The Fujinon MKX18-55mm T2.9 Lens is a cine-style zoom lens specifically designed for X-mount cameras featuring a Super 35mm-sized sensor. The lens mount contains electrical contacts for seamless communication with X-series cameras. It boasts a mechanical design complete with three independent lens control rings: focus, iris, and zoom. These rings are equipped with cine-style gears (0.8 MOD) to easily interface with standard cine-style lens accessories. The focus ring offers a rotation of approximately 200°, facilitating precise focus pulls, while the clickless iris enables smooth iris pulls. Additionally, the lens features a macro mode for close focusing capabilities.
One of the notable advantages of the lens is its color matching with other Fujinon lenses, such as the HK, ZK, and XK series, allowing for seamless intercutting between lenses. The lens's 85mm front diameter is compatible with various cine-style matte boxes, and optional step-up rings (not included) can be used for this purpose. Weighing merely 2.16 pounds, this lens is relatively lightweight for a cinema zoom lens that maintains focus and aperture throughout the entire focal length range. It is specifically designed for Fuji X-mount cameras, ensuring a short flange focal distance. However, the lens does offer flange focal distance adjustment, enabling you to fine-tune it to the camera you are using it on.
