Venus Laowa Argus T1 Cine Lens for Micro Four Thirds 18, 25mm Set

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Key Features

  • Capture stunning visuals with the Laowa Argus T1 Cine Lens's ultra-fast T1 aperture.
  • Enjoy smooth, precise focus pulls with the lens's professional 250-degree focus throw.
  • Achieve cinematic shots on your Micro Four Thirds camera with this high-quality lens.
  • Create beautiful bokeh with the 15-blade (18mm) / 9-blade (25mm) aperture design.
  • Benefit from exceptional build quality and durable construction for reliable use.
  • Get sharp, clear images with minimized distortion thanks to advanced optics design.
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Venus ARGUS T1 Specifications

  • Available Fixed Focal Lengths

    18mm, 25mm

  • Mount

    Micro Four Thirds

  • Aperture Range

    T1-11

  • Angle of View

    18mm: 76.15 Degree
    25mm: 58.8 Degree

  • Image Circle Diameter

    31.5mm

  • Format

    Micro Four Thirds

  • Lens Structure

    18mm: 15 elements in 10 groups
    25mm: 14 elements in 9 groups

  • Aperture Blades

    18mm: 15
    25mm: 9

  • Focus Throw

    250 Degree

  • Aperture Throw

    87 Degree

  • Focus Indicator

    Metric & Imperial (Dual Scale)

  • Min. Focusing Distance

    18mm: 9.84" (25cm)
    25mm: 13.38" (34cm)

  • Max. Magnification Ratio

    18mm: 0.13x
    25mm: 0.1x

  • In-focus Driving Mode

    Manual Focus

  • Filter Thread Size

    77mm

  • Front Diameter

    80mm

  • Image Stabilization

    No

  • Dimensions

    18mm: 3.33 x 4.19" (84.7 x 106.5mm)
    25mm: 3.34 x 3.78" (84.8 x 96mm)

  • Weight

    18mm: 2.09 lbs (950g)
    25mm: 1.68 lbs (762g)

  • UPC Code

    6940486704723

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Kit StyleBaseBaseBase
FormatMicro Four ThirdsMicro Four ThirdsMicro Four Thirds, Super 35
Lens TypeMultipleWide AngleTelephoto
Fixed Focal Length-6mm135mm
Lens MountMicro Four ThirdsMicro Four ThirdsMicro Four Thirds
Maximum ApertureT1.0T2.1T2.2
Zoom Focal LengthNANANA
Focus TypeManual FocusManual FocusManual Focus

About Venus ARGUS T1

Introducing the Argus T1 Cine Series, available in MFT format, with focal lengths ranging from 18mm to 25mm. This series offers a unique aesthetic and delivers mesmerizing shallow depth of field and dreamy bokeh. Not only does this series excel in low-light shooting with its ultra-large T1 aperture, it also creates an incredibly smooth focus roll-off. With an exceptionally small form factor, this lens series is ideal for cinematographers who seek a unique look and to accentuate dramatic character-centric effects in short films or portrait videography.

Mesmerizing Argus Look
Argus T1 Cine Series is crafted with the artistry of a painter's brush, presenting a distinctive aesthetic that brings mesmerizing "Argus" look with dreamy bokeh with great color rendition to your visuals.

Ultra Large T1 Aperture
The ultra-large T1 aperture of the Laowa Argus T1 cine lenses offers the capability to achieve a remarkably shallow depth of field with a smooth focus roll-off, immersing the audience in a delightful and dreamy atmosphere, like losing in a reverie.

Shallow Depth of Field & Dreamy Bokeh
The selective focus creates emphasis on the subject and directs the audience's attention as intended by the filmmaker. Additionally, it contributes to a clean frame by effectively blurring the background, making the subjects stand out.

Superb Sharpness and Contrast at T1 Wide Open
While ultra-large apertures often encounter chromatic aberration, the Argus T1 Cine series is meticulously designed to deliver exceptional optical performance. These lenses minimize chromatic aberration, ensuring maintained contrast and sharpness even when shooting wide open at T1 aperture.

Impeccable Low-light Shooting Performance
The T1 aperture provides a notable advantage when shooting in low-light conditions. This proves particularly beneficial for productions where additional lighting setup is restricted. Filmmakers can capture clean shots without needing to excessively increase the ISO.

Close Focusing Distance up to 13.38" / 0.34m
The series boasts an impressive close focusing distance of up to 13.38" / 0.34m. This enables the capture of breathtaking shots with a beautifully blurred background, while retaining intricate subject details. It introduces fresh and captivating perspectives to enhance your footage.

Consistent Color Rendition & Lens Performance Across The Series
Every focal length within the Argus T1 Cine Series is meticulously crafted to deliver consistent color rendition and lens performance. This minimizes the requirement for extensive editing in post-production process after utilizing different focal lengths, ensuring seamless visual consistency across your projects.

Professional Cine Housing
The Argus T1 Cine series is fully ready for all types of cine productions with unified gear positions & a dual-scale design.

0.8 MOD Gear
For both aperture and focus ring

80mm Outer Diameter & 77mm Filter Thread
Designed to accommodate the common matte boxes or filters

Internal Focusing
Avoid the need to rebalance the gimbal by preventing the lens barrel from extending

Lens Supporting Thread
Relieve the weight reliance on the camera mount

Venus ARGUS T1 Features

  • Mesmerizing Argus Look
  • Shallow Depth of Field & Dreamy Bokeh
  • Superb Sharpness and Contrast at T1 Wide Open
  • Impeccable Low-light Shooting Performance
  • Close Focusing Distance up to 13.38"
  • Consistent Color Rendition & Lens Performance Across The Series
  • Professional Cine Housing
  • 80mm Outer Diameter & 77mm Filter Thread
  • Low focus breathing

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 36 months.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning visuals with the Laowa Argus T1 Cine Lens's ultra-fast T1 aperture.
  • Enjoy smooth, precise focus pulls with the lens's professional 250-degree focus throw.
  • Achieve cinematic shots on your Micro Four Thirds camera with this high-quality lens.
  • Create beautiful bokeh with the 15-blade (18mm) / 9-blade (25mm) aperture design.
  • Benefit from exceptional build quality and durable construction for reliable use.
  • Get sharp, clear images with minimized distortion thanks to advanced optics design.

What's in the box:

  • Venus Laowa Argus T1 Cine Lens
  • Front Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap
  • Adjustment Shim Set
  • Lens Support Thread
  • Venus 3 Year Limited Warranty