Laowa Nanomorph 35mm 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
The Laowa 35mm 1.5x Anamorphic is a 35mm f/2.4 lens designed for PL Mount, Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Laowa Nanomorph 35mm 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
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Lens Overview — Laowa 35mm 1.5x Anamorphic
Key Features — Laowa 35mm 1.5x Anamorphic
1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze: Produces a widescreen cinematic image with characteristic anamorphic oval bokeh and horizontal lens flares.
35mm Prime Focal Length: Fixed focal length delivers a natural, slightly wide perspective well suited to documentary, narrative, and run-and-gun shooting.
f/2.4 Maximum Aperture: A bright maximum aperture for an anamorphic prime, allowing usable exposure in lower light conditions without heavy artificial lighting.
Super 35 Coverage: Designed to cover the Super 35 sensor format, compatible with the most widely used cinema camera platforms.
Compact 320g Build: Exceptionally lightweight for an anamorphic lens, making it practical for handheld operation, gimbal rigs, and compact camera setups.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth manual focus ring built for deliberate focus control and repeatable focus pulls in a cinema workflow.
Lens Specifications — Laowa 35mm 1.5x Anamorphic
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Documentary, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Anamorphic |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.4 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount, Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 55mm |
Description — Laowa 35mm 1.5x Anamorphic
The Laowa Nanomorph 35mm is a prime anamorphic lens built for Super 35 sensor cameras, fixed at a 35mm focal length in the standard focal length range. It offers a maximum aperture of f/2.4, delivering a bright image for an anamorphic prime. At just 320g, the lens is notably compact and lightweight, making it a practical choice for shooters prioritizing portability without sacrificing anamorphic character.
The 55mm filter thread provides straightforward compatibility with a wide range of standard filters. Focus is fully manual, giving operators direct, precise control over focus pulling. Mount compatibility is broad, with options for PL Mount, Canon EF, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds, allowing the lens to pair with a diverse range of mirrorless and cinema cameras. Image stabilization is not included, and the lens is designed exclusively for mirrorless camera systems.
The Nanomorph 35mm is a purpose-built anamorphic prime suited to productions where a compact, multi-mount lens is a practical advantage.
Pros — Laowa 35mm 1.5x Anamorphic
- ✓Broad mount compatibility across PL, Canon EF, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds systems
- ✓Lightweight at just 320g, making it well-suited for compact rigs and handheld shooting
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/2.4 provides a bright image for an anamorphic prime
Cons — Laowa 35mm 1.5x Anamorphic
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support for operators who rely on AF
- ✗No image stabilization, which can make handheld shooting more demanding
- ✗Fixed 35mm focal length offers no zoom flexibility
Videos — Laowa 35mm 1.5x Anamorphic
Laowa Nanomorph anamorphic lens review (35mm T2.4 and 50mm T2.4) — DPReview TV