Meike 50mm T2.1 FF-Prime Cine Lens (EF Mount)
The Meike 50mm T2.1 FF-Prime Cine Lens (EF Mount) is designed for filmmakers and cinematographers who need professional-grade performance, exceptional sharpness, and smooth manual operation. Built for Canon EF-mount full-frame cameras, this lens is part of the Meike FF-Prime Cine Lens series, offering a consistent look and feel across focal lengths. With a fast T2.1 aperture, cine-style mechanics, and robust all-metal housing, it’s a reliable choice for high-quality video production.
Cinematic 50mm Perspective
The 50mm focal length is one of the most widely used in filmmaking because of its natural perspective that mirrors the way the human eye sees. This makes it a versatile lens for:
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Narrative filmmaking with realistic framing
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Commercials and branded content
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Interviews and documentaries
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Creative shots with controlled depth of field
The Meike 50mm T2.1 EF Mount provides a cinematic balance of wide coverage and subject isolation, making it suitable for multiple shooting scenarios.
Full-Frame Coverage with Bright T2.1 Aperture
This lens is optimized for full-frame Canon EF-mount cameras, ensuring sharpness across the entire frame. The T2.1 aperture allows for excellent performance in low-light conditions and provides filmmakers with precise control over depth of field.
Benefits include:
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Shoot in challenging light without heavy artificial setups
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Achieve smooth background separation for cinematic bokeh
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Maintain consistent brightness across multiple shots
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Versatile use from controlled studio setups to outdoor filming
The combination of full-frame coverage and a wide T2.1 aperture makes this lens a must-have for professionals.
Cine-Style Build for Professional Filmmaking
The Meike 50mm T2.1 EF Mount Cine Lens comes equipped with professional-grade cine housing features:
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Cine-style geared focus and aperture rings for compatibility with follow-focus systems
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De-clicked aperture ring for smooth and silent adjustments while shooting
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270° focus throw for precise manual focusing
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Consistent housing design across the FF-Prime lineup for easier swaps on set
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All-metal construction built to handle the rigors of professional production
These features make it easy to integrate the lens into any cinema rig, whether you’re shooting handheld, on a gimbal, or with a full studio setup.
Build Quality and Handling
The Meike 50mm T2.1 EF Mount is designed with durability and balance in mind. Its all-metal housing ensures it can withstand long hours of professional use, while the carefully engineered focus resistance enables accurate control for focus pullers.
The standardized 82mm filter thread and consistent form factor with other Meike FF-Prime lenses make swapping lenses fast and efficient during production.
Key Features – Meike 50mm T2.1 EF Mount Cine Lens
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Lens Mount: Canon EF
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Focal Length: 50mm
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Maximum Aperture: T2.1
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Aperture Range: T2.1 – T22
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Full-frame image circle coverage
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270° focus rotation for precision focus pulls
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Cine-style geared focus and aperture rings
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De-clicked aperture for smooth exposure control
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82mm front filter thread
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All-metal durable housing
Technical Specifications
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Mount: Canon EF
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Focal Length: 50mm
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Aperture: T2.1 – T22
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Image Circle: Full-frame (45mm)
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Focus Rotation: 270°
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Filter Size: 82mm
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Construction: All-metal build
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Weight: Approx. 1.1kg
Applications
The Meike 50mm T2.1 FF-Prime Cine Lens (EF Mount) is versatile enough to be used in multiple production scenarios:
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Narrative Films – realistic storytelling with cinematic depth
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Documentaries – professional clarity in diverse shooting environments
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Commercials – reliable image quality for brand and product films
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Music Videos – creative shallow depth of field for an artistic look
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Corporate Productions – professional performance in interviews and events
Why Choose the Meike 50mm T2.1 EF Mount Cine Lens?
The Meike 50mm T2.1 FF-Prime Cine Lens (EF Mount) is an affordable yet professional option for cinematographers looking for cinematic image quality with precise manual control. With its full-frame coverage, fast T2.1 aperture, and cine-style mechanics, it offers features typically found in high-end cinema lenses at a more accessible price.
As part of the Meike FF-Prime series, it allows filmmakers to build a consistent prime lens kit with matching color and housing across focal lengths, including 35mm, 85mm, and 135mm.
