Laowa Announces Nanomorph 65mm T2.4, 80mm T2.4 1.5X Anamorphic Lens, and 1.33X Front Anamorphic Adapter

Lens News

by Dave KratzAugust 4^th, 2023

Laowa has announced two new Nanomorph anamorphic lenses in 65mm and 80mm focal lengths alongside a 1.33x front anamorphic adapter. These lenses pair with the existing 27mm, 35mm, and 50mm Nanomorph lenses, which are very compact and handy. The new offerings are part of an Indiegogo campaign beginning on August 29th. Let’s see what they’re all about.

Affordable anamorphic lenses have exploded on the marketplace over the last several years. With brands like SIRUI and Vazen initially leading the charge, the options for indie filmmakers who want to utilize anamorphic lenses for their films are growing.

Laowa first announced their 27mm, 35mm, and 50mm 1.5X Nanomorph anamorphic lenses back in April of 2022. These lenses work with 16:9 S35 sensors and produce an image aspect ratio of 2.66:1.

Check out our article from the announcement Laowa About to Release Their First Anamorphic Lens Series – Meet Nanomorph

Aside from their compact size and light weight, what sets these Nanomorph lenses apart is their flare options. Laowa makes these lenses for shooters who want flare and an intentional anamorphic distortion look. When purchasing, users can choose between amber, blue, and neutral lens flare.

Laowa Nanomorph 65mm T2.4 and 80mm T2.4 lenses

The Nanomorph 65mm and 80mm complement the existing 27mm, 35mm, and 50mm Nanomorph lenses. Nanomorph lenses are available in Canon RF, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, L mount, Nikon Z, DJI DL, and FUJIFILM X mounts.

The teaser video also shows an image of the 65mm Nanomorph with a PL mount. The previous releases are also available in PL/EF mounts for an additional cost.

The new additions maintain the constant 1.5X squeeze ratio across all focus distances and are incredibly compact for handheld and gimbal work.

Lens specs have yet to be released; however, the currently available Nanomorph lenses are tiny and lightweight.

The 65mm and 80mm will likely be similar in size and weight, but we will know more when the campaign officially launches.

Laowa 1.33X Front Anamorphic Adapter

Laowa is announcing a 1.33X Front Anamorphic adapter in addition to the new lenses. Details are still to be released regarding the thread size and what lenses it can work with. However, Laowa states it can turn a 1.5x Nanomorph into a 2X anamorphic lens! The company also mentions that it will work with other spherical lenses to get the cinematic look.

Price and availability

Pricing information for the Laowa Nanomorph 65mm T2.4, 80mm T2.4 1.5X anamorphic lens and 1.33X front anamorphic adapter is not currently available. However, we expect the lenses to align with the rest of the Nanomorph line at just under $1,000.

With the pre-launch page now live on Indiegogo, Venus Optics invites interested individuals to sign up and become a part of the Nanomorph community. By signing up, supporters will be the first to know when the campaign goes live and will have access to early-bird perks and exclusive offers.
 
The official campaign will launch on August 29th, 2023, at GMT 14:00 (EDT 10:00) on Indiegogo. Stay tuned for more updates on the perks, pricing, and news.

To sign up for the official launch, visit Laowa’s Indiegogo Pre-Launch page.

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Have you ever used Laowa’s Nanomorph lenses on your shoots? What do you think about budget anamorphic lenses? Let us know in the comments below.