Overview
The Laowa 12mm T2.9 Lite Zero-D VV Cine Lens is designed for Nikon Z mount cameras with full-frame or VistaVision image sensors. It provides a 122° full-frame horizontal angle of view and is compatible with cameras including the RED RAPTOR 8K VV and ARRI ALEXA LF Open Gate.
Its mirrorless design provides a compact form factor for use with gimbal cameras such as the Ronin 4D, as well as handheld camera rigs. The lens features 16 elements in 9 groups, a 14-blade aperture, and an aperture range of T2.9 to T22.
Features
- Nikon Z lens mount
- 16 elements arranged in 9 groups
- 14-blade aperture
- 5.5" / 14 cm minimum focus distance
- Metric and imperial focus scales
- 100° focus gear rotation and 67.5° iris gear rotation
- No image stabilization
- No electronic communication
Included
- Venus Optics Laowa 12mm T2.9 Lite Zero-D VV Cine Lens (Nikon Z)
- Shim Set
- Hard Case
Specifications
| Focal Length | 12mm |
|---|---|
| Maximum Aperture | T2.9 |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z |
| Lens Format Coverage | VistaVision (43.2 mm Image Circle) |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Electronic Communication | No |
| Minimum Aperture | T22 |
| Angle of View | Full Frame Horizontal: 122° |
| Focus Scales | Metric, Imperial |
| Optical Design | 16 Elements in 9 Groups |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 5.5" / 14 cm |
| Magnification | 1:4.76 Macro Reproduction Ratio 0.21x Magnification |
| Aperture/Iris Blades | 14 |
| Lens Mounting | No |
| Gear Rotation | Focus: 100° Iris: 67.5° |
| Diameter | Front: 3.1" / 80 mm |
| Length | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Weight | Not Specified by Manufacturer |























