarios
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring stabilized camera bodies or external rigs for smooth handheld footage
- ✗Fixed 50mm focal length offers no zoom flexibility, requiring additional lenses to cover other focal ranges
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