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Venus Optics Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens (PL Mount)

BH #VE1229PL • MFR #VE1229PL
Venus Optics Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens (PL Mount)
Key Features
  • PL Mount Lens, T2.9 to T22 Aperture
  • 122° Angle of View, Low Distortion
  • Covers Full Frame/VistaVision/ALEXA LF
  • 7" Close Focus, 0.8 MOD Cine Gears
The PL mount Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens from Venus Optics provides a wide, 122° angle of view well suited for outdoor and landscape shots and in tight interior locations, and it is optimized for digital cinematography. It is so lightweight and compact that it can be used not only with handheld shooting, it is also light enough for use on gimbals. The lens produces an image circle that will cover full-frame, VistaVision, and ARRI ALEXA LF sized sensors or smaller.
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anyway to get a matte box on this guy?

anyway to get a matte box on this guy?
Asked by: Ed
The Venus Optics Laowa 12mm Cine Lens has a 114mm outer diameter. You will be able to use a 114mm clamp on adapter.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2021-10-24

Are there any recommended PL to EF converters for ...

Are there any recommended PL to EF converters for 12mm Laowa PL owners who want to use with BMPCC 6k pro
Asked by: Kwesi
B&H offers 44 different PL to Canon EF mount adapters that will work with the Venus Optics Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens and other PL mount lenses. https://bhpho.to/3GQ7SPH
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2023-12-06

Will this lens work on the Blackmagic Ursa Mini ...

Will this lens work on the Blackmagic Ursa Mini Pro 12k Super35 sensor or will there be a vignette?
Asked by: Ralston
Yes, the Venus Optics Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens (PL Mount) is compatible with the Blackmagic Design URSA Mini Pro 12K (PL), and it will cover the entire sensor on the camera.
Answered by: Richard
Date published: 2023-06-12

What would be the recommended PL to Ef mount for ...

What would be the recommended PL to Ef mount for this lens
Asked by: Kwesi
The ones made by Wooden Camera are a solid option.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2022-06-02

Can a changeable lens mount be purchased ?

Can a changeable lens mount be purchased ?
Asked by: Kwesi
The Venus Optics Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens (PL Mount) (B&H# VE1229PL) is not available with an interchangeable lens mount. As of this time, there is no such alternate mount that is sold by the manufacturer.
Answered by: Yoni S
Date published: 2022-09-01

Does this lens work on my A7R4 mirrorless? Thanks

Does this lens work on my A7R4 mirrorless? Thanks
Asked by: Mariano
Yes it will. Totally manual.
Answered by: Mark S
Date published: 2021-05-25

Is this the same lens "optically" as the non cine ...

Is this the same lens "optically" as the non cine Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D?
Asked by: John
Yes they are the same focal length, but the cine version will be much better for video.
Answered by: Geetika
Date published: 2021-04-02

Can I use Canon EF to R adapter with this lens?

Can I use Canon EF to R adapter with this lens?
Asked by: Peng
Yes, the standard Canon EF to R Adapter will work with the Laowa 12mm lens.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2021-07-15
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