Meike Cinema 25mm T2.2 Manual Lens for Fujifilm X-Mount, Black {77}

Meike 25mm T2.2 Cinema Lens Built for Fujifilm X-Mount Video

Cinema lenses earn their place on a working rig through predictable mechanics, and this Meike 25mm delivers exactly that. The T2.2 maximum aperture gives you a calibrated, repeatable light transmission value than a marketing f-stop, which matters the moment you're pulling exposure across matched lenses on a multi-camera shoot. The aperture range runs from T2.2 down to T22, giving you a wide stop-down range for controlled depth management. A 77mm filter thread means standard matte boxes and ND filters fit without stepping rings.

The manual focus design is the point here, not a limitation. Cinema operators and focus pullers work with manual glass intentionally, no hunting, no electronic interference, just a smooth focus ring you can mark and repeat. The multilayer coating handles contrast and flare control under mixed practical lighting. Minimum focus distance sits at 9.8 inches, which opens up tighter product-style shots and close environmental details within a narrative scene. On Fujifilm X bodies, this lens covers the Super35/APS-C format natively. For shooters building a matched set of cinema primes around a X-mount body, the 25mm focal length lands squarely in the normal-to-slightly-wide range that carries a lot of dramatic and documentary work.

Who It's For

Indie filmmakers and video shooters running Fujifilm X-mount bodies who need matched cinema glass will find the T-stop aperture rating and manual focus ring central to any multi-lens production workflow. Documentary cinematographers benefit from the 25mm focal length's natural perspective in tight spaces where wider primes exaggerate too much. Focus pullers appreciate the manual-only design because it removes autofocus unpredictability during live scenes. Product and short-form narrative shooters gain from the 9.8-inch minimum focus distance, which brings the lens close enough for detail-forward compositions without needing extension tubes.

Key Features

• Manual focus cinema lens with T2.2 maximum aperture
• 77mm filter thread for standard matte box integration
• Aperture range T2.2 to T22 for precise exposure control
• Multilayer coating for flare and contrast control
• 9.8 inch minimum focus distance for close environmental shots
• Fujifilm X-Mount with Super35/APS-C native coverage

FAQ

What's the difference between T2.2 and f/2.2 on this lens?

T-stops measure actual light transmission through the lens, while f-stops are theoretical calculations. A T2.2 gives you a calibrated, repeatable exposure value across matched cinema lenses - critical on multi-camera shoots where you need consistent light from lens to lens.

Can I use standard matte boxes and ND filters with this lens?

Yes. The 77mm filter thread accepts standard cinema accessories without stepping rings, making it straightforward to integrate into an existing rig.

Is autofocus available on this lens?

No. This is a manual focus design with no electronic communication to the camera body - that's intentional for cinema work, where focus pullers mark and repeat focus positions without hunting or hunting delays.

What's the minimum focus distance?

9.8 inches. Close enough for tight product shots and environmental details within a scene.

How does 25mm focal length perform on Fujifilm X-mount bodies?

It covers the Super35/APS-C format natively on X-mount cameras, placing it in the normal-to-slightly-wide range that handles dramatic and documentary work across matched prime sets.

What aperture range does this lens offer?

T2.2 to T22, giving you a wide stop-down range for controlled depth management from shallow focus to maximum depth of field.