Laowa Nanomorph 35mm Anamorphic Lens
The Laowa 35mm Anamorphic Lens is a 35mm f/2.4 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Laowa Nanomorph 35mm Anamorphic Lens
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Lens Overview — Laowa 35mm Anamorphic Lens
Key Features — Laowa 35mm Anamorphic Lens
1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze: Delivers the widescreen cinematic look with characteristic oval bokeh and horizontal lens flares without requiring a full-frame sensor.
35mm Standard Focal Length: Covers a natural, versatile field of view well-suited to narrative dialogue scenes, documentary work, and general coverage shooting.
T2.4 Maximum Aperture: Provides solid light-gathering capability for controlled studio environments and moderately low-light shooting conditions.
Super 35 Format Coverage: Designed to cover Super 35 sensors, matching the standard used by a wide range of professional cinema cameras from ARRI, RED, and Sony.
Multi-Mount Availability: Available in PL and other mounts; verify the specific mount variant before purchase to confirm compatibility with your camera system.
Lightweight at 330g: Exceptionally compact for an anamorphic prime, making it practical for gimbal rigs, handheld builds, and weight-sensitive camera setups.
Lens Specifications — Laowa 35mm Anamorphic Lens
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Anamorphic |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 35mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.4 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 55mm |
Description — Laowa 35mm Anamorphic Lens
The Laowa Nanomorph 35mm is a prime anamorphic cinema lens built for Super 35 format cameras, mounted via PL Mount. With a 35mm focal length sitting in the standard range, it offers a natural, versatile perspective suitable for a broad range of cinematic applications. The lens features a maximum aperture of 2.4 — buyers should confirm T-stop or f-stop designation with the seller — providing solid light-gathering performance for cinema environments.
At just 330g, it is an impressively lightweight option for an anamorphic prime, making it practical for gimbal rigs, compact cinema builds, and productions where portability matters. Focus is entirely manual, consistent with professional cinema lens standards where precise focus control is essential. The 55mm filter thread allows easy integration with standard filter accessories.
No image stabilization is included. The PL Mount configuration ensures this lens fits into established professional cinema ecosystems, making it a practical and physically manageable anamorphic option for Super 35 cinematography.
Pros — Laowa 35mm Anamorphic Lens
- ✓Lightweight at just 330g — unusually compact for an anamorphic cinema prime
- ✓Super 35 format coverage suits a wide range of professional cinema camera sensors
- ✓35mm standard focal length offers versatile framing for narrative and documentary work
Cons — Laowa 35mm Anamorphic Lens
- ✗No autofocus — requires dedicated focus puller or manual operation in all shooting situations
- ✗No image stabilization, so lens must be used with stabilized support rigs or gimbals
- ✗Single mount option (PL Mount only) limits use to PL-compatible cinema camera systems
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