Rokinon has launched a new line of professional video-cinema lenses, which are called XEEN.
The Rokinon Xeen range currently consists of three lenses in 24mm, 50mm, and 85mm focal lengths with a fixed aperture of T1.5.
On a Super 35 sensor, the lenses will give an equivalent view of 35mm, 75mm, and 155mm, which are focal lengths that are commonly used in a variety of cinema and video productions.
Three more lenses are planned for release next year for a complete set of six lenses. 24mm, 50mm and 85mm lenses are all priced at $2495 USD each. They will be available in EF, PL, F, E and M4/3 mounts.
Rokinon Launches XEEN CINE Lenses
XEEN Specifications:
- Covers Full-Frame 35mm/Vista Vision
- Available in PL, Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, and Micro 4/3 Mounts
- Metal Construction & Fully Manual, No Electronics
- Internal Focus Design
- Multi-Coating for Color Consistency
- Dual Side Focus and T-Stop Scales
- 11 Blade Iris
- Cinema Gearing for Focus and Iris
- 200° Focus Rotation
- Min. Focus Distance: 24mm — 10″, 50mm — 18″, 85mm — 3′ 9″
- 114mm Front Diameter
- 1/4″-20 for Lens Support
- Weight: 24mm — 2.6 lbs., 50mm — 2.56 lbs., 85mm — 2.7 lbs.
- 3 Year Limited Warranty
- Availability: August 2015
- Price: $2,495 each
XEEN – the new Professional Video-Cinema Lenses From Samyang Optics
3 x lenses – 24mm, 50mm and 85mm focal lengths in new range.
August 10, 2015 – a new professional video-cinema lens brand has been announced today.
The XEEN series, from Samyang Optics, consists of three lenses, each delivering outstanding image quality with resolving power for high-definition videos and a bright T1.5 aperture. Three more lenses will be announced next year, to complete a line of professional cinema lenses.
XEEN lenses are available in 24mm, 50mm, and 85mm focal lengths. On a Super 35 sensor, the lenses will give an equivalent view of 35mm, 75mm, and 155mm, which are focal lengths that are commonly used in a variety of cinema and video productions. Three more lenses are planned for release next year for a complete set of six lenses for professional video and cinema.
The main characteristics of XEEN lenses are their outstanding resolving power, which is suitable for high-definition videos. In addition, the XEEN lenses feature Multi-Nano-Coatings ensuring maximum image quality by minimizing lens flare and ghosting.
The T1.5 aperture is another major feature of the XEEN line of cine lenses. XEEN lenses reliably deliver high quality footage with clear contrast and impressive colours, even under less-than-optimal lighting conditions. The large aperture also creates a pleasing bokeh effect for a cinematic look.
A new dedicated website at http://www.xeenglobal.com has been created, giving full details about the products. The website goes live on 10th August 2015.
All 3 lenses are available in 5 fittings: Canon / Nikon / Sony E / Micro 4/3 & PL
All 3 lenses have a Suggested retail price if £1,600.00 inc VAT
