Iron Glass marries impossibility with innovation, presenting the remarkable rehousing of the much-acclaimed Tokina 28-70mm f/2.8 lens – a task once thought unfeasible.
The Tokina 28-70 f/2.8 lens, with its complex internal structure of 16 elements in 12 groups and five synchronized movements, always stood as an insurmountable challenge to a cinema-style rehousing transformation. However, Iron Glass shattered such perceptions, accomplishing this daring task but also infusing additional improvements along the journey.
Unveiling the Upgrades of the Rehoused Lens
Iron Glass revamped the rehoused lens by dialing up the count of iris blades from 8 to 15. This lens is a parfocal marvel, ensuring crisp focus throughout the zoom range. It also boasts a focus rotation stretching to 300 degrees, and an upgraded minimum focus distance of 1’9″, offering more flexibility to the users.
Luxurious Lens Built for Rigours
Primed for PL mount, the Phenix 28-70 caters to the cover range of a full-frame sensor and is encased within a sturdy aluminum body. Primarily envisioned for rental purposes, it is also open to purchase for those willing to venture into a higher investment bracket, but a patience-testing wait of 3-6 months is to be expected. Iron Glass provides the comfort of sourcing the original Tokina lenses for rehousing, liberating customers from this concern.
The Investment Spectrum
This cinematic marvel comes with an attractive yet hefty price tag. If prepared to splurge on this beaut, keep aside a cool $13.5k, coupled with a 50% upfront deposit to secure this ingenious invention. With the release of the Phenix 28-70mm T2.7 lens, Iron Glass redefines the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of cinematic lenses.
