Mitakon Speedmaster 80mm f/1.6
Mitakon · 80 mm · f/1.6 · Speedmaster
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
53
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Bright f/1.6 maximum aperture enables exceptional low-light performance and shallow depth of field
+High-quality optical construction with HRI and UD elements minimizes chromatic aberrations
+Affordable pricing at $599 for medium-format capability
+Built-in retractable metal lens hood eliminates need for separate accessory
+Durable metal construction designed for frequent use
+Beautiful bokeh rendering with diffused out-of-focus character
Worth Knowing
−Manual focus only with shallow depth of field makes accurate focus challenging at f/1.6
−No autofocus limits usability for fast-moving subjects
−Relatively heavy at 850-900g adds significant weight to camera system
−Limited adoption and support compared to established medium-format lenses
General | |
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About This LensThe Mitakon Speedmaster 80mm f/1.6 from Zhong Yi Optics is a manual focus medium format prime available for Fujifilm GFX and Hasselblad XCD mounts. Featuring 10 elements arranged into six groups with four HRI and one UD lens element, the lens is designed to minimize chromatic aberrations and deliver exceptional image quality. The f/1.6 aperture allows it to excel in low light with excellent depth-of-field control, while the nine-bladed diaphragm produces diffused bokeh rendering with a soft, dreamlike background. Construction uses metal materials to withstand frequent use with reliable long-term durability. | |
| Brand | Mitakon |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | Speedmaster |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Fujifilm G |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Fujifilm G |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Medium Format |
Physical64/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 850 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 83 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 83.2 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 77 mm |
Optics74/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 80 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 1.6 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 38.5° |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Manual |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 9020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 50 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.26x |
| Autofocus Mode | No |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. | No |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood |  Yes |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction31/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 10 |
| Groups | 6 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 2 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 1 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. | No |