Venus Laowa Proteus 85mm T2 2x Anamorphic Cine Lens for PL Mount/Canon EF, Blue, Feet

A cutting-edge addition to the world of professional cinematography, the Laowa Proteus 85mm T2 2x Anamorphic Cine Lens for PL Mount/Canon EF, in a striking blue finish, is designed to meet the dynamic needs of modern filmmakers. This lens is part of the Proteus Series, Laowa's latest and most accessible professional anamorphic series specifically designed for Super 35 sensors.

The Proteus Series boasts a constant 2X squeeze ratio across all four focal lengths, delivering exceptional image quality and the classic anamorphic characteristics that cinematographers love. These include the signature elliptical bokeh and distinctive flares, available in blue, amber, and silver options.

This lens supports close-up shots with a minimum focusing distance of 55cm, offering filmmakers a wider range of framing options for storytelling. The close-up shots also generate a shallower depth of field, adding a cinematic aesthetic to the frame.

The Laowa Proteus 85mm T2 2x Anamorphic Cine Lens is a perfect blend of classic anamorphic features and modern quality. Over the past two years, Laowa has worked closely with cinematographers to adapt state-of-the-art technology and deliver a lens that provides classic anamorphic characters with remarkable image quality.

The patented anamorphic design of the Proteus 2X Anamorphic Series features a robust front anamorphic design. This design ensures the lens delivers the image sharpness of modern quality while retaining the vintage look of anamorphic characteristics.

The lens is delicately designed with a constant 2X squeeze ratio to exemplify the classic wide-screen anamorphic look for cinema use. It works comfortably with 4:3 or 6:5 sensors, which are usually defaulted in professional cinema cameras, to deliver a 2.66:1 or 2.4:1 image after de-squeeze.

The iris ranges from T2 to T22 for the entire series, supporting filming in all light conditions and satisfying dynamic on-set needs. The lens can render organic waterfall focus roll-off in the background, a distinct anamorphic characteristic that is highly sought after in the film industry.

The optical performance of the Proteus Series is fine-tuned to deliver excellent color rendition and contrast. The series can reproduce high image quality and sharpness even when shooting wide open, with well-controlled chromatic aberration.

The Proteus lenses have a subtle change in the angle of view when the focusing distance is altered. This feature supports filmmakers in depicting a scene by shifting the focus between subjects.

The Proteus 85mm T2 2x Anamorphic Cine Lens is designed with a unified gear position, back focus adjustment mechanism, and a 0.8 Mod Gear for both aperture and focus gear to work with the pitching. It also features a 300-degree focus throw, a 114mm outer diameter, and a 105mm filter thread.

With a super 35+ sensor coverage and the ability to cover up to 21.6mm sensor height, the entire series is compatible with some full-frame cameras and most Super 35 cameras, including the latest Alexa 35. This makes the Laowa Proteus 85mm T2 2x Anamorphic Cine Lens a versatile and essential tool for every filmmaker's toolkit.