Venus Optics Laowa Proteus 85mm T2 2x Anamorphic Lens
The Laowa 85mm T2 is a 85mm f/2 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Venus Optics Laowa Proteus 85mm T2 2x Anamorphic Lens
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Lens Overview — Laowa 85mm T2
Key Features — Laowa 85mm T2
2x Anamorphic Squeeze: Delivers the full 2x anamorphic squeeze ratio, producing a widescreen cinematic image with characteristic oval bokeh and horizontal lens flares.
85mm Prime Focal Length: Fixed 85mm focal length sits in the standard range, well-suited for portraiture, close-ups, and medium shots in narrative and commercial work.
T2 Maximum Aperture: A fast T2 stop allows shooting in lower light conditions and creates shallow depth of field with the distinctive anamorphic bokeh character.
Super 35 Coverage: Image circle is optimized for Super 35 sensor format, covering the most widely used cinema camera platforms from ARRI, RED, and Sony.
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema mount ensures broad compatibility with professional cinema cameras designed for interchangeable PL glass.
Manual Focus Design: Smooth manual focus ring is built for use with follow-focus systems and remote lens control units standard in professional cinema production.
Lens Specifications — Laowa 85mm T2
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Video / Cinematography, Creative Effects |
| Lens Type | Anamorphic |
| Format | Super 35 |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 85mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 105mm |
Description — Laowa 85mm T2
The Venus Optics Laowa Proteus 85mm T2 is a prime anamorphic cinema lens with a fixed 85mm focal length and a maximum aperture of T2. Designed for the Super 35 sensor format and built around the industry-standard PL Mount, it fits naturally into professional cinema workflows on a wide range of camera platforms. The lens type is classified as Anamorphic, bringing a distinctive widescreen cinematic quality to productions.
Focus is entirely manual, as expected in professional cinema environments where precision focus control is handled by dedicated crew. The front of the lens features a 105mm filter thread, providing ample room for large-format cinema filters such as diffusion or polarizers. Weighing 2.4kg, the Proteus 85mm is solidly constructed for demanding production environments. Image stabilization is not included, making external stabilization solutions essential for handheld or moving camera work.
This lens sits within the standard focal length range, making it a natural fit for interviews, mid-range narrative shots, and general-purpose anamorphic cinematography.
Pros — Laowa 85mm T2
- ✓Maximum aperture of T2 provides strong light-gathering capability for cinema production
- ✓PL Mount offers compatibility with a wide range of professional cinema camera bodies
- ✓Designed for Super 35 sensor format, aligning with widely used cinema camera platforms
Cons — Laowa 85mm T2
- ✗At 2.4kg, the lens is relatively heavy and may require additional rig support
- ✗No autofocus capability, which limits use in run-and-gun or solo shooting scenarios
- ✗Single PL Mount listed in specifications with no additional mount options confirmed in the data