When comparing Tokina Vista Prime 18mm T.15 EF and SLR Magic Anamorphot-CINE 35mm T2.4 2x, which one is better?
When it comes to minimum focusing distance, that is how close to the subject the lens can focus, Tokina Vista Prime 18mm T.15 EF is the winner with a minimum focusing distance of 45 cm. This can be compared with the minimum focusing distance of 110 cm for SLR Magic Anamorphot-CINE 35mm T2.4 2x.
Winner: Tokina Vista Prime 18mm T.15 EF
Regarding minimum focusing distance: The lens's minimum focusing distance determines how close you can photograph your subject, such as a face or an animal. If the minimum focusing distance is 50 cm then you cannot get closer to your subject than 50 cm. Macro lenses often have a very low minimum focusing distance so that you can take close-up shots (macro photography).
Full specifications table of SLR Magic Anamorphot-CINE 35mm T2.4 2x and Tokina Vista Prime 18mm T.15 EF:
SLR Magic Anamorphot-CINE 35mm T2.4 2x | Tokina Vista Prime 18mm T.15 EF | |
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Brand | SLR Magic | Tokina |
Weight | Missing | 2760 g |
Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
Focal Length | 35 mm | 18 mm |
Largest Aperture | 2.4 | 1.5 |
Anamorphic Lens | Yes | Missing |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 110 cm | 45 cm |
Type | Prime | Prime |
Lens Front Diameter (Not Filter Thread) | Missing | 114 mm |