SLR Magic 10mm T2.1 world premiere, 1st video stills !!!!

[Sebastien Farges]

Hi everyone,

 

I've just received today the upcoming SLR Magic 10mm T2.1(eq. f1.8), and their upcoming variable ND filter !

 

My very firsts impressions : solid, heavy, compact, sharp at full aperture T2.1, only 2cm minimum focus distance.

The ND filter : good first impressions, and two great options on it : lever and hard stop !

 

Here are some pictures of the lens and of the variable ND filter, photo stills and video stills from GH4 C4K footages (most of them @ T2.1).

 

 

 

THE COMPLETE SET OF PICTURES IS HERE :

 

https://www.flickr.com/photos/43243778@N04/sets/72157646791136410/

 

 

 

 

Movie is coming soon  :)

 

TECHNICAL INFOS PRESS RELEASE at the end of this post

 

Thanks for your interest

 

THE LENS :

 

 

SLR Magic 10mm T2.1 by sebfarges, on Flickr

 

SLR Magic 10mm T2.1 by sebfarges, on Flickr

 

SLR Magic ND variable filter by sebfarges, on Flickr

 

 

 

 

 

SLR Magic 10mm T2.1 + SLR Magic ND variable filter by sebfarges, on Flickr

 

PHOTO STILLS with GH4

 

 

 

SLR Magic 10mm T2.1 photo still by sebfarges, on Flickr

 

SLR Magic 10mm T2.1 photo still by sebfarges, on Flickr

 

 

 

4K VIDEO STILLS from GH4

 

SLR Magic 10mm T2.1 4K video still by sebfarges, on Flickr

 

SLR Magic 10mm T2.1 4K video still by sebfarges, on Flickr

 

SLR Magic 10mm T2.1 4K video still by sebfarges, on Flickr

 

 

 

 

 

TECHNICAL INFOS PRESS RELEASE :

 

 

NEW: THE SLR Magic HyperPrime CINE 10mm T2.1 and SLR Magic 77 ND 0.4-ND 1.8 filter

SLR Magic expands its micro four thirds lineup with new wide angle lens
 
Hong Kong, China (September 3, 2014)  - SLR Magic expands the micro four thirds lens lineup with the new SLR Magic HyperPrime CINE 10mm T2.1 wide angle lens. With this latest addition, the portfolio of lenses for the micro four thirds system is now comprised of thirteen focal lengths. The product will be officially introduced during upcoming Photokina 2014 fair in Cologne.
 
The field of view of this new HyperPrime Lens corresponds to a 20mm lens in 35mm format and this fast wide angle of view opens up many new creative composition opportunities, particularly in the fields of interior, architectural and landscape cinematography and photography. Additionally, a fast max aperture of T2.1 makes the SLR Magic HyperPrime CINE 10mm T2.1 ideal for available-light photography.
 
We place our highest priority in the development on our lenses to fulfill the demands of professional cinematographers and photographers. The design and build of the SLR Magic HyperPrime CINE 10mm T2.1 is solid and reliable.

The SLR Magic 77 ND 0.4-ND 1.8 filter is a solid variable neutral density filter providing a reduction of about 1.3 to 6 stops. The 0.4 to 1.8 density creates a darkening of the entire image, allowing you to photograph with a wider aperture or slower shutter speed than normally required. The degree of density is easily controlled by rotating the front filter ring via the non-removable lever. By slowing your exposure time you are able to control depth of field and convey movement more easily. Both filter substrates are combined into one filter ring, this filter is low profile and helps to eliminate vignetting on most lenses. The front filter ring diameter is 86mm in diameter, further helping to reduce vignetting, on wide angles lenses such as the SLR Magic HyperPrime CINE 10mm T2.1 lens. 
 
The SLR Magic HyperPrime CINE 10mm T2.1 (MSRP: $799 US) and SLR Magic 77 ND 0.4-ND 1.8 filter (MSRP: $179 US) will be available from authorized SLR Magic dealers starting end of October 2014.

The SLR Magic HyperPrime CINE 10mm T2.1 will be first presented at Photokina 2014 fair. The SLR Magic stand would be in (No. L-011, Hall 5.1) during the fairs which are to be held in Cologne from 16th to 21st of September 2014. For all those who want to visit Photokina 2014 fairs.
 

SLR Magic is currently looking for volunteers to test this lens at a special price. If interested:

1. Send an email to support@slrmagic.com with the subject "SLR Magic 10mm T2.1 volunteer".
2. Include sample videos/photos or link to photo/video reviews you have done in the past.

Technical Data          

SLR Magic HyperPrime CINE 10mm T2.1

Lens Type:      

Fast wide-angle lens

Compatible Cameras:             

All micro four thirds mount cameras

Optical Design:           

13 elements in 11 groups

Distance Settings:                               

Distance range: 0.20m to ∞, combined scale meter/feet

Aperture:        

Manually controlled diaphragm, 11 aperture blades , Lowest value 16

Bayonet:         

micro four thirds

Filter Mount:                                       

Internal thread for 77mm filter; filter mount does not rotate.

Surface Finish:                        

Black anodized

Dimensions:                

Length to bayonet mount:

approx. 79.45mm (approx. 3.12in)

Largest diameter:                    

approx. 80.00mm (approx. 3.14in)

Weight:                                   

approx. 420g (approx. 14.8oz)          

         



SLR Magic 77 ND 0.4-ND 1.8
 

Type:

Variable density 
 

Size:

77 mm 
 

Filter Factor:

0.4 - 1.8 (1.3 - 6 stops) 
 

Front Filter Thread Size:
 

86mm

 

[Andrew Reid]

Really nice shots sir.

 

Looks to perform pretty well. Mine has arrived, will check it out soon.

[Inazuma]

That lens looks beautiful and your pictures are gorgeous!

[Sebastien Farges]

Thanks Andrew :)

[Sebastien Farges]

That lens looks beautiful and your pictures are gorgeous!

 

Thanks Inazuma, and don't forget most of them are 4K video stills from my GH4 in cinema mode ;)

[Guest Ebrahim Saadawi]

Lovely work thanks for the review Sebastien. Looks like a superb wide performer for m43.

[Leepatterson]

I own the 35mm t1.4 and the Anamorphot with diopters and love them. The 10mm looks fantastic but my interest is principally with the VND. I have a BMPCC and I was wondering if their is any provision for IR cut with it?
Thanks for posting these images:) Lee

[Sebastien Farges]

Lovely work thanks for the review Sebastien. Looks like a superb wide performer for m43.

 

Thanks Ebrahim :)