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Tokina 50-135mm Cinema ATX User Manual

Tokina 50-135mm Cinema ATX
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50-135mm
For more secure and safe use, this lens has a 1/4” threaded
hole for lens support which helps mounting camera rigs.
Follow the instruction manual of your camera rigs.
50-135
Instruction Manual
where there is a risk causing death or severe
injury to all those who use this equipment by
not conforming to these instructons.
where there is a risk causing injury or property
damage to all those who use this equipment
by not conforming to these instructons.
Caution Prohibition Instructions
Following symbols represent danger and are for your safety. Illustration shows:
Performance Table
MTF GRAPH
Lens structure
S : Radiation direction
Contrast Contrast
M : Concentric direction
Distance from Image Center
Distance from Image Center
Description of PartsTechnical Data of Tokina 50-135 Cinema Lens
How to Attach/Detach the lens Focusing
Exposure Modes
How to use Focus/Zoom Pins
Attach/Detach the lens to/from your camera according to
the instruction in the Manual provided with your camera.
*When attaching/detaching the lens, be careful not to drop the lens to
avoid impact damage.
For the exposure mode settings, follow the instructions in
the manual provided with your camera.
*Specifications of the lens mount cannot be modified.
*The external appearance, specifications shown in this catalog and
accessories may be changed without any advance notice.
Screw on the supplied blue focus/zoom pin into any hole
(6 each in focus/zoom ring), and you can operate
focusing and zooming easily.
Use care when screwing on the
focus/zoom pin. The pin must be
aligned straight with the
corresponding holes. If not, the
threaded hole could get stripped
or damaged.
This is a manual focus lens only. Focus by turning the
focus ring until the image is in focus or set the desired
focus distance on the distance scale.
Manual Focusing Ring
Focus Distance Scale (f or m)
Focus Distance Index
Zoom Ring
Focal Length Scale
Zoom/Diaphragm Index
Diaphragm Scale
Diaphragm Ring
PL or EF Mount
Insert Holes for Focus /Zoom Pins
Focus Ring – 6 holes
Zoom Ring – 6 holes
1/4” threaded hole
PL Mount
EF Mount
50-135mm
2.7
14 groups /18 elements
PL or EF Mount
Super 35mm
1m ( 3.28 ft)
1
5.89
Rotary Zoom
9
T3.0 – T22 (F2.8 – F22)
112mm
159mm
(from 142mm mount surface)
155.5mm
(from 150mm mount surface)
114mm
123mm
1.53 kg
Focal Distance
Zoom Ratio
Optical Structure
Mount
Sensor Size
Minimum Focus Distance
Maximum Macro Magnification
Zoom Mode
Number of Aperture Diaphragms
Depth of Field
Filter Size
Overall Length
Diameter of Front Head
Maximum Diameter
Weight
1/4” threaded hole for lens support which helps mounting camera rigs
SD Glass FK01
Do not look at the sun through the lens or
through the lens mounted on a camera.
Retinal damage and/or blindness may occur.
Keep out of the reach of children. The lens is
heavy and could cause injury if it falls on a
small child. Also, the lens strap is also a
choking hazard. If the strap becomes wrapped
around the neck suffocation may occur.
Be sure to mount the lens securely to the
camera and confirm that the lens is locked into
place before use. If not the lens could fall off
the camera causing damage or injury.
Do not leave the lens in direct sunlight where it
may condense the light and start a fire.
Do not look at the sun or other intense light
sources through the lens or through the lens
mounted on a camera. Retinal damage and/or
blindness may occur.
When the lens is mounted on your camera, please be
sure to set it properly and confirm it is firmly locked in
place. If not, the lens could fall off the camera causing
damage or injury.
The lens is a precision instrument. Handle with care
and do not drop, hit against a hard object, shake
violently or apply pressure. Otherwise, it may cause the
precision parts to malfunction.
Be sure not to apply too much weight on the lens when
mounted on your camera. The extra weight may cause
damage to both the camera and the lens mount.
When using a large or heavy lens, be sure to properly
support the lens and camera to avoid damaging the
mounts.
Be sure to inspect the lens and/or take test shots with
the lens in advance of any actual shooting. This is
recommended for when the lens is new and if the lens
has been in storage for a long time.
Do not remodel or convert the lens. This may cause
malfunction for both the camera and lens . Repair for the
altered lens may void manufacturer's warranted service.
Remove all dust, dirt, sand, water, harmful gas and
saline matter from the lens. Be sure not to use organic
solvents such as paint thinner or benzin for cleaning.
THE LENS IS NOT WATERPROOF! Do not submerge or spray
the lens with water. Water damaged lens will be impossible to
repair.
Wipe off water droplet by using a clean dry cloth. Use the
blower to remove dirt and sand. Clean thoroughly when used
near and around the ocean. Salt water is highly corrosive.
Any water that seeps into the lens could cause it to
malfunction.
Refrain from using the lens in high humidity or take extra
precautions in these types of climates. In order to keep the
damage minimal and to keep the repair cost down, follow these
precautions, when shooting in such climate. Keep the lens in a
bag or a case and remove only after moving to a place of more
mild temperature. If the lens is left at temeratures over +40C or
under -10C for an extended period of time the lens body could
become deformed or the lens may malfunction.
When the lens is attached or detached from your camera, turn
the lens to face up for better handling.
To prevent scratches on the front and rear elements, use the
lens caps at all time when the lens is not in use.
Avoid touching the front or rear elements with your hand to
prevent smudges and fingerprints.
Remove fingerprints and smudges by using a lens cleaner and
disposable lens tissues. Use gentle, circular motion from the
center of the lens toward the outer edge of the lens.
For Your Safety For safety of lens handling
To prevent damage to your lens, injury to yourself and to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirely
before using this equipment. Keep this safety instruction available where all those who use the product will read them.
Warning Caution
Caution
f=135mm
f=50mm
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1/4” threaded hole
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Tokina 50-135mm Cinema ATX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Focal Length50-135mm
Maximum ApertureT2.9
Format CompatibilitySuper 35mm
Filter Thread Diameter82mm
Focus TypeManual
Aperture Blades9
Lens MountCanon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, PL
Zoom TypeManual

Summary

For Your Safety

General Safety Warnings

Symbols indicating danger for death, severe injury, or property damage. Follow instructions to prevent harm.

Lens Handling Safety

Precautions for mounting, handling, and maintaining the lens to prevent damage or injury.

Environmental Precautions

Warnings about water, humidity, and temperature extremes affecting lens performance and durability.

Lens Element Care

Guidelines for preventing scratches and smudges on lens elements using caps and proper cleaning methods.

Technical Data

Lens Structure and Performance

Details on lens construction, optical elements, mount type, and performance metrics like MTF graphs.

Parts Description and Usage

Description of Parts

Identification and labeling of key components of the 50-135mm lens.

Attaching and Detaching the Lens

Instructions for safely mounting and removing the lens from a camera body.

Focusing

Guidance on how to perform manual focusing using the focus ring and distance scale.

Using Focus/Zoom Pins

Instructions on how to attach and use the supplied pins for easier focus and zoom operation.

Lens Support Threaded Hole

Information on the 1/4" threaded hole for mounting camera rigs and providing support.

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