Zhongyi Optics unveils the Dreamy Zone T1 FF Cine Lens Series on Indiegogo with the first drop
Zhongyi Optics (Known as Mitakon), a pioneer in high-speed optical craftsmanship , today officially announced its highly anticipated Zone T1 Cine Lens Series. Conceived as a classic, soul-stirring trio for Full Frame and VistaVision PL/EF cinema systems, the premier set includes native 35mm, 50mm, and 75mm focal lengths — each bearing a breathtakingly fast T1.0 maximum aperture.Â
Engineered after years of meticulous development and optical refinement , the Zone T1 Cine Series is built specifically for professional cinematographers who demand the absolute maximum in speed, dreamy lens characteristic, shallow depth of field, and performance without compromising on-set reliability. The lenses act as a painter’s brush, bringing an organic, vintage warmth to the cold canvas of the digital sensor. The series is scheduled to launch via an exclusive introductory campaign on July 2, 2026 at Indiegogo.
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Sculpting Atmosphere: The Ultra Fast T1.0 Aperture
More than just capturing light, the Zone T1 aperture actively shapes the emotional mood of a scene. Operating at this extreme speed, the lenses transform challenging low-light environments into rich, painterly canvases—infusing footage with an organic warmth that beautifully softens the clinical edge of modern digital sensors. The series empowers filmmakers to master the dark, creating a breathtaking, razor-thin depth of field that wraps subjects in an exquisite, poetic isolation.
An Impressionistic Backdrop: Painterly Bokeh
The Zone T1 optics transform backgrounds into a cinematic masterpiece, rendering out-of-focus elements as rich, organic textures rather than a harsh digital blur. Equipped with a 16-blade iris system, the lenses maintain flawless, perfectly rounded orbs from background light sources even when stopped down. This mechanical precision grants subjects a poetic breathing room, filling every frame with profound visual emotion.
Chasing Light: Breathless, Dreamy Flares
The optical character of the Zone T1 catches light elegantly, producing a dreamy, cinematic flare that adds a layer of visual poetry to highlights without overwhelming the image.
For Expansive Canvas: VistaVision Coverage
Engineered for VistaVision cinematography, the generous 46mm image circle can cover most of the modern full-frame sensor cameras while imparting a distinct cinematic character. The series delivers exceptional edge-to-edge clarity and uniform illumination across the entire frame, ensuring every visual detail of a narrative is flawlessly captured.
Captured on RED V-Rapter X 8K VV Open Gate 17:9Â
Even when shooting on the RED V-Raptor X 8K VV in 17:9 Open Gate format—which features a ⌀46.3mm sensor diagonal—only minimal soft vignetting is presented in the extreme corners.
Stillness and Intimacy: Focus Performance
By virtually eliminating distracting focus breathing, focus racks achieve an exceptionally smooth, fluid transition. Visual composition remains completely locked, ensuring the audience’s attention stays exactly where it belongs—anchored to the heart of the story.
Furthermore, boasting exceptional close-focus capabilities, the Zone T1 series excels at intimate, close-up cinematography. At short distances, the synergy of the ultra-fast T1.0 speed and the painterly bokeh amplifies, turning subtle framing details into powerful visual statements.
Uniform Professional Cine Housing
Designed to streamline set logistics, the series features a unified 114mm front diameter, 110mm filter thread and standard 0.8 MOD gearing to eliminate the need for repositioning accessories during lens swaps. Dual-scale focus markings and an included lens support guarantee precise manual pulling and rock-solid rigging stability for a fast, uninterrupted production experience.
PL / EF Mount Compatibility
Designed for ultimate versatility, the series features an interchangeable native PL and EF mount system to accommodate any professional production ecosystem. The optimized flat rear lens architecture ensures exceptional clearance, enabling the lenses to integrate seamlessly with high-end cinema camera bodies or adapted mirrorless systems with zero mechanical limitations.
Pricing and Availability
The Zhongyi Zone T1 FF Cine Lens Series  is priced at an accessible USD 2499 for single lens and USD 6999 for a 3-lens bundle set. Up to 30% Off special discount deals are available for immediate order through Indiegogo Launch Campaign Site (Click Here). Official website and authorized resellers worldwide will be available on 20th Aug, 2026 after the Indiegogo Campaign. Pricing varies in different countries.
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