Venus Optics Laowa Nanomorph 65mm T2.4 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
The Venus Optics 65mm T2.4 1.5x is a 65mm f/2.4 lens designed for Sony E, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Canon RF, Nikon Z mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Venus Optics Laowa Nanomorph 65mm T2.4 1.5x Anamorphic Lens
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Lens Overview — Venus Optics 65mm T2.4 1.5x
Key Features — Venus Optics 65mm T2.4 1.5x
1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze: Captures a wider horizontal field of view than the sensor natively provides, delivering a cinematic widescreen image when de-squeezed in post.
T2.4 Maximum Aperture: A true T-stop rating reflects actual light transmission, ensuring consistent exposure when used as part of a matched lens set.
Super 35 Coverage: Designed to cover the Super 35 format, compatible with the most widely used sensor size in professional cinema cameras.
65mm Prime Focal Length: A standard focal length on Super 35 well-suited to dialogue scenes, medium shots, and close-up cinematography.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth, precise manual focus ring built for repeatable focus pulls in professional cinema workflows.
Anamorphic Lens Flares: Produces characteristic horizontal lens flares and oval bokeh associated with the anamorphic cinematic look.
Lens Specifications — Venus Optics 65mm T2.4 1.5x
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio, Video / Cinematography, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Anamorphic |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 65mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.4 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | Sony E, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Canon RF, Nikon Z |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 62mm |
Description — Venus Optics 65mm T2.4 1.5x
The Venus Optics Laowa Nanomorph 65mm T2.4 is a prime anamorphic lens designed specifically for Super 35 cinema and video applications. With a maximum aperture of T2.4 — a true T-stop rating reflecting actual light transmission — this lens delivers consistent exposure characteristics suited to professional cinematic work. The 65mm focal length places it in the standard focal length range, making it well-suited for a wide variety of cinematic compositions on S35-format cameras.
Mounted via a Lens Board (Technical Camera) interface, it is built for technical and cinema camera configurations. Weighing only 390g, it is impressively compact for the anamorphic cinema category, offering a practical advantage on weight-sensitive rigs. A 62mm front filter thread provides compatibility with standard cinema and photography filters.
The lens is manual focus only, in keeping with professional cinema lens conventions that prioritize precise, pull-focus control. No image stabilization is included.
Pros — Venus Optics 65mm T2.4 1.5x
- ✓True T2.4 aperture provides verified light transmission for consistent exposure across a matched lens set
- ✓Lightweight at just 390g, making it practical for handheld and gimbal-based cinema rigs
- ✓Super 35 format coverage aligns with the most widely used cinema sensor size
Cons — Venus Optics 65mm T2.4 1.5x
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, which may limit use in run-and-gun or documentary scenarios
- ✗Lens Board (Technical Camera) mount is a specialized interface not compatible with common EF, PL, or E-mount cinema rigs without adaptation
- ✗No image stabilization, requiring a stable rig or support system for clean footage
Reviews — Venus Optics 65mm T2.4 1.5x
- Laowa Nanomorph S35 1.5X Anamorphic Review
Newsshooter - The Venus Optics Nanomorph Anamorphic Lenses are the World's Tiniest
PetaPixel - Smallest Lenses for the Anamorphic Look: Laowa Nanomorph 65mm, 80mm + 1.33x Adapter
Brandon Li - LAOWA 65MM 1.5X ANAMORPHIC NANOMORPH | BMPCC6K PRO | Test Footage Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K
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Videos — Venus Optics 65mm T2.4 1.5x
Laowa Nanomorph anamorphic lens review (35mm T2.4 and 50mm T2.4) — DPReview TV