Telephoto Cinema Lens Samyang XEEN CF 135mm T2.2 for Canon EF Full Frame

The Samyang XEEN CF 135mm T2.2 for Canon EF Full Frame is a telephoto cinema prime lens engineered for professional video production and high-quality stills on full-frame Canon EF cameras. With a bright T2.2 aperture and optical design optimized for cinematic rendering, this lens delivers strong subject separation, controlled bokeh and reliable performance in low-light conditions. Its cinema-style focus and aperture rings provide smooth mechanical control compatible with follow-focus systems, while the compact, lightweight construction supports handheld, gimbal and multi-camera setups.

Advantages

This XEEN CF 135mm lens combines a fast T2.2 aperture with a telephoto focal length to produce shallow depth of field and pronounced background compression. The lens provides consistent color and contrast across the XEEN lineup for straightforward color matching in multi-lens productions. Durable mechanics and precise, de-clicked aperture control enable repeatable exposure adjustments and smooth iris pulls. Its compact form factor reduces load on rigs and gimbals while maintaining cinema-standard gear interfaces for ease of integration.

Suitable for

• Professional cinematography: narrative, commercial and short films
• Portrait videography and photography requiring subject isolation
• Event coverage where telephoto reach and low-light capability are needed
• Interview and documentary setups using follow-focus systems

Key specifications

• Focal length: 135 mm (telephoto prime)
• Aperture: T2.2 maximum, aperture geared for smooth iris control
• Mount: Canon EF mount for full-frame cameras
• Optical design: cinema-optimized elements for controlled bokeh and contrast
• Focus control: cinema-style manual focus with gear-compatible focus ring
• Build: compact and lightweight metal construction suitable for professional rigs

How to use

Mount the XEEN CF 135mm T2.2 to a compatible Canon EF full-frame camera and set the camera to manual or aperture-priority modes when precise exposure control is required. Use the manual focus ring and an external follow-focus if preferred to achieve accurate focus pulls; the geared focus ring is designed for smooth, repeatable operation. Adjust the T2.2 aperture for shallow depth of field or close down the iris to increase depth of field and control highlights. When shooting in low light, increase ISO or reduce shutter speed according to the camera’s capabilities, while monitoring image noise and motion blur.

Usage recommendations

For cinematic results, pair the 135mm T2.2 with a mid-range focal length from the XEEN family to maintain consistent color and rendering across shots. Use a tripod, monopod or stabilized rig for static or long-duration takes, and consider neutral density filters when shooting wide-open in bright conditions to retain cinematic exposure and motion blur control.