The Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm T2.9 Cine Zero-D S35 is the first lens in the brand’s line-up to be this wide, and was developed specifically for the Super 35 format. The glass is compatible with cameras and camcorders equipped with the Sony E socket. With an ultra-wide 123º field of view, the lens is ideal for total, general and full-frame shots. The lens will also make working in tight spaces easier. You’ll be able to achieve eye-catching background blurs. With a relative brightness of T2.9 you can also work comfortably in low light. The unique design allows filters and accessories with a diameter of 77mm to be attached to the lens. A weatherproof carrying case is also included.

Main Product Features

• A wide-angle rectilinear lens designed for the Super 35 format

• compatible with cameras and camcorders equipped with the Sony E socket

• created specifically for the Super 35 format

• designed specifically for filmmakers and videographers

• Compatible with cameras equipped with the Sony E socket

• ultra-wide field of view of 123º

• excellent image quality

• optical system

• optical system composed of 16 elements in 10 groups

• Relative brightness

• Relative brightness of T2.9

• Relative brightness of T2.9

• Zero-D, or near-zero distortion

• very short focusing distance of only 25 cm

• a very short focusing distance of only 25 cm

• allowing an eye-pleasing background blur

• stepless aperture ring for smooth control

• focusing rings

• focus and iris rings equipped with gears compatible with follow focus systems (0.8 MOD)

• no lens protrusion at the front to accommodate filters and accessories with a diameter of 77mm

• included is a weatherproof carrying case

The magic of the Super 35 format

The Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm T2.9 Cine Zero-D S35 lens model presented here is designed to work with cameras and camcorders that are equipped with the Sony E socket. The glass is specifically designed for devices supporting the Super 35 format, the film equivalent of the APS-C standard. If you’re after professional wide shots, this is the perfect choice!

Ultra-wide-field-of-view

The maximum angle of view of the Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm T2.9 Cine Zero-D S35 lens is up to 123°. The wide perspective will give you great flexibility, for example when creating distinctive opening shots or filming architecture in panorama. It will also be an ideal choice when shooting in tight spaces. The lens allows you to get very close to your subjects. The minimum focus distance is just 25cm. It will be a great choice when creating multi-plane frames with a unique perspective.

Zero-D technology

The Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm T2.9 Cine Zero-D S35 for Sony E is a rectilinear lens with barrel distortion correction. This means that disparity between subjects in the frame is minimised, and horizontal and vertical lines remain constant in their planes. This effect was achieved thanks to Zero-D technology, which Venus Optics Laowa has consistently implemented in its subsequent products. The preservation of the correct geometry will be appreciated especially by those who film or photograph architecture.

Unparalleled quality

The highest image quality is ensured by the unique optical system. It consists of 16 elements arranged in 10 groups. These include aspherical glass and ED glass. Thanks to this construction chromatic aberration and distortion are reduced to a minimum. With this glass, your photos will be full of detail, contrast and deep colours!

Low depth of field

By fully opening the aperture to T2.9 you will achieve a shallow depth of field. This lens allows you to shoot video and stills with beautiful background blur. You’ll be able to highlight the main subject and achieve the desired effect, even with limited light. In addition the 7-blade aperture ensures beautiful rounded bokeh.

Built with movies in mind

The Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm T2.9 Cine Zero-D S35 for Sony E is a lens that was created specifically with filmmakers and video makers in mind. The focus and iris rings are equipped with 0.8 MOD gears, which are compatible with the most popular follow focus systems. The manufacturer has also taken care of stepless adjustment. Thanks to it, you can smoothly and noiselessly change the aperture value during video recording. All these solutions will certainly facilitate work on the film shots.

Solid-case

Included with the Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm T2.9 Cine Zero-D S35 lens for Sony E you will receive a rugged carrying case. Its resistance to harsh weather conditions and precision-cut compartment will ensure safety and peace of mind when travelling with every filmmaker and photographer’s precious ‘jars’.

Specification

• model: Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm T2.9 Cine Zero-D S35 for Sony E

• mount: Sony E

• format: S35

• focal length: 7.5mm

• focal length: 7.5mm

• T-Stop range: T/2.9 – T/22

• field of view: 123º

• imaging field: 29 mm

• optical design: 2.5 mm

• optical design: 16 elements in 10 groups (including 2 ED glass elements and 2 aspherical glass elements)

• number of blades

• number of aperture blades: 7

• minimum focusing distance: 25 cm

• maximum reproduction: 0.05 x

• filter diameter: Ø77 mm

• dimensions: Ø80 x 80.7 mm

• weight: 610 g

• colour: black

Kit contents

• Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm T2.9 Cine Zero-D S35 lens for Sony E

• Tight carrying case

• decal for front of lens

• decal for the back of the lens