Venus Optics Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
The Venus Optics 50mm T2.4 1.5x 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 T2.4 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
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Lens Overview — Venus Optics 50mm T2.4 1.5x
Key Features — Venus Optics 50mm T2.4 1.5x
1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze: Produces the characteristic anamorphic widescreen look with oval bokeh and horizontal lens flares when desqueezed in post.
T2.4 Maximum Aperture: Allows shooting in lower light conditions while retaining the anamorphic aesthetic without heavy artificial lighting.
50mm Standard Focal Length: Covers a versatile framing range on Super 35 bodies, suitable for dialogue scenes, run-and-gun, and documentary work.
Super 35 Format Coverage: Designed to cover the Super 35 sensor size used across a wide range of professional cinema cameras from ARRI, RED, and Sony.
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount ensures broad compatibility with professional camera systems commonly found on set.
Manual Focus Design: Built for use with follow focus systems, offering smooth, precise focus pulls suited to professional cinema workflows.
Lens Specifications — Venus Optics 50mm T2.4 1.5x
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio, Video / Cinematography, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Anamorphic |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.4 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 55mm |
Description — Venus Optics 50mm T2.4 1.5x
The Venus Optics Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 is a prime anamorphic cinema lens designed for Super 35 sensor cameras, featuring a PL Mount for professional cinema body compatibility. Operating at a 50mm focal length within the standard range, it delivers a maximum aperture of T2.4, providing dependable performance in varied lighting conditions. The lens is manual focus only, aligning with professional cinema workflows that rely on follow focus systems and dedicated focus pullers.
At 705g, it is a manageable option for handheld and gimbal-based production setups. The 55mm front filter thread makes it straightforward to integrate with common matte boxes and filter systems. With no image stabilization, stabilization is managed externally at the rig or camera level.
The Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 is listed under the mirrorless camera system category and is classified as an anamorphic type lens covering the Super 35 format.
Pros — Venus Optics 50mm T2.4 1.5x
- ✓Relatively lightweight at 705g for a cinema anamorphic prime, practical for handheld and gimbal setups
- ✓Maximum aperture of T2.4 provides solid light-gathering capability for an anamorphic prime
- ✓PL Mount ensures broad compatibility with professional cinema camera bodies
Cons — Venus Optics 50mm T2.4 1.5x
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, requiring a dedicated focus puller or follow focus system
- ✗No image stabilization, so motion control must be managed at the rig or camera level
- ✗PL Mount only — no multi-mount or interchangeable mount option listed in specifications, limiting camera system flexibility
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