GL OPTICS TOKINA 11-16 MK2 ZOOM

Rehoused by GL Optics:
(1) 95MM Diameter front – (same as Ultra Primes)
(1) 6063 Aluminum re housed lens body
(1) Stainless steel PL mount
(1) 0.8 module focus/aperture gearing
(1) Newly designed inner focus system

The GL Optics Rehoused Tokina 11-16mm Mk. 2 T3.0 is a professionally modernized cinema version of the highly regarded Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X Pro Mk. 2, re-engineered by GL Optics into a full cinema-grade PL mount barrel that brings this optically accomplished ultra-wide zoom into professional film production workflows with precision and reliability. The rehousing features industry-standard focus and zoom gear rings, a consistent front diameter, and a robust metal construction, transforming the original still photography lens into a dependable, set-ready cinema tool built for the rigors of professional production. With its compact form factor, T3.0 maximum aperture, and ultra-wide focal range, this lens is an excellent choice for documentary, narrative, and commercial productions requiring dramatic wide-angle coverage in tight spaces, immersive environmental storytelling, and versatile handheld or gimbal operation.

Key Features:
The ultra-wide 11-16mm zoom range delivers dramatic, immersive wide-angle perspectives ideally suited for confined interior spaces, action sequences, establishing shots, and dynamic handheld or Steadicam work.
The Mk. 2 designation reflects a refined iteration of the original Tokina 11-16mm, featuring improved optical coatings and enhanced contrast rendition for superior image quality over its predecessor.
A T3.0 maximum aperture across the full zoom range provides reliable light-gathering capability and a workable depth of field across a broad range of shooting conditions.
GL Optics’ precision rehousing adds industry-standard 0.8M gear rings to both the focus and zoom barrels, ensuring full compatibility with professional follow focus systems and wireless lens control units.
The PL mount conversion makes this lens directly compatible with a wide range of professional cinema cameras, including ARRI, RED, and Sony VENICE platforms, without the need for additional adapters.
A consistent front diameter across the zoom range allows uninterrupted use of matte boxes and clip-on ND filters throughout the full 11-16mm focal range.
The robust, precision-machined metal barrel provides the durability and tactile reliability expected on professional sets, significantly improving on the handling of the original photographic housing.