It seems that NAB 2019 it’s all about new cinema lenses. It can be titled as Cine-Lens NAB. Anyway, we’re glad to hear that the Venus Optics has now made the 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D lens in (MFT) micro four-thirds mount. Also, the price is pretty affordable. Read below.
Wide angle, compact design, and robust
The Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D from Venus Optics is a Micro Four Thirds-mount lens offering an 18mm equivalent focal length. The optical construction also incorporates a pair of aspherical elements and three extra-low dispersion elements to control both spherical and chromatic aberrations for improved sharpness and reduced color fringing. A Frog Eye Coating has been applied, too, to repel dust and moisture from the front element of the lens to benefit working in harsh productions environments.
The MFT version is the newest one. The Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D is compatible with Fuji X, Sony E, Canon EF-M, and DJI DL mount as well.
Minimal distortion
As a Zero-D lens, this 9mm f/2.8’s optical design is specifically meant to limit distortion for precise and accurate portrayals of landscapes and architectural subjects.
Check out the pictures taken from Venus Optics website. The images demonstrate the minimal to none distortion characteristics of the lens. Click on the pictures to get a larger view.
As a Zero-D lens, this 9mm f/2.8’s optical design is specifically meant to limit distortion for precise and accurate portrayals of landscapes and architectural subjects.
Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D + BMPCC 4K = Perfect match
If you own the BMPCC 4K, you might consider adding this lens to your arsenal, since it produces nice looking zero distortion wide angle imagery. Also, it’s lightweight so it could be perfectly gimbals assembled.
Key features
- Micro Four Thirds System
- 18mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
- Two Aspherical Elements
- Three Extra-Low Dispersion Elements
- Rectilinear Design, Low Distortion
- Frog Eye Dust & Water-Repellent Coating
- Manual Focus Design
- Built-In Petal-Shape Lens Hood
Affordable price tag
The lens can now be preordered from B&H with the affordable price tag of $499.
Are you BMPCC 4K shooter? Would you purchase this lens? Let’s know what you think about this lens in the comments section below.
