This Laowa Nanomorph 27mm T2.8 1.5x S35 Anamorphic Lens from Venus Optics is a slender, compact anamorphic lens that captures high-definition video with 1.5x anamorphic squeeze on cameras with S35 sensors. It features a focal length of 27mm, a FUJIFILM X lens mount, an aperture range of T2.8 to T22 for a deep depth of field, and 13 iris blades for a shallow depth of field and soft bokeh.

The prime lens has a very short minimum focus distance of 16.9" and offers anamorphic qualities such as high contrast, amber color lens flares, and a 70.8° horizontal field of view. Other features include measurement markings in feet and meters, 0.8 MOD cine gears on focus and aperture rings, and a 55mm front filter thread. The FUJIFILM X lens mount is interchangeable and can be swapped out for an optional mount.

27, 35, 50, 65 & 80mm Anamorphic Primes    Compact Anamorphic Lenses for S35 Sensor    1.5x Anamorphic Squeeze Ratio    Amber Flare    Interchangeable FUJIFILM X Mounts    Hard Lens Case

A 1.5x squeeze ratio is a perfect balance between the size and anamorphic intensity. With a 1.5x squeeze ratio, you will have a 2.66:1 on a 16:9 sensor after de-squeeze. There is also room for you to crop into a 2.4:1 widescreen ratio.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How are warranty issues handled with this lens?

A: Warranty claims can be sent to the manufacturer via e-mail to support@venuslens.net. .

Q: 2. Anyway to adapt this for a Pentax 645z?

A: You do have a similar lens in the Pentax mount (VE1228PK ) but unfortunately there is no adapter for Fuji G mount lenses onto Pentax K mount due to very different flange distances.

Q: 3. This lens is listed as a zero-D shift lens, but the specs say tilt/shift of 8mm. Does this lens tilt in addition to shift?

A: The Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens only has +/- 8mm of Shift. However, the shift control works in conjunction with 360° of rotation for applying the shift in various directions.

Q: 4. Is this an autofocus lens?

A: No, the Venus Optics Laowa 19mm f/2.8 Zero-D Lens for FUJIFILM GFX is a manual focus lens only. Aperture control is manual as well.

Q: 5. Would this work with the Proteus lens series from Venus?

A: No, the Venus Optics Laowa 1.33x Rear Anamorphic Adapter (PL-to-PL) is not desnged to work with the Proteus lens series. Laowa recommends using the Laowa 1.4x Full-Frame Expander (PL to PL). Venus Optics Laowa 1.4x Full-Frame Expander (PL to PL) BH #VEL14FFEPL

Q: 6. I bought this and no zoom stick came with it, does anyone know the size of the thread/hole on the zoom part of the lens?

A: Zoom sticks are an industry standard fitting and the Chrosziel Zoom Stick Lever Set should work with the Venus Optics Laowa Ranger S35 17-50mm T2.9 Cine Lens (ARRI PL). Chrosziel Zoom Stick Lever Set: https://bhpho.to/3L26VWc

Q: 7. 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: 8. Where would we find MFT Charts (ideally at various apertures bc I heard it's quite soft wide open; much better 2 stops down?)

A: The MFT chart for the Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens for FUJIFILM GFX can be found on the Venus Optics website. Please take a look at the following link: https://bhpho.to/3RcFLQh

Q: 9. Does an adapter for this lens to Hasselblad X1D camera exist?

A: No, there does not seem to be a lens adapter that allows a Fuji G mount lens to fit onto to a Hasselblad X mount camera.

Q: 10. Will it work on a M43 camera with my Metabones 0.71?

A: No, the Venus Optics Laowa Argus 25mm f/0.95 CF APO Lens is an EF-M lens, not a EF lens. You will not be able to mount it on the Metabones speed booster for EF lens.