Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 Anamorphic
The Laowa 50mm T2.4 is a 50mm 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 50mm T2.4 Anamorphic
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Lens Overview — Laowa 50mm T2.4
Key Features — Laowa 50mm T2.4
1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze: Delivers the characteristic widescreen look and oval bokeh of anamorphic optics while keeping the lens compact enough for handheld and run-and-gun use.
50mm T2.4 Aperture: A bright maximum aperture of T2.4 provides solid light-gathering capability for interior and low-light shooting without artificial lighting.
Super 35 Coverage: Designed to cover the Super 35 sensor format, matching the most widely used digital cinema cameras in professional production.
Four Mount Options: Available in PL Mount, Canon EF, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds, giving cinematographers flexibility across a broad range of camera bodies.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, dedicated manual focus ring supports precise focus pulls in traditional cinema workflows with a focus puller.
Compact 313g Body: At just 313g, this is an exceptionally lightweight anamorphic cinema lens, well-suited for handheld rigs, gimbals, and travel-light productions.
Lens Specifications — Laowa 50mm T2.4
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Documentary, 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, Canon EF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 55mm |
Description — Laowa 50mm T2.4
The Laowa Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 is an anamorphic prime lens built for Super 35 cinema and video production. With a 50mm focal length sitting in the standard range and a maximum aperture of T2.4, it provides cinematographers with a capable, lightweight tool for a variety of production contexts. Weighing just 313g, this lens punches well above its weight class for portability, making it easy to deploy on compact rigs or in handheld configurations.
Mount compatibility is a real strength — the lens is offered in PL Mount, Canon EF, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds, covering the most common cinema and mirrorless platforms in active use today. Focus is manual only, keeping it in line with cinema lens conventions. There is no image stabilization, so external support equipment may be needed depending on the shooting scenario.
The 55mm filter thread allows for easy integration of screw-in filters. Classified as a prime lens with a Cinema / Video camera system designation, the Nanomorph 50mm T2.4 is a focused, purpose-built tool for filmmakers working within the Super 35 ecosystem.
Pros — Laowa 50mm T2.4
- ✓Lightweight at 313g — unusually portable for an anamorphic cinema lens
- ✓Wide mount compatibility: PL Mount, Canon EF, Sony E, and Micro Four Thirds
- ✓T2.4 maximum aperture provides solid low-light capability for a cinema lens
Cons — Laowa 50mm T2.4
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, which may limit solo or run-and-gun shooters
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring external stabilization solutions for handheld use
- ✗Super 35 format coverage means the lens is not designed for full-frame or larger sensors
Videos — Laowa 50mm T2.4
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