Venus Laowa Proteus 26-45mm T2.9 2x S35 Anamorphic [Silver Flare] - PL Fit
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View warranty terms and conditionsThe Venus Laowa Proteus 26-45mm T2.9 2x S35 Anamorphic in PL mount is an anamorphic cine zoom lens designed for professional Super 35 production. It offers a constant T2.9 aperture and a 2x squeeze factor, allowing you to capture classic widescreen images with a characteristic silver flare that adds a creative and expressive touch to your shots.
Its robust construction and smooth manual focus, with 270 degrees of rotation, facilitate precise control during shooting. Weighing 1533 grams and with a minimum focus distance of 0.5 meters, it is a versatile option for narrative, documentary, or music videos. This second-hand lens has been inspected and comes with a Camera Market warranty (6/12/24 months), offering peace of mind for your investment.
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The Venus Laowa Proteus 26-45mm T2.9 2x S35 Anamorphic in PL mount is an anamorphic cine zoom lens designed for professional Super 35 production. It offers a constant T2.9 aperture and a 2x squeeze factor, allowing you to capture classic widescreen images with a characteristic silver flare that adds a creative and expressive touch to your shots.
Its robust construction and smooth manual focus, with 270 degrees of rotation, facilitate precise control during shooting. Weighing 1533 grams and with a minimum focus distance of 0.5 meters, it is a versatile option for narrative, documentary, or music videos. This second-hand lens has been inspected and comes with a Camera Market warranty (6/12/24 months), offering peace of mind for your investment.
- 2x anamorphic cine zoom lens for Super 35
- Constant T2.9 aperture for consistent performance
- Characteristic silver flare
- Manual focus with 270° rotation for precision
- Professional PL mount
- Includes Camera Market warranty (6/12/24 months)
What type of mount does this lens have?
This Venus Laowa Proteus 26-45mm T2.9 2x S35 Anamorphic uses a PL mount, the standard for professional cinema cameras.
What is the minimum focus distance?
The minimum focus distance is 0.5 meters (50 cm), allowing you to get quite close to the subject.
What is the Silver Flare effect?
The Silver Flare effect is a silver-colored anamorphic flare produced when shooting with this lens, giving images a distinctive and creative cinematic look.
Is this lens suitable for Super 35 cameras?
Yes, it is specifically designed for Super 35 sensors, offering optimal coverage and a 2x squeeze factor that allows for panoramic aspect ratios.
What type of mount does this lens have?
This Venus Laowa Proteus 26-45mm T2.9 2x S35 Anamorphic uses a PL mount, the standard for professional cinema cameras.
What is the minimum focus distance?
The minimum focus distance is 0.5 meters (50 cm), allowing you to get quite close to the subject.
What is the Silver Flare effect?
The Silver Flare effect is a silver-colored anamorphic flare produced when shooting with this lens, giving images a distinctive and creative cinematic look.
Is this lens suitable for Super 35 cameras?
Yes, it is specifically designed for Super 35 sensors, offering optimal coverage and a 2x squeeze factor that allows for panoramic aspect ratios.
Full condition scale
Each unit is inspected at 28 points and graded honestly. Here's how we translate each level so you know what to expect:
Barely any signs of use. Almost flawless aesthetics and perfect operation.
Light marks from normal use. Optically clean and fully functional.
Visible signs of use (scuffs, marks, brassing). Works perfectly.
Not guaranteed for use: sold for parts or repair.
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