Laowa Proteus 2X Anamorphic Zoom Lens 26-45mm - Blue PL/EF

Laowa Proteus 2X Anamorphic Zoom Lens 26-45mm - Blue PL/EF

The Laowa Proteus 2x Anamorphic Zoom series is the lightest, most compact, and affordable 2x front anamorphic zoom lens designed for S35 sensors. It features a 2x squeezed anamorphic look and offers a versatile zoom range of over 3x with its two lenses (26-45 mm & 45-85 mm) and weighing just 1.5 kg at 19 cm long, making them the lightest in their class.

• The Lightest & Most Compact 2x Front Anamorphic Zooms
• Over 3x Zoom Range Across 2 lenses (26-85 mm)
• Constant T2.9 Aperture
• Parfocal design
• Expressive Anamorphic Look:
  - Excellent sharpness even at T2.9 Wide Open
  - 3 Cinematic Flare Options (Amber/Blue/Silver)
  - Organic Focus Roll-off
  - Mild/Well-Controlled Distortions
  - Constant 2x Squeeze
• Low Focus Breathing
• Min. Focusing Capability up to 50 cm
• Ergonomic & Intelligent Cine Housing
• Compatible with 1.4X Expander: Both Proteus zoom lenses can be mounted on the Laowa 1.4X Full-frame Expander to cover full-frame sensors with minimal effect on resolution.

This compact size is easy to handle in tight spaces and reduces overall weight for better mobility.

The Proteus Zooms have inherited the highly acclaimed anamorphic characteristics from their sister prime lens series, making them an excellent alternative to the Proteus Prime Series with added portability and zoom functionality.

In the Box
• Laowa Proteus 2X Anamorphic Zoom Lens 26-45mm with PL mount
• 1× EF-Mount
• 1x Hard Case
• 1x Lens Cap
• 1x Rear Lens Cap
• Shims
• Tools

Technical Data

Focal Length

26-45mm

Aperture Range

T2.9-22

Format

Super 35

Image Circle Diameter

Ø31.9mm

Angle of View

26mm: 89.8°x45.1° / 45mm: 59.9°x27°

Lens Structure

21 elements in 15 groups

Aperture Blades

11 blades

Focus Throw

270°

Zoom Throw

100°

Aperture Throw

42°

Min. Focusing Distance

50 cm

Focus Indicator

Metric (Imperial option available)

In-focus Driving Mode

Manual (MF)

Gear Mod

0.8M

Dimensions for Filter Thread

Ø77mm

Front Diameter

Ø80mm

Dimensions

Ø84.8 mm * 189.5 mm

Weight

~1533g

Mounts

ARRI PL

Optional Interchangeable Mount (Bayonets Only)

Canon EF (included in the package), Canon RF, Sony E, L mount