Here’s a piece of gear news we neglected when it was announced around IBC: Venus Optics has introduced the Laowa Sunlight 2x FF Anamorphic Zoom Series, a pair of full-frame, front-anamorphic 2x squeeze cine zooms in 40-80mm and 70-135mm, each with a constant T4.5 aperture, parfocal mechanics, and four selectable flare options, priced at $5,999 per lens or $10,999 for the two-lens set. In the footsteps of the Laowa Proteus line (which was only announced in March!), the Laowa Sunlight Zooms aim to deliver a classic 2x anamorphic look in a relatively compact housing that suits handheld, gimbal, and dynamic movement work. The lenses ship in PL mount with user-swappable bayonets for popular mirrorless systems. What’s new in the Laowa Sunlight series Laowa describes these as the world’s first front-anamorphic, full-frame 2x anamorphic zooms, designed to keep size and weight manageable while maintaining a front-anamorphic image character. The 40-80mm weighs about 2.8 kg and the 70-135mm about 2.6 kg, with both measuring roughly Ø110.4 × 242 mm, using a 105 mm front and a 77 mm filter thread. Zoom range and image character Together the two lenses cover 40 mm to 135 mm, providing more than a 3x combined zoom range. Both maintain a constant 2x squeeze for consistent widescreen rendering, with the company emphasizing organic focus roll-off, dreamy oval bokeh, and low focus breathing. Filmmakers can select among four flare styles, labeled on a dedicated ring: blue, amber, silver, or clear. Laowa Sunlight 2x FF Anamorphic Zoom. Image credit:...
Published By: CineD - 3 days ago