===== GL Optics Tokina 11-16mm T3 ===== 
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==== Summary ====
In 2010, GL Optics ignited a revolution in the filmmaking industry. Faced with sky-high lens prices, creators craved a more accessible entry point. The MkI, our inaugural offering, wasn't just a rehoused lens; it was a game-changer.
Born from innovation, not renovation: We transformed the Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8, a still photography lens, into a 
PL-mounted powerhouse for filmmakers. Opting not to take the "sleeve" approach, we meticulously crafted a robust lens body with an 80mm front ring, ready for matte box compatibility. Making the impossible, possible: While not a high-end optic, the MkI's ultra-wide 11-16mm range offered unique possibilities. In this realm, even pricier lenses struggle for ultimate sharpness. More importantly, it offered an unprecedented value proposition: at $3,000, it was a fraction of the cost of traditional cinema lenses, opening doors for countless aspiring filmmakers.
==== Tech Specs ====
| Manufacturer    |GL Optics|
| Series          |Zoom|
| Model           |Tokina|
| Focal Length    |11-16mm|
| Max Aperture    |T3|
| Min Aperture    |-|
| Format          |-|
| Image Circle    |-|
| Minimum Focus   |-|
| Focus Rotation  |°|
| Iris Blades     |-|
| Optical Design  |-|
| Squeeze         |-|
| Front Diameter  |80mm|
| Filter Thread   |-|
| Focus/Zoom Rod  |-|
| Native Mount    |PL|
| Data Protocol   |none|
| Length          |-|
| Weight          |-|
| Body Telescope  |-|
| Body Material   |aluminum|
| Focus Drive     |manual|
| Iris Drive      |manual|
| Zoom Drive      |manual|
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