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Venus Optics Laowa Ranger 75-180mm T2.9 Cine Zoom Lens

The Venus Optics 75-180mm T2.9 is a 75–180mm 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 75-180mm T2.9 Cine Zoom Lens

Venus Optics Laowa Ranger 75-180mm T2.9 Cine Zoom Lens

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Lens Overview — Venus Optics 75-180mm T2.9

The Venus Optics Laowa Ranger 75-180mm T2.9 Cine Zoom Lens is a manual-focus cinema zoom designed for Super 35 cameras using PL Mount. Covering a telephoto focal length range from 75mm to 180mm, this lens delivers a maximum aperture of T2.9 throughout the zoom range, making it a capable option for cinematographers working in controlled or well-lit environments who need reach without sacrificing too much light. The Super 35 format coverage means it pairs naturally with a wide range of professional cinema camera systems that use PL Mount.

At 1700g, the lens has a substantial but manageable build for shoulder-mount and gimbal setups common in cinema production. A 77mm front filter thread provides compatibility with standard cinematography filter systems, allowing for easy integration of polarizers, NDs, and other accessories into a production workflow. Manual focus operation is standard for cinema use, giving focus pullers precise control over follow-focus systems and wireless lens control units.

The lens is categorized firmly as a cine zoom, offering the flexibility of a zoom while maintaining cinema-grade construction and aperture consistency expected on professional sets.

Key Features — Venus Optics 75-180mm T2.9

75-180mm Telephoto Zoom: Covers a versatile telephoto range suitable for interviews, wildlife, sports, and compressed-perspective cinematic shots.

Constant T2.9 Aperture: Maintains T2.9 throughout the entire zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure without adjustment during focal length changes.

PL Mount: Industry-standard cinema lens mount compatible with professional camera systems from ARRI, RED, Sony, and others.

Super 35 Coverage: Designed for Super 35 sensors, pairing naturally with the majority of professional cinema cameras in use today.

Manual Focus Design: Built for cinema workflows with a smooth focus ring compatible with follow-focus systems and wireless lens control units.

77mm Filter Thread: Standard front filter diameter allows easy integration of polarizers, NDs, and other cinematography filter systems.

Lens Specifications — Venus Optics 75-180mm T2.9

Venus Optics 75-180mm T2.9 full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesStudio, Documentary, Video / Cinematography
Lens TypeCine
FormatSuper 35
Zoom/PrimeZoom
Focal Length75–180mm
Maximum Aperturef/2.9
Camera SystemCinema / Video
Lens MountPL Mount
AutofocusNo
Focus TypeManual
Image StabilizationNone
Filter Thread77mm

Description — Venus Optics 75-180mm T2.9

The Venus Optics Laowa Ranger 75-180mm T2.9 Cine Zoom Lens is built for cinematographers who need a reliable telephoto zoom on professional cinema cameras. Designed for Super 35 format sensors and fitted with a PL Mount, this lens integrates seamlessly into industry-standard cinema production setups. The constant T2.9 aperture across the full zoom range means exposure stays consistent whether you're at 75mm or 180mm, eliminating the need for compensation adjustments during a zoom.

Weighing 1700g, the Ranger is engineered for use on properly supported camera systems, balancing portability with the robust build quality expected in cinema production environments. The 77mm front filter thread is a practical touch, giving cinematographers easy access to standard-size screw-in filters and step-ring systems without adapters. As a fully manual focus lens, it is designed to work hand-in-hand with follow-focus systems and wireless lens control units, keeping it well within the workflow expectations of professional film and video sets.

The Telephoto focal length range makes it well suited to interviews, documentary work, narrative filmmaking, and any scenario where reach and subject compression are priorities.

Pros — Venus Optics 75-180mm T2.9

  • ✓Constant T2.9 maximum aperture across the 75-180mm zoom range maintains consistent exposure throughout focal length adjustments
  • ✓Super 35 format coverage makes it compatible with a broad range of professional cinema cameras
  • ✓PL Mount is the industry-standard cinema lens mount, ensuring wide compatibility with professional cinema bodies

Cons — Venus Optics 75-180mm T2.9

  • ✗No image stabilization, so camera support systems are required to manage camera movement at longer focal lengths
  • ✗Manual focus only with no autofocus option, which may limit versatility for run-and-gun or documentary-style shooters
  • ✗T2.9 maximum aperture, while consistent, is not among the fastest available for low-light cinema zoom work

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Frequently Asked Questions — Venus Optics 75-180mm T2.9

What camera mount does this lens use?+
The Laowa Ranger 75-180mm T2.9 uses a PL Mount, which is the standard mount found on professional cinema cameras. This is the only mount listed in the specifications.
What sensor format does this lens cover?+
The lens is designed to cover the Super 35 format, which is one of the most widely used sensor sizes in professional digital cinema production.
Does this lens have autofocus or image stabilization?+
No. The Laowa Ranger 75-180mm T2.9 is a manual focus lens with no autofocus capability. Image stabilization is listed as None in the specifications, so a stable camera support system is recommended.
What filter size does this lens use?+
The lens has a 77mm front filter thread, which is a common size that is compatible with a wide variety of screw-in and step-ring filter systems.
How heavy is this lens?+
The Laowa Ranger 75-180mm T2.9 weighs 1700g, making it a solid cinema zoom that is best used with a proper lens support or camera rig.
What is the aperture range of this lens?+
The lens has a maximum aperture of T2.9. The T-stop rating reflects the actual light transmission of the lens, which is the standard measurement used in cinema lenses rather than f-stops.

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