The Mitakon Zhongyi Creator 35mm f/2 Lens is a classic wide-angle prime characterized by its bright f/2 maximum aperture, manual focus operation, and all-metal lens barrel construction. Designed for full-frame and APS-C-format Canon EF, Pentax K, Sony A, FX and DX-format Nikon F mount cameras, this lens features a seven elements in five groups construction that helps to minimize distortions and maintain sharpness throughout the aperture range. The f/2 maximum aperture also pairs with the rounded nine-blade diaphragm to produce smooth bokeh when using shallow depth of field techniques.
Mitakon Creator 35mm f/2
US$199
Mounts: Sony FE/ Canon EF/ Nikon F/ Pentax K/ Sony A
Product Highlights
- Aperture Range: f/2 to f/22
- Manual Focus Design
- Depth of Field and Distance Scales
SKU: N/A
Category: Creator
Overview
Mitakon Creator 35mm f/2
Performance |
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Focal Length | 35mm Comparable 35mm Focal Length: 52.5 mm |
Aperture | Maximum: f/2 Minimum: f/22 |
Camera Mount Type | Sony FE/ Canon EF/ Nikon F/ Pentax K/ Sony A |
Format Compatibility | 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor/ APS-C |
Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.23 |
Angle of View | 63° |
Minimum Focus Distance | 9.84″ (25 cm) |
Elements/Groups | 7 Elements in 5 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Features |
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Autofocus | No |
Physical |
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Filter Thread | Front: 55 mm |
Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 2.68 x 2.56″ (68 x 65 mm) |
Weight | 10.93 oz (310 g) |
Packaging Info |
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Package Weight | 1.0 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 5.1 x 4.1 x 4.1″ |
The description says that the lens has an all metal lens barrel. But, what about the lens mount itself? Is it metal or plastic?
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It is metal.
I am getting a communication with lens error alert from my camera. If I turn it off and remount lens it goes away, but comes back constantly. Any advice?
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This lens does not have any data to pass to the camera. It’s completely manual.
Does it come with a lens hood?
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No, it does not come with a hood.
On a full-fame sensor, this will be an actual 35mm focal length, correct? And on an APS-C sensor it will be more like 56mm?
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That is correct. The lens will be 35mm on a full frame and the equivalent of 56mm on an APS-C sensor.
Does it have automatic diaphragm stop-down with the K-1?
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No automatic aperture on this lens.
Does this lens integrate with the Pentax KA mount system for metering? Specifically, does it function or have the functional "A" on the aperture ring?
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The Mitakon Zhongyi Creator 35mm f/2 Lens for Pentax K Mount is a fully manual lens. It does not have electronic contacts for communication with the camera and does not have an “A” mode built onto the aperture ring. The lens will fit the Pentax K-mount, but you will have to focus the lens manually and set the aperture using the aperture ring on the lens, not the command dial on the camera body.