{"product_id":"venus-optics-laowa-sunlight-70-135mm-t4-5-2x-ff-anamorphic-zoom-arri-pl-silver","title":"Venus Optics Laowa Sunlight 70-135mm T4.5 2x FF Anamorphic Zoom (ARRI PL, Silver)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Venus Optics Laowa Sunlight 70-135mm T4.5 2x FF Anamorphic Zoom (ARRI PL, Silver) is a compact, lightweight anamorphic zoom designed to deliver cinematic full-frame imagery with classic anamorphic character. Featuring a 2x anamorphic squeeze and signature blue lens flares, the lens produces widescreen visuals, oval bokeh, and enhanced cinematic depth ideal for narrative films, commercials, music videos, and premium content creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovering a versatile 70-135mm telephoto focal length range, the lens is well suited for portraits, medium shots, close-ups, and compressed cinematic compositions. Its constant T4.5 aperture provides consistent exposure throughout the zoom range, while the compact design makes it easier to use on handheld rigs, gimbals, and traditional cinema setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen paired with the separately available Laowa Sunlight 40-80mm T4.5 2x FF Anamorphic Zoom, filmmakers gain seamless coverage from 40mm to 135mm with an approximate 1.93x zoom ratio, creating a highly versatile anamorphic zoom package for a wide variety of production needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpressive 2x Squeeze Ratio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its unique anamorphic design, this Laowa Sunlight 2x zoom lens provides a dramatic, more pronounced widescreen look, usually 2.39:1 or wider when de-squeezed. This expressive look creates elongated highlights and adds a dreamy, organic depth to your images, drawing viewers into the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompact and Lightweight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Laowa Sunlight 70-135mm weighs just 5.7 lb and measures 9.5\" long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis zoom provides a highly portable option compared to similar 2x full-frame anamorphic zooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVersatile Zoom Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith coverage of 40 to 135mm when used with the 40-80mm zoom, the Laowa Sunlight series can capture anything from tight portraits to wide landscapes using just two lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConstant T4.5 Aperture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Laowa Sunlight zoom duo maintains a T4.5 maximum aperture across the entire zoom range, ensuring optimal exposure even in challenging lighting conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpressive Anamorphic Look\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis zoom produces crisp, clear images, even when used wide open at T4.5, and it maintains its iconic 2x squeeze across the zoom range for a consistent widescreen look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth focus roll-off and minimal distortion with excellent corner sharpness help to maintain a classic cinematic look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis lens produces adaptable silver flares, one of a choice of four flare looks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMinimal Breathing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimal focus breathing ensures that your frame size remains stable during focus pulls, lessening any distractions for your viewers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShort Focus Distance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA relatively short close-focus distance of 30.7\" lets you create sharp, immersive close-ups for an intimate feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFront Anamorphic Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Laowa Sunlight zooms feature anamorphic elements placed at the front of the lens, rather than the back, as with most other lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis produces a more pronounced 2x squeeze ratio, more oval bokeh, and increased flare effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCine-Style Housing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis zoom lens' cine-style housing incorporates 0.8 MOD gearing, a 105mm front outside diameter that is compatible with most matte boxes, 77mm filter thread, 305° focus barrel rotation, and focus marks in both feet and meters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInterchangeable ARRI PL Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included ARRI PL mount can be interchanged with separately available Canon RF, Leica L, Nikon Z, and Sony EF mounts, letting you use this lens with a wide variety of cameras. 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