Sony FX6 - Tokina Vista Prime 65mm Cinematic Lens Review

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INTRO:
The Vista Primes are fast high end cinema lenses that cover full frame. In my opinion these are some the most underrated lenses today. Tokina was kind enough to lend me the 65mm T1.5 Vista Prime for some time to try out. Shooting grids and color charts are always very helpful when comparing lenses. But as always, I have more fun going out and shooting in the real world. So, that's what we did. Work has been crazy busy lately so I didn't get to shoot as much as last time unfortunately.

You're going to see a very similar review to the Tokina 35mm in my description as these lenses are built and designed to be a set that all match. So, if you've already read my review for the 35mm or 40mm - just enjoy the footage! If not - my review is below.

COLOR/CONTRAST:
Basically identical to the 35mm and 40mm, the 65mm Tokina Vista Prime is quite warm and gives off a very pleasing skin tones straight out of camera. I love a warmer lens straight out of camera. I think it's easier to keep nice skin tones, especially when you're shooting a cooler/more blue image. The lens falls perfectly in the middle for contrast. Not too low con and not too harsh.

SHARPNESS:
I shot the entire video except the comparisons wide open at a T1.5. At this speed the lenses are tack sharp while not looking too clinical. What sets the Tokinas apart though is their smooth transition from whats in focus to whats out of focus that feels higher quality. The falloff gives the image a very creamy look.

BREATHING:
I did not notice any breathing with the 65mm - which is a very sought after quality. Breathing while pulling focus can be distracting to your audience.

BOKEH:
The Tokinas have a 9 blade iris and produce a very natural looking circular bokeh.

LENS FLARES:
The Vista Primes are gonna give you a nice subtle pleasing flare that isn't at all in your face. Compared to the 35mm & 40mm - the 65mm flares quite a bit more.

CHROMATIC ABERRATION:
I didn't see any chromatic aberration at any time using this lens.

CLOSE FOCUS:
The minimum focus is 2’3" which is normal for a 65mm.

MECHANICS:
The lens is quite heavy (5.4 lbs) but has a very high end robust build quality to it. The Tokinas have a 300 degree focus pull which is great for larger end productions where you have an AC to get that precision. Not ideal for solo operators because of these two attributes. However, I was shooting bare bones with the Fx6 and this lens pulling focus myself for these review videos.

FINAL THOUGHTS:
So far, the Vista Primes lived up to their hype for me. If you're looking for high end glass that can compete with the best of the best for a fraction of the price - I would go with the Tokinas. Paring them with a full frame camera makes an easy cinematic combo that you can't go wrong with. They have great warmth and character to them that gives you a cinematic image that is clean - but not too clinical. They're fast as hell at T1.5 and perform great wide open. Their image and build quality make them ideal for larger scale productions where you want consistency and quality optics.

Comment below and let me know what you think about the Tokina Vista Primes or the Fx6!

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[thatsamuellu]

Bro, come back, want to see more works from you.

[Kdoan]

Love your channel! The footage looks incredible. I just got a FX6 myself!

Would love to see a video one day of you walking through your color grading process for your videos! Love the vibe and aesthetic you have with all of your shots in your videos! Cheers!

[ianwittenber]

Your FX6 footage is miles beyond everyone else on YouTube. Looks fantastic.

[enigmawstudios]

Unfortunately YouTube isn't a great platform to showcase people's talent at creation. Your stuff is inspiring!
Was really on the fence about what camera to get and your channel really convinced me that the fx6 is great for cinema!

[maxcmax]

Your videos are great. I'm looking forward to seeing what else you come up with next!

[brianb]

You’ve inspired my wife and I to go with the FX9 (with FX6 b-cam) for our feature next year. I honestly think this is the best look out there + low light capability. Arri schmarri.

[OneOne]

You are by far my favourite Channel by showing really good footage that feels organic and natural! Thanks because of your Videos i got a better Picture of the Sony FX6 and FX9 and I am going to buy one! I am also going to send you some Footage! Cheers Mate!

[lauren]

Thanks so much for the videos on these lenses and your detailed descriptions. I finally know what to use to shoot my newer work now since this is the look I was hoping to create!

[dantejones]

Man these shots are nice man. I gotta step my game up with my fx6

[nikolaitrawinski]

Very beautiful images. Thanks for sharing.

[ChadtheFilipino]

man this lens is love the fx6 but would love to see this on some canon c300s

[chrisniswonger]

Thanks for putting these together man.

[petshop]

There is something so hauntingly beautiful about her. Timeless, even. This is amazing. You may have sold me on the Vista set. Any experience with the Vista Ones?

[mr.eliezer]

Hi amazing job, if a like the 35mm look in a full Frame sensor, should I go with the 25mm in a red komodo súper 35?

[mierimageaerials]

Absolute perfection! The FX6 paired with the Tokina…beautiful symmetry in motion. Only wish I could see a similar lens review with the Tokina’s paired with a RED Komodo simply because that’s the camera I ordered and have been debating best lenses to pair with it.

[lukecatena]

Hey man footage looks great, would love it if you uploaded some 24p footage in the future with the same combo (or any of the tokina primes). Also, how do you feel the fx6 image holds up compared to the fx9?

[Didzeey]

Very nice! How do you find the weight/size of the Tokina's? Deciding on them or the Sigma's. I prefer the look of the Tokina's but they are heavy (on paper)!

[Bendoescamera]

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[kevinLien]

Your FX6 footage made make the jump and get an FX6 myself!! Question, do you only shoot at base Cine EI 800? Do you often shoot at 12800? If so, do you ever end up overexposing to reduce the noise in the upper native ISO?

[elonlove]

So you didn't use a follow focus?