TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 Dual Bokeh Cine Lens for Nikon Z

Create distinctive cinematic visuals with the TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 Dual Bokeh Cine Lens, featuring a full-frame image circle, fast T2.1 aperture, and dual-mode bokeh rendering. Whether capturing stylised close-ups or immersive environments, this RF-mount prime supports dramatic bubble bokeh or soft, painterly backgrounds, giving cinematographers creative control across both ends of the spectrum.

Key Features:

• Full-frame cine lens with Canon RF mount
• Dual-bokeh design: bubble and soft background rendering
• Weighs 735g and measures 83mm in length, ideal for compact rigs
• T2.1 maximum aperture for low-light and shallow depth control
• 11-blade iris produces artistic, rounded bokeh effects
• 10 elements in 7 groups for sharpness and clarity
• Close focus down to 11" (soft mode), 21.7" (bubble mode)
• 63° angle of view for natural storytelling compositions
• Durable aviation-grade aluminium housing with 85mm diameter
• Standard 0.8 MOD gears and 82mm front filter thread
• Focus rotation: 313° (soft), 131° (bubble) for precise pulls

Two Bokeh Modes

The standout feature of the TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 is its dual bokeh system, offering both bubble and soft styles for different visual effects. Bubble bokeh creates pronounced, orb-like highlights in the background, ideal for dreamlike or stylised shots. Soft bokeh mode delivers a smooth, velvety blur with a more natural fall-off, perfect for emotional close-ups or subtle background separation. Switching between the two styles changes the look of your image without needing external modifiers.

Optics and Aperture

Built with 10 optical elements in 7 groups, this lens ensures consistent sharpness across the frame while minimising aberrations. The T2.1 aperture excels in low-light environments and allows for precise control over depth of field, supporting artistic storytelling in both dramatic and natural light settings. The stepless aperture ring allows silent exposure adjustments, and the 11-blade iris renders pleasing circular highlights, contributing to the lens’s distinct cinematic feel.

Focusing Control

With two focus throw rotations — 313° in soft bokeh mode and 131° in bubble bokeh mode — the lens provides precise manual focus control tailored to your selected bokeh style. It supports close focusing as near as 11" (0.28m) in soft mode and 21.7" (0.55m) in bubble mode, enabling detailed subject framing even in tight spaces. The focus and iris rings follow the cine-standard 0.8 MOD gear pitch, ensuring compatibility with follow focus systems and motorised rigs.

Build and Mount

The TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 is built from aviation-grade aluminium alloy for durability and heat resistance on set. Its compact 83mm length and lightweight 735g design make it well-suited to gimbals, handheld work, and tight rigging setups. The Canon RF mount version provides full-frame sensor coverage without electronic contacts, maintaining a mechanical, manual setup favoured by cinema shooters.

Front Diameter and Filter Options

This lens includes an 85mm front diameter with a standard 82mm filter thread, supporting screw-in filters such as NDs and diffusion, or clamp-on matte boxes. These options make it easy to integrate the lens into existing cinema workflows, whether working solo or within a full production crew.

What’s in the box?

• 1 x TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 Dual Bokeh Cine Lens (Nikon Z)
• 1 x Front Lens Cap
• 1 x Rear Lens Cap

FAQs

Is the TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 suitable for low-light filming?

Yes, the T2.1 maximum aperture allows for ample light intake, making it well-suited to low-light scenes or dim interior settings. The large aperture also enables shallow depth of field control, helping isolate subjects from the background even in available light conditions.

What kind of visual effect does the bubble bokeh mode produce?

Bubble bokeh mode generates large, round out-of-focus highlights that resemble floating orbs in the background. This creates a dreamy, stylised aesthetic, especially effective with point light sources or specular highlights behind the subject.

Can this lens be used with follow focus systems?

Absolutely. The focus and iris rings feature a standard 0.8 MOD pitch, compatible with most professional follow focus units. The smooth rotation of up to 313° ensures precision when pulling focus manually or using a wireless motor system.

Does the TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 support electronic features like autofocus or metadata?

No, the lens is fully manual with no electronic contacts. Focus and aperture are adjusted mechanically, which gives greater tactile control and avoids motor noise - ideal for professional video production.