Mitakon (Zhongyi) 25mm f/0.95 Lens Announced for MFT Cameras: $399

Zhongyi Optics (ZY Optics) has announced the world’s lightest f/0.95 lens, Mitakon Speedmaster 25mm f/0.95 lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras. This new member in the Mitakon Speedmaster family is a ultra-fast prime lens which provides a 35mm-equivalent focal length of 50mm in the Micro Four Thirds system. A maximum aperture of f/0.95 makes it extremely convenient to shoot at a low light conditions without flash and . Most importnatly, this lens weigh merely 0.51 pounds and 2.5 inches long. The compact size and fast aperture make it an ideal companion of your camera for everyday shooting in a wide variety of conditions.

Despite the extreme light weight, the lens incorporates a 11 elements in 9 groups optical design, including 1pc of Extra-low disperson elements, 4 pcs of Extra-high Refractive Index elements and 2pcs of High Refractive index elements.

Like other Mitakon lenses, the 25mm F0.95 is manual focus only and features an aperture ring that has click-less stops for video users. Manual focus design and a click-less, silent aperture ring promote smooth handling and are especially well-suited to video applications. The lens is built in metallic enclosure with additional protective process and finest finishing, which gives extra durability and aesthetic.

This new Mitakon 25mm f/0.95 lens will be compatible with Olympus and Panasonic Micro Four Thirds cameras, but, as a warning this new Mitakon Zhongyi 25mm f/0.95 Lens doesn’t work with the Olympus E-PL6, E-PL5, E-PM2 and OMD-EM5 Mark 1. The EM5 (II) is fine to use.

This new Mitakon Zhongyi 25mm f/0.95 Lens will be released in late October with a price tag of $399, $400 less than its competitor Voigtlander Nokton 25mm f/0.95 lens. For more information visit the ZY Optics website.

And, Mitakon released the new 35mm f/0.95 Lens for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless digital cameras, designed for low-light performance and refined depth of field control. The Mitakon Zhongyi 35mm f/0.95 Lens is currently in stock at Amazon, B&H for $680.

Mitakon Zhongyi 25mm f/0.95 Lens Specifications

Lens type	Manual lens
Max Format size	M43
Focal length	25mm
Lens mount	M43
Maximum aperture	F0.95
Minimum aperture	F16.0
Aperture ring	Yes
Diaphragm blades	11
Elements	11
Groups	9
Minimum focus	0.25 m
Distance scale	Yes
Weight	230g
Diameter	60mm
Length	55mm
Filter thread	43 mm

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