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Venus Optics Laowa 20mm T4.1 Zero-D Shift Cine Lens (ARRI PL)

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Venus Optics Laowa 20mm T4.1 Zero-D Shift Cine Lens (ARRI PL)
Key Features
  • Full Frame & VV | T4.1 to T22 Aperture
  • ±11mm Shift Function
  • Zero-D Design, 65.2mm Image Circle
  • 117° FOV with Shift, 14-Blade Aperture
Capture wide-angle shots with the Laowa 20mm T4.1 Zero-D Shift Cine Lens from Venus Optics. The 20mm lens can be used with ARRI PL mount cameras sporting full-frame or VisaVision image sensors thanks to its 65.2mm image circle, making it compatible with the RED V-RAPTOR 8K VV, the ARRI ALEXA, and the Blackmagic URSA cine cameras. The lens features a ±11mm shift capability on VistaVision sensors, which helps cinematographers correct converging lines and maintain straight architecture/interiors.
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Venus Optics Laowa 20mm T4.1 Zero-D Shift Cin... Overview

Capture wide-angle shots with the Laowa 20mm T4.1 Zero-D Shift Cine Lens from Venus Optics. The 20mm lens can be used with ARRI PL mount cameras sporting full-frame or VisaVision image sensors thanks to its 65.2mm image circle, making it compatible with the RED V-RAPTOR 8K VV, the ARRI ALEXA, and the Blackmagic URSA cine cameras. The lens features a ±11mm shift capability on VistaVision sensors, which helps cinematographers correct converging lines and maintain straight architecture/interiors.

The lens construction consists of 16 elements in 11 groups, a 14-blade aperture, and an aperture range of T4.1 to T22. Its compact focal length and 117° shifted FOV ensure you don't miss any of the action. A Zero-D design consisting of low-distortion optics helps create precise framing. Close-focusing capabilities allow you to zero in on objects 9.9" away with ease. The lenses in the series feature interchangeable lens mounts and include a shim set for calibration. Transport it all with the included hard case.

Features at a Glance
  • Covers full-frame and VistaVision image sensors
  • 117° shifted FOV, 94.4° regular FOV
  • 9.8" minimum focus distance
  • ±11mm shift on VistaVision cameras, ±9mm shift on full-frame cameras
  • 16 elements in 11 groups, 14-blade aperture
  • Interchangeable mount design

Venus Optics Laowa 20mm T4.1 Zero-D Shift Cin... Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
20mm
Maximum Aperture
T4.1
Lens Mount
ARRI PL
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
VistaVision
Filter Thread
114 mm
Image Stabilization
No
Electronic Communication
No
Maximum Aperture
T4.1
Minimum Aperture
T22
Lens Mount
ARRI PL
Interchangeable Mount
Yes
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
VistaVision
Image Circle
65.2 mm
Angle of View
Full Frame
Horizontal: 117°
Horizontal: 94.4°
Focus Scales
Metric, Imperial
Optical Design
16 Elements in 11 Groups
Filter Thread
114 mm
Minimum Focus Distance
9.8" / 25 cm
Diaphragm Blades
14
Image Stabilization
No
Lens Mounting
No
Gear Standard
0.8 MOD
Gear Rotation
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Electronic Communication
No
Coating
No
Environmental Resistance
No
Diameter
4.5" / 114 mm
Length
3.9" / 100 mm
Weight
2.58 lb / 1.17 kg

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