samyang XEEN Meister 50mm T1.3 Prime Cinema Lens for Canon EF Full-Frame

The samyang XEEN Meister 50mm T1.3 Prime Cinema Lens for Canon EF Full-Frame is a manual-focus cine lens designed for professional video and film production. With a 50mm focal length and a fast T1.3 maximum aperture, this lens offers cinematic shallow depth of field, strong subject separation and reliable low-light performance on full-frame Canon EF cameras. The lens is built for consistent color rendering and smooth focus and iris operation across XEEN Meister series optics, enabling repeatable results on set.

Advantages

The XEEN Meister 50mm T1.3 provides a very fast aperture for superior low-light capability and precise control over depth of field. Its cinema-focused mechanical design features de-clicked aperture and long focus throw for accurate manual focusing and repeatable marks. Optical construction and coatings minimise flare and maintain contrast, while the robust housing delivers consistent handling and durability in professional shooting environments.

Suitable for

• Narrative filmmaking and feature production requiring cinematic bokeh
• Documentary and interview work in low-light conditions
• Commercials and corporate video where manual control and image consistency are needed
• Studio and on-location shoots using Canon EF full-frame cameras

Key specifications

• Focal length: 50 mm
• Maximum aperture: T1.3
• Format compatibility: Full-frame (Canon EF mount)
• Manual focus with long focus throw for cinema use
• De-clicked iris/aperture for smooth exposure changes
• Optical design with multi-coating to reduce flare and maintain contrast
• Metal housing engineered for professional production use

How to use

Mount the lens on a Canon EF full-frame camera body and secure the mount manually. Use the long focus throw and follow focus or focus markings to achieve precise critical focus; the T1.3 aperture allows for shallow depth of field, so verify focus carefully when shooting wide open. Adjust the de-clicked iris smoothly for exposure or creative transitions during recording. For consistent color and exposure across shots, match settings and lens characteristics with other XEEN Meister lenses when working with a set.

Usage recommendations

When shooting at T1.3, use accurate focus aids (peaking, magnification or follow-focus) and consider a narrow stop-down for increased depth of field for moving subjects. Use lens support or matte box when necessary to reduce strain on the camera mount and to control stray light for improved contrast.