Tokina Vista 25mm T1.5 PL vs Zeiss Flektogon 35mm f/2.8
Tokina Vista 25mm T1.5 PL vs Zeiss Flektogon 35mm f/2.8
When comparing Zeiss Flektogon 35mm f/2.8 and Tokina Vista 25mm T1.5 PL, which one is better?
1. Lens Mount Comparison
These two lenses use the same lens mount, the Arri PL Mount. This means that both lenses are compatible with cameras that use this mount.
Winner: Tied
Regarding lens mount: Popular lens mounts are Canon RF and EF, Micro Four Thirds and Nikon Z. Different lens mounts lets you connect different lenses to camera bodies, but some might not be compatible. This can be helped by using an adapter, like a Canon EF to RF adapter.
2. Lens Type Comparison
Both lenses are Prime lenses, which means that you can choose both Tokina Vista 25mm T1.5 PL or Zeiss Flektogon 35mm f/2.8 if you're looking for that type of lens.
Winner: Tied
Regarding type: There are two types of lenses; zoom lenses and prime lenses. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length and cannot be zoomed, while zoom lenses have a focal length range and can be zoomed in to get closer to the subject. Prime lenses are usually lighter, cheaper and let in more light. Zoom lenses are more versatile but are more expensive since they require a more advanced lens design.
Specifications
Full specifications table of Tokina Vista 25mm T1.5 PL and Zeiss Flektogon 35mm f/2.8:
| Tokina Vista 25mm T1.5 PL | Zeiss Flektogon 35mm f/2.8 | |
 |  | |
| Brand | Tokina | Zeiss |
| Weight | 2190 g | Missing |
| Lens Mount | Arri PL Mount | Arri PL Mount |
| Focal Length | 25 mm | Missing |
| Largest Aperture | 1.5 | Missing |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 35 cm | Missing |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Aperture Range | 1.5 - 22 | Missing |
| Lens Front Diameter (Not Filter Thread) | 114 mm | Missing |
| Lens Groups | 15 | Missing |
| Lens Elements | 16 | Missing |