Laowa Venus Optics 10mm T2.9 Zero-D VV Cine Lens for Nikon Z

Laowa 10mm T2.9 Zero-D VV Cine Lens for Nikon Z

The Laowa 10mm T2.9 Zero-D VV Cine is, according to Laowa, the widest rectilinear "Zero-Distortion" lens for Vista Vision, with a 130.3° angle of view. Its coverage suits large-format cameras such as RED V-Raptor 8K VV (Ø46.31 mm) and ARRI ALEXA LF Open Gate (Ø44.71 mm). This version has the Nikon Z mount.

Low-distortion optics keep straight lines straight when filming architecture, interiors and scenes with strong lines, without correction in post-production, and simplify tracking and CGI compositing for visual effects. Sharpness is high from centre to edge with well-controlled chromatic aberration. The 12 cm minimum focusing distance allows shallow depth of field and close-ups that emphasise the foreground. At about 530 g it is light enough for gimbals, drones, handheld work and rigs, and the 77 mm front thread takes ND, polariser or UV filters without a matte box.

Key features

• Vista Vision coverage (Ø43.2 mm image circle)
• 130.3° ultra-wide rectilinear angle of view
• Near-zero distortion (Zero-D)
• Minimum focusing distance 12 cm
• Compact and light: about 530 g
• 14-blade aperture, 0.8 mod gears
• Screw-in front filters (77 mm)

Specifications

• Focal length: 10 mm
• T-stop range: T2.9 - T22
• Format: Vista Vision (image circle Ø43.2 mm)
• Angle of view: 130.3°
• Optical construction: 15 elements in 9 groups
• Aperture blades: 14
• Aperture ring throw: 63°, focus ring throw: 113°
• Minimum focusing distance: 12 cm
• Maximum magnification: 0.24x
• Focus scale: dual metric and imperial
• Gears: 0.8 mod
• Filter thread: 77 mm, front diameter 80 mm
• Weight: approx. 530 g
• Mount: Nikon Z