Zhong Yi Optics Mitakon 17mm f/0.95 Speedmaster lens for Micro Four Thirds announced
The previously rumored Zhong Yi Optics 17mm f/0.95 Speedmaster lens (Mitakon Zhongyi Speedmaster 17mm f/0.95) lens for Micro Four Thirds is now officially announced and is available in two different colors (black and silver). Pre-orders are open at B&H and Amazon. Additional information:
Performance |
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| Focal Length | 17mm |
| Aperture | Maximum: f/0.95 – 16 |
| Camera Mount Type | Micro Four Thirds (MFT) |
| Format Compatibility | Micro Four Thirds (MFT) |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 0.07 |
| Angle of View | 65° |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 11.8″ (30 cm) |
| Elements/Groups | 12 Elements in 9 Groups |
| Diaphragm Blades | 8 |
| Aperture | Clickless |
Features |
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| Autofocus | No |
Physical |
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| Filter Thread | Front: 58 mm |
| Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 2.86 x 2.57″ (Ф72.7 x 65.4 mm) |
| Weight | 0.92 lb (461 g) |
Update - here is the press release:
ZY Optics releases the Mitakon Speedmaster 17mm f/0.95 for Micro Four Thirds cameras
Shenyang China – Zhongyi Optics (ZY Optics) have released the new Mitakon Speedmaster 17mm f/0.95 for Micro Four Thirds (MFT) cameras.
Offering a standard 35mm perspective along with an ultra-fast f/0.95 maximum aperture, the Mitakon 17mm f/0.95 is a compact prime characterized by its bright f/0.95 aperture to suit working in low-light conditions. Similar to their 25mm f/0.95, it also affords a great degree of control over the dramatic depth-of-field for isolating subjects from the background and producing selective focus and 3-dimentional image. It can focus as close as 30cm (11.8 inch) and thanks to the 8-bladed round aperture, the bokeh is buttery smooth and softly diffused.
The new 17mm f/0.95 lens features a 12 elements in 9 groups optics system with 1pc of Extra-low dispersion element and 4 High Refractive index elements to successfully minimize the chromatic aberrations. The lens delivers a compelling sharpness across the frame, even at f/0.95.
The lens itself is surprisingly tiny. Weighing only 461g (0.92 lbs) and 65.4mm (2.57” long), the new 17mm f/0.95 is currently one of the smallest f/0.95 lens found in the market.
The stepless aperture ring makes it a very interesting option for videography purposes. It can be used on cinema cameras like Pocket 4k, GH5 and Z-Cam E2 for shooting some cinematic footage with great shallow depth of field.
Via Zyoptics
