Venus Optics Laowa Ranger 28-75mm T2.9 Cinema Lens
The Venus Optics 28-75mm T2.9 is a 28–75mm f/2.9 cinema lens designed for PL Mount mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Venus Optics Laowa Ranger 28-75mm T2.9 Cinema Lens
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Lens Overview — Venus Optics 28-75mm T2.9
Key Features — Venus Optics 28-75mm T2.9
28-75mm Zoom Range: Covers wide environmental shots through mid-telephoto framings in a single lens, reducing the need for lens swaps during production.
Constant T2.9 Aperture: Maintains T2.9 throughout the entire zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure without compensation when reframing.
Full-Frame Image Circle: Covers full-frame cinema sensors without vignetting, making it compatible with large-format camera systems.
PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount compatible with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, and other PL-mount cinema bodies.
Manual Focus Design: Engineered for cinema workflows with a smooth, precise focus ring suited to deliberate focus pulls and repeatable marks.
77mm Filter Thread: Standard front filter diameter offers broad compatibility with matte boxes, ND filters, and other common front accessories.
Lens Specifications — Venus Optics 28-75mm T2.9
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio, Video / Cinematography |
| Lens Type | Cine |
| Format | Full Frame |
| Zoom/Prime | Zoom |
| Focal Length | 28–75mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.9 |
| Camera System | Cinema / Video |
| Lens Mount | PL Mount |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 77mm |
Description — Venus Optics 28-75mm T2.9
The Venus Optics Laowa Ranger 28–75mm T2.9 cinema zoom lens is purpose-built for professional film and video production. Mounted in PL Mount, it targets cinematographers working with industry-standard cinema camera platforms. The lens delivers a T2.9 maximum aperture held across its entire 28–75mm zoom range, providing consistent light transmission whether you're framing a wide environmental shot or pulling into a tighter composition.
Designed to cover a full-frame image circle, it performs without vignetting on large-format cinema sensors. As a manual focus lens with no image stabilization, it is intended for use in fully rigged production environments where a focus puller and stable support system are standard. A 77mm filter thread at the front offers compatibility with a wide ecosystem of cinema and photographic filters.
At 1,400g, this lens has the heft expected of a professional cinema zoom and pairs best with a dedicated lens support system. The Ranger 28-75mm T2.9 is a capable, versatile zoom for cinematographers who need full-frame coverage and a consistent fast stop across a useful standard zoom range.
Pros — Venus Optics 28-75mm T2.9
- ✓Consistent T2.9 maximum aperture across the full 28–75mm zoom range supports stable exposure during zoom
- ✓Full-frame lens format ensures coverage for large-sensor cinema cameras without vignetting
- ✓PL Mount is a widely accepted cinema industry standard, offering broad compatibility with professional cinema camera bodies
Cons — Venus Optics 28-75mm T2.9
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus, which requires a dedicated focus puller in professional setups
- ✗No image stabilization, so stable footage depends entirely on rigging and support equipment
- ✗At 1,400g, the lens adds significant weight to a camera rig and may require additional support
Reviews — Venus Optics 28-75mm T2.9
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Videos — Venus Optics 28-75mm T2.9
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Frequently Asked Questions — Venus Optics 28-75mm T2.9
What camera mount does this lens use?+
The Laowa Ranger 28-75mm T2.9 is available in PL Mount. This is a professional cinema lens mount standard. Always verify your camera body accepts PL Mount before purchasing.
Does this lens cover full-frame sensors?+
Yes, the lens is specified with a full-frame lens format, meaning it is designed to cover full-frame cinema sensors without vignetting.
Does this lens have autofocus or image stabilization?+
No — the Laowa Ranger 28-75mm T2.9 is a manual focus lens with no autofocus capability. Image stabilization is also listed as none, so stable footage relies on your camera support system.
What is the maximum aperture of this lens?+
The lens has a maximum aperture of T2.9. This T-stop rating reflects the actual light transmission through the lens, which is the standard measurement used in cinema lenses.
What filter size does this lens accept?+
The Laowa Ranger 28-75mm T2.9 accepts 77mm front filters, which is a common size with wide availability across filter manufacturers.
How heavy is this lens?+
The lens weighs 1,400g. This is a substantial weight that should be factored into your rig configuration, and additional lens support is advisable in most professional cinema setups.