The MTF chart shows sharpness and contrast performance across the frame. Higher curves indicate stronger resolution and contrast; comparing the center to the edges shows how consistently the lens holds detail.
Frequently asked questions
What cameras is the 50mm T1.3 XEEN Meister Professional Cinema Lens compatible with?
The 50mm T1.3 XEEN Meister Professional Cinema Lens is a Canon EF, PL, Sony E mount lens from XEEN. Use it on cameras that accept that mount.
Is the 50mm T1.3 XEEN Meister Professional Cinema Lens a full-frame or crop-sensor lens?
This lens covers Full Frame and Beyond. That is the image circle it is designed to illuminate, so match it to your camera's sensor format.
What is the focal length of the 50mm T1.3 XEEN Meister Professional Cinema Lens?
The 50mm T1.3 XEEN Meister Professional Cinema Lens has a focal length of 50mm.It is a standard design.
What is the maximum T-stop of the 50mm T1.3 XEEN Meister Professional Cinema Lens?
The 50mm T1.3 XEEN Meister Professional Cinema Lens has a maximum T-stop of T1.3. T-stop measures actual light transmission, which is the value cine users use for exposure.
Does the 50mm T1.3 XEEN Meister Professional Cinema Lens have autofocus?
The 50mm T1.3 XEEN Meister Professional Cinema Lens is a cine lens designed for manual focus, with geared control for follow focus rather than stills-style autofocus.
What is the minimum focus distance of the 50mm T1.3 XEEN Meister Professional Cinema Lens?
The minimum focusing distance is 1.48' (0.34m). That is the closest this lens can focus while remaining sharp.
Fastest T1.3 cine lens, supporting 8K & i Technology
XEEN Meister lenses enable cinematographers to create beautiful, consistent, and controlled flare in the image, whilst maintaining contrast and avoiding transmission loss. With 8K support and unique X-coating technology, the lenses and internal light reflections can be effectively controlled to create a distinctive look, with flare and ghosting for dramatic effects. They maximise the delicate emotions of the subject and show rich depiction.
XEEN Meister lenses are colour-matched across the full range and feature super-bright T-stops of T1.3. The 13 aperture blades produce excellent low light performance and beautiful bokeh. PL-mount versions also include the i Technology protocol, whereby users with compatible cameras can see and record lens metadata such as focal length, aperture and focus distance.
Each lens has 300° of focus rotation, which helps in creating accurate focus pulls and the focus scales themselves are angled to make it easier to confirm settings, even when viewing the lens from the side. Robust and built using titanium, these high-quality premium cinematography lenses are ready to fit onto a selection of lens mounts adding luxury through future-oriented design.
Specifications
| Model Name | XEEN Meister 50mm T1.3 | |||
| Maximum T-stop | T1.3 | |||
| Image Circle | Ø 43.2mm | |||
| Angle of View | Full Frame | 46.6° | ||
| Super 35 | 31.0° | |||
| Focusing Range | ∞ to 0.45 m | |||
| ∞ to 1’ 48” ft | ||||
| Front Diameter | Ø 114 mm | |||
| Number of Aperture Blades | 13 | |||
| Rotation Angle of Focus Ring | 300° | |||
| Rotation Angle of Aperture Ring | 92° | |||
| Mount | PL | Canon EF | Sony E | |
| Size | Ø127.0 x 122.0 mm | Ø127.0 x 130.0 mm | Ø127.0 x 156.0 mm | |
| Weight (without Lens cap) | 2.3 kg / 5.0 lbs | 2.1 kg / 4.6 lbs | 2.3 kg / 5.1 lbs | |
8K & Fastest T1.3 Full Frame Cine Lens
XEEN Meister has the outstanding resolution supporting 8K on full-frame cameras. It is the fastest full-frame cine prime lens with T1.3, producing excellent low-light performance. Additionally, a bright T1.3 aperture maximizes the dramatic effect with an extremely shallow depth of field. 13 sheets of aperture blades create the natural-looking background and round bokeh to express the delicate emotions of people while richly depicting the shot.
Lens Meta Data Recording
It supports /i Technology protocol (PL mount only), which enables cameras to automatically record the accurate lens meta data. This makes production and post-production more effectively.
Premium Material, Premium Design
XEEN Meister adopts the premium material and premium design in the spirit of craftsmanship. Titanium is applied to the front barrel, enabling this lens more durable. The 114mm standard front diameter size and the unified positions of the aperture and focus gear rings, making it easily attach and detach lens accessories such as Matte Box or Follow Focus.
Outstanding Usability
It can be mounted on various cameras for three mount options: PL, Canon EF, and Sony E mount.
All scales, including focal length and aperture values, are on both sides of the lens and with the luminous font that glows in the dark, enabling convenient verification and operation, even in low light environments. 300° wide focus gear rotation angle makes you adjust focus minutely.
8K Outstanding Resolution
XEEN Meister lenses offer unprecedented resolution in all areas of the image, supporting 8K on the full-frame cameras
Lens Meta Data Recording
/i Technology, which enables cameras to automatically record the lens meta data, is applied, making production and post-production more effective
(PL Mount Only)
Titanium Front Barrel
Titanium is equipped to the front part of the barrel, making it both light and durable
Fastest T1.3 Cine Lens
The widest stop of T1.3 allows shooting even in low-light environments for more natural-looking shots and the cinematic look of an extremely shallow depth of field
Wide Focus Gear Rotation Angle
300° wide angle of rotation enables fine focus adjustment
Luminous Font
All scales, including focal length and aperture values, are treated with bright fluorescent paint for convenient use, even in low light environments
Bidirectional Scale
The focus and aperture values are displayed on both sides of the lens, enabling easy verification and operation from either side
PL, EF, E Mount
Three mount options for mounting on a variety of cameras
X-Coating
Provides a distinctive look by controlling internal reflection, flare, and ghosting, and produces dramatic images
