Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 for Canon EF

July 20, 2020 | Mark Goldstein | Lenses | Comment |

The new Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 from ZY Optics is the World’s only f/0.95 lens designed for DSLR systems. This new lens for Canon EF cameras joins the mirrorless version that is already available in Sony FE, Canon RF & Nikon Z mounts.

The Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 for Canon EF is now available priced at $799.

ZY Optics Press Release

Zhongyi Optics (ZY Optics) have released the new Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 for Canon EF mount cameras. The new 50mm lens has a different optical design from the mirrorless version and it is currently the world’s only f/0.95 lens designed for DSLR cameras. Due to the large size of the rear element, the new 50mm f/0.95 lens cannot be made into Nikon version unfortunately.

Offering a natural 50mm perspective along with an ultra-fast f/0.95 maximum aperture, the Mitakon 50mm f/0.95 is a compact prime characterized by its bright f/0.95 aperture to suit working in low-light conditions. It also affords a great degree of control over depth-of-field for isolating subjects from the background and producing selective focus effects.

A carefully-designed 12 elements in 6 groups optics system with 1pc of HRI (High Refractive Index) & 5pcs of UD (Ultra-low dispersion) elements successfully minimizes the chromatic aberrations and delivers exceptional image quality.

An eleven-blade diaphragm helps to produce a softly diffused out-of-focus rendering (bokeh). The enclosure of the lens is made of metal to strengthen its durability. A 82mm filter thread is equipped for mounting screw-in filters easily.

ZY Optics have been releasing f/0.95 lenses for different camera systems. A mirrorless design of 50mm f/0.95 (III) had been released in 2019 and is available in Sony FE, Canon RF & Nikon Z mounts.

Pricing & Availability

Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 Canon EF is now available to ship and purchase at ZY Optics official website (http://www.zyoptics.net/). The Recommended Retail price (before tax) is USD 799/pc.

Specifications

Lens type	Manual lens
Max Format size	Full Frame
Focal length	50mm
Lens mount	Canon EF
Aperture
Maximum aperture	F0.95
Minimum aperture	F16
Aperture ring	Yes
Number of diaphragm blades	11
Optics
Elements	12
Groups	6
Angle of view	45°
Focus
Minimum working distance	0.65m (2.13’)
Physical
Weight	1.5kg (3.3 lb)
Dimensions	Ф89 x 122 mm
Colour	Black
Filter thread	82mm