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Meike 50mm T2.1 FF-Prime Cine Lens (PL Mount)

BH #MEFF50T21PL • MFR #MK-FF50T21-PL
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Meike 50mm T2.1 FF-Prime Cine Lens (PL Mount)
Key Features
  • Full-Frame Sensor Coverage
  • 45mm Image Circle
  • 23.6" Minimum Focus Distance
  • PL Mount
The PL-mount 50mm T2.1 FF-Prime Cine Lens is one of a series of Meike lenses featuring a 45mm image circle for full-frame sensor coverage. This prime lens has a fast T2.1 maximum aperture, standard 0.8 MOD focus and iris gears, and an 11-bladed aperture for smooth, rounded bokeh.
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Meike FF-Prime Cine 50mm T2.1 Overview

The PL-mount 50mm T2.1 FF-Prime Cine Lens is one of a series of Meike lenses featuring a 45mm image circle for full-frame sensor coverage. This prime lens has a fast T2.1 maximum aperture, standard 0.8 MOD focus and iris gears, and an 11-bladed aperture for smooth, rounded bokeh.

Scale markings are provided in both feet and meters, and a focus rotation of 330° allows for precision manual focus adjustment. With a 50mm focal length, this cine lens has a horizontal angle of view of 39.1° and a minimum focus distance of 23.6".

Features
45mm image circle for full-frame coverage
Fast T2.1 maximum aperture
11-blade aperture for rounded bokeh effects
Cine-standard 0.8 MOD focus and iris gears
330° focus rotation
12 elements in 8 groups
90mm front diameter, 82mm filter thread
Focus marks in feet
UPC: 787790333258

Meike FF-Prime Cine 50mm T2.1 Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
50mm
Maximum Aperture
T2.1
Lens Mount
ARRI PL
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Filter Thread
82 mm
Image Stabilization
No
Electronic Communication
No
Maximum Aperture
T2.1
Minimum Aperture
T22
Lens Mount
ARRI PL
Interchangeable Mount
No
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Image Circle
45.0 mm
Angle of View
APS-C (1.5x)
Horizontal: 24.7°
Diagonal: 29.6°
Full Frame
Horizontal: 39.1°
Diagonal: 46.4°
Focus Scales
Metric, Imperial
Optical Design
12 Elements in 8 Groups
Filter Thread
82 mm
Minimum Focus Distance
From Camera Sensor: 23.6" / 60 cm
Diaphragm Blades
11
Image Stabilization
No
Gear Standard
0.8 MOD / 32 Pitch
Gear Rotation
Focus: 330°
Electronic Communication
No
Diameter
Front: 3.3" / 85 mm
Length
4" / 102.4 mm
Weight
2.4 lb / 1100 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.87 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.4 x 4.9 x 4.9"

Meike FF-Prime Cine 50mm T2.1 Reviews

Perfect Starter Cine Prime Lens

By Kevin
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-12-09

I wanted to start building experience with manual Cine lenses for several reasons and I didn't want to jump right in with a major brand name cine lens. I watched several cine budget lens reviews and some of the differences between the big brands and Meike were very small for the style of cinematography I create. I started with the 50mm and chose the Full Frame model so I could use this lens on my Canon 5D as well. I chose the Meike FF 50mm T2.1 because I was looking for finer focus control and a form factor that support efficient lens swapping on my current rig. My current Canon L series lenses are still great but in low light conditions the focus tracking tends to hunt. Using the still photography, auto focus, lenses in manual mode for very low light shots was a challenge. The range of motion for the focus ring was very short. This is required for fast auto focus lenses but the Meike cine lenses have over 300 degree rotation on the focus ring, allowing for very fine adjustments. This works well with Peeking turned on to set focus. I did notice that the focal distance scale on the Meike lens was a bit off when taking physical measurements but that is not a big deal for me. Most everything I frame up on I can't stop to take measurements for anyway. The Meike lenses tend to be a little heaver then others but it feels sold and well built. I would recommend this lens to others in my same situation.

Great prime!

By Kevin
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-26

Beautiful shots and you can't beat the price.

See any errors on this page?

What is the rear PL flange depth?

What is the rear PL flange depth?
Asked by: Shane
The flange depth of the Meike 50mm T2.1 FF-Prime Cine Lens (PL Mount) is the standard 52mm depth of most PL lens mounts.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2024-10-16

Is it possible to change the lens mount on my ...

Is it possible to change the lens mount on my own?
Asked by: Robert
This lens is not user-swappable. Duclos Lens offers premium cinema modifications for Meike lenses in Micro 4/3, Sony E, and Fuji X mounts.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2020-12-30

Is there a matte box that fits this lens?

Is there a matte box that fits this lens?
Asked by: Zach
Yes there is. Here is a compatible matte box from a selection of several we offer: Wooden Camera 2-Stage Clamp-On 4 x 5.65" Zip Box (80-85mm) B&H # WO241600: https://bhpho.to/3wUawfV
Answered by: Mark S
Date published: 2021-06-02

Can this lens kit be used on a C200 effectively ...

Can this lens kit be used on a C200 effectively even tho it's not a full frame body?
Asked by: Randy
Yes it can.
Answered by: jabarih
Date published: 2021-10-21

Can this line of cine lenses be used with ...

Can this line of cine lenses be used with Metabones XL?
Asked by: ibrahim
The mount on the Lens is and EF mount and can be mounted on standard EF mount cameras or adapters
Answered by: Sean
Date published: 2021-01-25

These lenses vs the Rokinin cine lenses? What ...

These lenses vs the Rokinin cine lenses? What would the difference be exactly?
Asked by: Benjamin
The Rokinon's have faster apertures The Meike lenses are smaller and have longer focus throws (which makes them more accurate to focus). It is also worth noting that Rokinon has several lines of cinema lenses from their DS series to their Xeen and Xeen CF. The Meike are closest to the Xeen CF in build quality. The Meike are compact sturdy lenses.
Answered by: jabarih
Date published: 2023-01-13

if the t stop is T2.1, is the f stop f1.8?

if the t stop is T2.1, is the f stop f1.8?
Asked by: Brenton
There isn't a constant F to T-stop conversion ratio since the T-stop is a measurement of the light being passed through the lens where as the F-stop is the size of the opening of the aperture. The F stop is only dependent on distance while the T stop is effected by all the things that change the amount of light passing through the lens to the sensor. But it is safe to assume that the F-stop is going to be a smaller number than the T-stop.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2023-01-13

can i use it with zcam e2 m4?

can i use it with zcam e2 m4?
Asked by: Godfred
yes you can with a MFT to Ef mount adapter on the Z-CAM
Answered by: Sean
Date published: 2021-09-17
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