The Laowa Proteus 2x Anamorphic 28mm T2 Lens PL/EF Blue Flarefrom Laowa Proteus 2x Anamorphic 28mm T2 Lens PL/EF Blue Flareis a slender, compact anamorphic lens that captures high-definition video with 2x anamorphic squeeze on cameras with S35+ sensors such as the ALEXA 35 and RED V-RAPTOR. It features a focal length of 100mm, interchangeable PL and EF lens mounts, an aperture range of T2 to T22 for a deep depth of field, 10 iris blades for a shallow depth of field and soft bokeh, and a 2x anamorphic squeeze to capture a vintage, cinema-style anamorphic look. Using an optional 1.4x full-frame expander adapter, Proteus lenses can also cover a full-frame sensor.

The 28mm prime lens has a minimum focus distance of 18.9" and offers anamorphic qualities such as high contrast, blue lens flares, and a 85.6° horizontal field of view. Other features include measurement markings in feet, 0.8 MOD cine gears on the focus and aperture rings, a 114mm front diameter, and a 105mm filter thread. This lens includes PL and EF mounts, a hard case, a support foot, and a tool kit.

Compact Anamorphic Lens for S35 Sensors    T2 to T22 Aperture Range    2x Anamorphic Squeeze Ratio    Blue Anamorphic Lens Flares    114mm Front Diameter    Interchangeable PL and EF Mounts    105mm Filter Thread    10-Blade Iris, 85.6° Field of View    18.9" Minimum Focus Distance    0.8 MOD Gears, Focus Marks in Feet

With a 2x squeeze ratio, this anamorphic lens produces a 2.66:1 on a 4:3 sensor and a 2.4:1 on a 6:5 sensor after de-squeezing. It provides room for cropping to a golden 2.39:1 aspect ratio. The 2x squeeze ratio yields an ultra-widescreen cinematic look desired by the film industry. The squeeze ratio remains constant at any focusing distance to avoid anamorphic mump effects.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there a Canon EF version coming? S35?

A: At this time there appears to be no plans to make a EF mount version of the Vazen 40mm T2 1.8x Anamorphic Lens for Micro Four Thirds Cameras.

Q: 2. Could this be used with red cine cameras with pl mount?

A: It cannot be used with a camera that has a PL Mount. This is an MFT mount lens.

Q: 3. Will these lenses work with cameras with rear mounted ND like the Red END PL mount or the internal NDs on Alexa?

A: The DZOFilm PAVO 2x Anamorphic 32/55 T2.1 & 100mm T2.4 3-Lens Set (Blue Coating, PL/EF Mount, Feet) PL flange distance from the PL mount locking ring to the PL mount flange face is around 19.8mm±0.8 mm. Based on the technical details you provided, the Pavo Anamorphic lenses are compatible with the Red Komodo using the electronic ND PL adapter. At this time we were not able to test them with the Arri Alexa RED END adapter.

Q: 4. Please provide us with the flange depth on the lens side of the adapter and the depth of the back portion of the adapter?Thanks

A: It is our understanding that the flange depth on the lens side of the Venus Optics Laowa 1.33x Rear Anamorphic Adapter (PL-to-PL) is 52mm like any PL mount. On the camera side, the lens cannot protrude more than 14mm from the mount. Please print out the PDF measurement chart to find if your camera is compatible. PDF CHART: https://bhpho.to/3y77lEA

Q: 5. Will it work on an Amira? Are the ND's in the way?

A: the rear anamorphic adapter includes a measurement tool to determine compatibility, they do not provided a list of compatible cameras or lenses and state that compatibility is determined on a case by case measurement basis.

Q: 6. If used with a full frame lens and sensor will it cover?

A: this product is designed for VERY SPECIFIC LENSES. Here is the list of compatible lenses from the manufacturer Angenieux 28–340mm Optimo Zoom T3.2 Angenieux 24–290mm Optimo Zoom T2.8 Angenieux Optimo Style 16–40mm T2.8 Zoom Angenieux Optimo Style 30–76mm T2.8 Zoom Carl Zeiss Supreme Prime 25 mm T1.5 Carl Zeiss Supreme Prime 29 mm T1.5 Carl Zeiss Supreme Prime 35 mm T1.5 Carl Zeiss Supreme Prime 50 mm T1.5 Carl Zeiss Supreme Prime 85 mm T1.5 Carl Zeiss Compact Prime 15mm T2.9 Carl Zeiss Compact Prime 18 mm T2.9 Carl Zeiss Compact Prime 25 mm T2.1 Carl Zeiss Compact Prime 28 mm T2.1 Carl Zeiss Compact Prime 35 mm T2.1 Carl Zeiss Compact Prime 50 mm T2.1 Carl Zeiss Compact Prime 85 mm T2.1 ARRI 18–80mm Alura Studio Zoom T2.6 ARRI 45–250MM T2.6

Q: 7. Would this work on c300 mark iii

A: At this time there are no RF to EF lens adapters that would allow the Vazen 40mm T2 1.8x Anamorphic Lens (RF Mount) lens to mount to a C300 camera model.

Q: 8. I have a Zcam E2 and a RED Komodo. Is it possible to use the lens with an adapter for both cameras? Is there an MFT to RF adapte

A: Unfortunately, the Vazen 40mm T2 1.8x Anamorphic Lens for Micro Four Thirds Cameras would not work for RF lens mount cameras like the RED Komodo. However, it would adapt to Zcam cameras that have the MFT lens mount. The Vazen 40mm T2 1.8x Anamorphic Lens (RF Mount) model would be the best choice for the RED Komodo. At this time MFT to RF adapters are not currently being manufactured.

Q: 9. Can this lens in either mount version be mounted on a Sony A7S III?

A: We’re afraid not. They do not make an E-Mount version of this lens.

Q: 10. Is the 40 mm the actual focal length (so roughly 80 mm equivalent to full 35 mm frame), or is it the equivalent focal length? In other words, is it wide-screen or is telephoto?

A: Lenses are always listed by their physical focal length, then the crop factor for the camera it is being used with must be factored. This will be closer to 80mm.