Venus Optics Laowa Nanomorph 50mm 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
The Venus Optics 50mm 1.5x Anamorphic Lens is a 50mm f/2.4 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Venus Optics Laowa Nanomorph 50mm 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
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Lens Overview — Venus Optics 50mm 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
Key Features — Venus Optics 50mm 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze: Produces a widescreen cinematic image with characteristic horizontal lens flares and oval bokeh from a compact optical design.
Super 35 Image Circle: Covers the S35 format natively, making it directly compatible with the sensors found in most professional cinema cameras.
T2.4 Maximum Aperture: Provides solid light-gathering capability for a dedicated anamorphic prime, useful in controlled and low-light shooting environments.
50mm Standard Focal Length: A versatile field of view well-suited to dialogue scenes, medium shots, and general narrative filmmaking on S35 sensors.
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount compatible with professional camera bodies from ARRI, RED, and other major manufacturers.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, cinema-style manual focus ring built for precise, repeatable focus pulls when working with a dedicated focus puller.
Lens Specifications — Venus Optics 50mm 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Documentary, Fashion, Video / Cinematography, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Anamorphic |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| 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 — Venus Optics 50mm 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
The Venus Optics Laowa Nanomorph 50mm Anamorphic Lens is a dedicated cinema prime designed for Super 35 sensor cameras. Mounted in PL Mount, it integrates cleanly into professional cinema workflows. At 50mm, it covers a standard field of view well-suited to a broad range of narrative and documentary applications.
The maximum aperture of f/2.4 delivers competent performance in varied lighting conditions. Weighing only 390g, it stands out as a compact option in the anamorphic cinema lens segment, easing demands on rigs and operators alike. Focus is manual, in keeping with professional cinema lens standards.
The 55mm filter thread provides flexibility for front-mounted filtration. Image stabilization is not present, which is typical for this category of lens. For cinematographers working on S35 cinema systems who want an anamorphic prime without the bulk of larger alternatives, the Nanomorph 50mm is a focused and practical tool.
Pros — Venus Optics 50mm 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
- ✓Lightweight at just 390g — exceptionally compact for an anamorphic cinema lens
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/2.4 provides solid light-gathering performance for a dedicated anamorphic prime
- ✓PL Mount ensures broad compatibility with professional cinema camera bodies
Cons — Venus Optics 50mm 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus, requiring a dedicated focus puller or careful operator technique
- ✗No image stabilization, which is expected for this lens class but worth noting for handheld use
- ✗PL Mount is a single-mount offering, limiting compatibility to PL-equipped cinema camera systems
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