Venus Laowa Proteus 45mm T2 2x Anamorphic Cine Lens for PL Mount/Canon EF, Silver, Meter

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Key Features

  • Capture stunning cinematic visuals with this 45mm T2 lens, perfect for film projects.
  • Achieve a unique anamorphic look with a 2x squeeze ratio, enhancing your video's style.
  • Enjoy exceptional build quality and durability with this robust Venus Laowa cine lens.
  • Experience smooth manual focus with a precise 300-degree throw for accurate control.
  • Get creative with the versatile T2-T22 aperture range, ideal for various lighting needs.
  • Benefit from interchangeable PL/Canon EF mounts, ensuring compatibility with your cameras.
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Venus Proteus Cine Lens Specifications

  • Color

    Silver

  • Mount

    Arri PL/Canon EF (Interchangeable Canon EF bayonet is presented)

  • Focal Length

    45mm

  • Aperture Range

    T2-T22

  • Angle of View

    59.9 Degree x 27 Degree

  • Image Circle Diameter

    25.92 x 21.6mm

  • Squeeze Ratio

    2x

  • Format

    Super 35

  • Lens Structure

    17 Elements in 14 Groups

  • Aperture Blades

    10 Blades

  • Flange Distance

    PL: 52mm
    EF: 44mm

  • Focus Throw

    300 Degree

  • Aperture Throw

    60 Degree

  • Focus Indicator

    Meter

  • Min. Focusing Distance

    1.8' (0.55m)

  • In-Focus Driving Mode

    Manual (MF)

  • Follow Focus Pitch

    0.8mm

  • Focus Filter Thread

    4.13" (105mm)

  • Dimensions (Dia. x L)

    4.7 x 7.17" (119.6 x 182mm)

  • Weight

    5.29 lbs (2.4kg)

  • UPC Code

    6940486704792

About Venus Proteus Cine Lens

With the Laowa Proteus 45mm T2 2x Anamorphic Cine Lens for PL Mount/Canon EF, Silver, Meter, you can capture cinematic quality images with a professional touch. This lens, part of the latest Laowa Proteus Series, is designed specifically for Super 35 sensors and offers a constant 2X squeeze ratio across all four focal lengths in the series.

The universal T2 aperture ensures excellent image quality, while the lens's unique anamorphic characteristics, including elliptical bokeh and signature flares, are available in blue, amber, and silver options. With a minimum focusing distance of 55cm, this lens supports close-up shots, adding versatility to your filmmaking toolkit.

The Laowa Proteus 45mm T2 2x Anamorphic Cine Lens is the result of two years of collaboration with cinematographers, incorporating state-of-the-art technology to deliver classic anamorphic characters with remarkable image quality. This lens can support any cinematic production, regardless of resolution or aspect ratio.

The patented front anamorphic design of the Laowa Proteus 2X Anamorphic Series ensures a robust optical composition, delivering modern image sharpness while retaining the vintage look of anamorphic characteristics. The constant 2X squeeze ratio is designed to exemplify the classic wide-screen anamorphic look for cinema use, working comfortably with 4:3 or 6:5 sensors.

The lens's large aperture ranges from T2 to T22, supporting filming in all light conditions and satisfying dynamic on-set needs. The optical performance is fine-tuned to deliver excellent color rendition and contrast, with well-controlled chromatic aberration.

The Proteus Series offers a minimum focusing distance of 55cm, allowing for super close-up shots and adding variety to your framing options. The series also creates elliptical bokeh in the out-of-focus areas, providing a more prominently anamorphic look to your shots.

The Laowa Proteus 45mm T2 2x Anamorphic Cine Lens comes with classic sci-fi blue, warm and elegant amber, and neutral silver flare color options, allowing cinematographers to choose the right flare color to set the tone for their film. The lens also features low focus breathing, unified gear position, back focus adjustment mechanism, 0.8 Mod Gear, metric or imperial scale, 300-degree focus throw, 114mm outer diameter & 105mm filter thread, and Super 35+ sensor coverage.

In conclusion, the Laowa Proteus 45mm T2 2x Anamorphic Cine Lens for PL Mount/Canon EF, Silver, Meter is a versatile, high-quality lens that brings a professional touch to any cinematic production.

Venus Proteus Cine Lens Features

  • Super 35 Sensor Coverage
  • Outstanding Sharpness
  • Patented Anamorphic Design
  • Constant 2x Squeeze Ratio
  • Pleasant Oval Bokeh
  • 55cm Close Focusing Distance
  • T2 Large Aperture
  • Low Focus- Breathing
  • User-Friendly Cine Housing
  • Full-Frame Coverage with 1.4x Expander

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 36 months.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning cinematic visuals with this 45mm T2 lens, perfect for film projects.
  • Achieve a unique anamorphic look with a 2x squeeze ratio, enhancing your video's style.
  • Enjoy exceptional build quality and durability with this robust Venus Laowa cine lens.
  • Experience smooth manual focus with a precise 300-degree throw for accurate control.
  • Get creative with the versatile T2-T22 aperture range, ideal for various lighting needs.
  • Benefit from interchangeable PL/Canon EF mounts, ensuring compatibility with your cameras.

What's in the box:

  • Venus Laowa Proteus 45mm T2 2x Anamorphic Cine Lens (Silver)
  • Canon EF Mount Bayonet Adapter
  • Front Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap
  • Venus 3 Year Limited Warranty