Rokinon 85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC CINE Lens
The Rokinon 85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC is a 85mm f/1.5 cinema lens designed for Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, PL Mount mount cameras. Used copies start from $114.24 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Lens Overview — Rokinon 85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC
Key Features — Rokinon 85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC
85mm Prime Focal Length: A classic short telephoto length well-suited for subject-focused work in narrative, documentary, and portrait-driven video production.
T1.5 Maximum Aperture: Calibrated T-stop rating ensures consistent, accurate exposure across matched lens sets — a practical advantage over photo lenses rated in f-stops.
Full Frame Coverage: Image circle covers full frame sensors, making it compatible with larger format cinema and mirrorless cameras without vignetting.
Cinema Manual Focus Design: Smooth, geared focus ring is built for use with a follow focus system, supporting the independent focus puller workflow standard on professional sets.
Five Mount Options: Available in Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, and PL Mount, allowing the lens to move across a wide range of camera bodies without adapters.
PL Mount Compatibility: PL Mount version fits directly onto professional cinema cameras from ARRI and other industry-standard systems.
Lens Specifications — Rokinon 85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Video / Cinematography, Studio |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 85mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.5 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 72mm |
Description — Rokinon 85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC
The Rokinon 85mm T1.5 CINE is a prime lens engineered for the cinema and video market, covering a full frame image circle. It delivers a maximum aperture of T1.5, rated in the T-stop system used in professional cinematography for consistent exposure matching across lens sets. The focal length is fixed at 85mm, placing it in the standard-to-short telephoto range favored for a variety of production scenarios.
Focus is entirely manual, which is the standard expectation for cinema lenses used on professional sets with dedicated focus pullers. The lens weighs 582g and accepts 72mm front filters, making it straightforward to pair with common ND or effect filters. Mount options span Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, and PL Mount, giving this lens exceptional flexibility to work across diverse camera platforms.
There is no image stabilization, consistent with the cinema lens category where stabilization is typically handled at the rig or camera body level.
Pros — Rokinon 85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC
- ✓Wide T1.5 maximum aperture provides strong light-gathering capability for cinema applications
- ✓Full frame coverage (lensFormat: Full Frame) ensures compatibility with larger sensor cinema cameras
- ✓Available in five mount options — Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, and PL Mount — for broad camera compatibility
Cons — Rokinon 85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC
- ✗No autofocus (autoFocus: false) — not suitable for run-and-gun or solo operators relying on AF
- ✗No image stabilization (imageStabilization: None) — requires stabilized rigs or gimbals for smooth handheld footage
- ✗Fixed 85mm focal length offers no zoom flexibility, requiring lens changes to reframe
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Frequently Asked Questions — Rokinon 85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC
What camera mounts is this lens available in?+
The Rokinon 85mm T1.5 CINE is available in Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon F, Micro Four Thirds, and PL Mount. This broad mount availability means it can be used across a wide range of cinema and mirrorless camera bodies without adapters.
Does this lens work on full frame cameras?+
Yes. The lens format is specified as Full Frame, meaning it is designed to cover a full frame sensor without vignetting. It will also work on smaller sensor cameras in the supported mounts.
Does this lens have autofocus?+
No. This is a manual focus only lens, which is intentional for a cinema lens design. On a film or video set, focus is typically pulled manually by a dedicated focus puller, and the manual-only design supports that workflow.
What filter size does this lens use?+
The lens has a 72mm filter thread, allowing direct attachment of standard 72mm filters such as ND filters, polarizers, or diffusion glass commonly used in video production.
How much does this lens weigh?+
The lens weighs 582g. This puts it in a range that is manageable for use on gimbals, shoulder rigs, or handheld setups typically used in cinema and video production.
Is this lens suitable for photography as well as video?+
The lens is categorized under Cinema / Video for its camera system designation and is built around a manual focus cinema workflow. It can physically mount to compatible camera bodies, but the manual-only focus design means it is primarily optimized for video and film production use.