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Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 Anamorphic Lens

The Venus Optics 50mm Anamorphic is a 50mm f/2.4 lens designed for PL Mount, Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, L Mount Alliance mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 Anamorphic Lens

Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 Anamorphic Lens

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Lens Overview — Venus Optics 50mm Anamorphic

The Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 is an anamorphic prime lens from Venus Optics, engineered for cinematographers and video shooters working with Super 35 format sensors. Built around a 50mm focal length, this is a standard prime offering that slots naturally into narrative and documentary workflows where a natural perspective is preferred. The lens opens to T2.4, providing solid low-light capability for a cinema-oriented anamorphic optic.

Manual focus is the sole focusing method, which aligns with professional cinema production standards where focus pullers operate independently. Weighing in at 705g, the Nanomorph strikes a practical balance between a robust, cinema-grade build and portability on shoulder-rig or gimbal setups. The 77mm front filter thread allows for common matte box adapters and filter attachments.

Mount compatibility is a genuine strong suit here — the lens is available across PL Mount, Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, and L-Mount, making it adaptable to a wide range of camera systems in active production use. With no image stabilization on board, the lens relies on the camera body or rig for stability. It sits firmly in the Super 35 coverage format, making it purpose-built for dedicated cinema cameras and compatible mirrorless bodies shooting in that format.

Key Features — Venus Optics 50mm Anamorphic

1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze: Delivers the characteristic anamorphic widescreen look with oval bokeh and horizontal lens flares when shooting on standard sensor sizes.

50mm T2.4 Aperture: A standard focal length opening to T2.4 provides a natural field of view and solid light-gathering for interior and low-light cinema work.

Super 35 Coverage: Designed to fully cover Super 35 format sensors, making it compatible with dedicated cinema cameras and mirrorless bodies shooting in that format.

Five Mount Options: Available in PL, Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, and L-Mount, allowing the lens to move across a broad range of production camera systems.

Manual Focus Design: Smooth, cinema-standard manual focus ring built for precise, repeatable focus pulls by a dedicated focus puller on set.

77mm Filter Thread: Standard front thread size simplifies attachment of matte box adapters, ND filters, and other common cinema accessories.

Lens Specifications — Venus Optics 50mm Anamorphic

Venus Optics 50mm Anamorphic full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesVideo / Cinematography, Creative Effects
Lens TypeAnamorphic
FormatSuper 35
Zoom/PrimePrime
Focal Length50mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.4
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount, Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, L Mount Alliance
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Filter Thread77mm

Description — Venus Optics 50mm Anamorphic

The Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 from Venus Optics is an anamorphic prime built specifically for Super 35 format cinema and video production. With a 50mm focal length, it delivers a natural, standard field of view well-suited to dialogue scenes, documentary work, and narrative filmmaking. The T2.4 maximum aperture gives cinematographers meaningful low-light headroom while maintaining a compact form factor.

At 705g, the lens is practical for handheld rigs, gimbals, and shoulder-mounted setups without adding excessive bulk. The 77mm filter thread accommodates common matte box adapters and screw-in filtration. Focus is entirely manual, consistent with professional cinema production norms.

Mount options cover PL Mount, Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, and L-Mount, giving production teams the flexibility to use this lens across multiple camera platforms on the same project. There is no image stabilization, so external support or in-body stabilization should be factored into the shooting setup.

Pros — Venus Optics 50mm Anamorphic

  • ✓Broad mount compatibility spanning PL, Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, and L-Mount
  • ✓T2.4 maximum aperture offers solid light-gathering for a cinema anamorphic prime
  • ✓50mm focal length provides a natural standard perspective for narrative shooting

Cons — Venus Optics 50mm Anamorphic

  • ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support for run-and-gun or solo operators
  • ✗No image stabilization, requiring external rig or in-body stabilization
  • ✗Super 35 coverage limits usability on full-frame sensors without vignetting

Videos — Venus Optics 50mm Anamorphic

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Frequently Asked Questions — Venus Optics 50mm Anamorphic

What camera mounts is the Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 available in?+
The lens is available in PL Mount, Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, and L-Mount. This broad compatibility makes it usable across a wide variety of cinema and mirrorless camera systems.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
No, the Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 is a manual focus lens only. This is standard for cinema lenses, where a dedicated focus puller typically handles focus during production.
What sensor format does this lens cover?+
The lens is designed for Super 35 format sensors. Using it on larger sensor formats may result in vignetting or incomplete image circle coverage.
How heavy is the Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4?+
The lens weighs 705g. This makes it manageable for shoulder rigs and gimbals, though as with any cinema lens, a proper support system is recommended for extended shoots.
What filter size does the Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 use?+
The lens features a 77mm front filter thread, which is a common size compatible with a wide range of screw-in filters and matte box step rings.
Does the lens have image stabilization?+
No, the Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 does not include image stabilization. Shooters will need to rely on in-body stabilization from their camera or an external stabilization rig.

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