Tokina has announced the upcoming release of its new SZX Super Tele 400mm f/8 Reflex MF, a reflex lens with a T-mount that allows this lens to be attached to any camera by using mount adapters.

Tokina SZX SUPER TELE 400mm f/8 Reflex MF is a 400mm super tele lens that adopts a catadioptric type optical design with a constant f/8 aperture. The lens offers a compact alternative to standard telephoto lenses as more and more photographers are looking for easy-to-carry gear. Usually reserved for telescopes, this design choice makes the smaller design possible, but at the cost of having the signature ‘donut’ bokeh, the lack of autofocus, and having a fixed aperture.

Highlighted features:

• Extremely compact and lightweight super tele lens
• Macro shooting with 1:2.5 magnification
• Specific donut-shaped and super smooth bokeh
• Easy and precise focusing
• Super compression effect
• Versatile mount system for 5 camera mounts including 3 mirrorless mounts

The lens is constructed of six elements in five groups, offers a 1:2.5 magnification ratio, and measures in at just 355g (11.82oz). It’s 74mm (2.91”) diameter and 77mm (3.03”) in length.

To make the lens as versatile as possible, the SZX Super Tele 400mm F8 Reflex MF has a 0.75mm pitch and 42mm thread mount that can be used with adapters to work with nearly any camera system. In addition to offering the base lens without an adapter, Tokina is also selling versions with included adapters for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Micro Four Thirds camera systems.

Below are a few sample photos taken with the lens, provided by Tokina:

Tokina says the lens is set to launch on August 7, but no pricing information has been given at this time.

More info on Tokina’s website.