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Kiron Kino Precision 28mm F2 Wide Angle Cine Mod Prime Lens | Sony E-mount!
Kiron Kino Precision 28mm F2 Wide Angle Cine Mod Prime Lens | Sony E-mount!
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Kiron Kino Precision 28mm F2 is one of the most respected vintage wide-angle lenses from the golden era of Japanese optics. Known for its rich micro-contrast, excellent sharpness, and dynamic flare characteristics, this Kiron design has been a longtime favorite of photographers and filmmakers seeking expressive, character-driven visuals. This copy has been professionally cine-modded and fully adapted for Sony E-mount, transforming a legendary photo lens into a reliable, production-ready cine tool. With its fast F2 aperture and true 28mm wide-angle coverage, the lens delivers a natural yet immersive field of view – perfect for narrative filmmaking, handheld documentary work, gimbal use, music videos, travel filmmaking, and low-light shooting where compactness and speed are essential.
🎬 Professionally Cine-Modded for Filmmakers
This Kiron 28mm F2 has undergone a complete professional cine-mod in our workshop, ensuring it integrates seamlessly into modern video workflows:
- 0.8 Pitch Follow Focus Gear – Installed on the focusing ring for precise, repeatable control
- 80mm Outer Diameter Cine Lens Hood – Matte-box friendly and standardized for cine accessories
- Sony E-mount Adaptation – Calibrated for accurate infinity focus on Sony mirrorless systems
- Fully Serviced Mechanically – Re-lubricated helicoid, smooth dampened focusing, clean aperture movement
- Front & Rear Caps Included – Safe storage and transport
- Internal Cleaning & Adjustment – Optical elements cleaned and aligned for best performance
This cine-mod transforms the original still-photo lens into a dependable, cinema-ready wide-angle tool with smooth operation, accurate focus travel, and compatibility with modern rigs.
🎥 Unique Cinematic Rendering
The Kiron 28mm F2 is widely recognized for its impressive combination of speed, sharpness, and character:
- Strong Micro-Contrast – Gives images a punchy, filmic clarity
- Beautiful Flare Behavior – Produces expressive vintage flares without overwhelming the frame
- Smooth, Natural Bokeh – Rare for a 28mm wide-angle
- Rich Color Reproduction – Classic Kiron warmth and depth
- Pleasant Edge Fall-Off – Adds dimensionality and focus to your subject
Whether you’re shooting wide establishing scenes, intimate handheld shots, or stylized creative work, this lens adds a unique, analog feel that modern lenses often fail to replicate.
⚙️ Technical Specifications
- Lens Mount - Sony E-mount
- Focal Length - 28mm
- Maximum Aperture - F2
- Minimum Aperture - F16
- Number Of Aperture Blades - 6
- Minimum Focusing Distance - 0.3m
- Filter Size - 55mm
- Focus Type - Manual
- Serial Number - 50111914
🔧 Fully Serviced, Ready for Use
The lens was disassembled, cleaned internally, re-lubricated, and reassembled with smooth, even focusing resistance. Aperture blades are clean and responsive. The glass is free of scratches, haze, and fungus. Minor age-related cosmetic marks may be visible on the barrel, but these do not affect function or image performance.
📦 This Offer Includes
✔ Kiron Kino Precision 28mm F2 Cine Mod Lens
✔ Sony E-Mount Adaptation
✔ Installed Follow Focus Gear
✔ 80mm OD Cine Lens Hood
✔ Front Lens Cap
✔ Rear Lens Cap
🎞 Why Choose This Lens?
The Kiron 28mm F2 Cine Mod is an outstanding balance of compact size, fast aperture, and cinematic character. It is an ideal wide-angle for filmmakers who want expressive visuals, reliable manual control, and a lens with true vintage personality – without sacrificing optical quality. Whether used for narrative filmmaking, travel films, music videos, or handheld run-and-gun work, this upgraded Kiron offers a filmic aesthetic that stands out from modern, clinical-looking lenses.
