Laowa Nanomorph 80mm T2.4 1.5X Anamorphic S35 (Silver) PL + EF

The Laowa Nanomorph 80 mm T2.4 1.5X telephoto opens Super 35 productions to unmistakable anamorphic character while staying rig-friendly. A constant 1.5× squeeze delivers true 2.66:1 frames on a 16:9 sensor, giving broad horizontal field without cropping. The neutral silver flare signature adapts to the colour of your key, making streaks that blend naturally with studio or location lighting; oval bokeh and gentle fall-off separate talent with cinematic depth.

Optical integrity comes from a 14-element / 13-group formula and 13-blade iris, maintaining edge acuity as you pull from T2.4 to T16. Minimum focus lands at 0.70 m (27.5″), allowing tight portraits with telephoto compression. Covering 28.8 × 18 mm S35 sensors, the lens offers a horizontal view of 30.2° yet measures only 110 mm long and ⌀84 mm wide, weighing 0.83 kg—ideal for steadicam, slider or FPV drone.

Cine-oriented mechanics ensure repeatable marks: a generous 274° focus rotation carries dual metric/imperial scales; aperture and focus rings share 0.8 MOD teeth, unified across Nanomorph focal lengths to speed swaps. The front accepts 77 mm screw-ins, and the integrated 3/8-16 support foot locks the assembly to rods for precise follow-focus work. Interchangeable PL and EF mounts ship in the box, each shim-tuneable for accurate flange distance on cinema or DSLR bodies. Focus breathing is negligible, preserving framing during pulls.

On set, the consistent 1.5× ratio means framing stays steady as you rack from 0.70 m to infinity, avoiding squeeze drift found in cylindrical systems. Pair the lens with the optional 1.33× front adapter to reach a classic 2× squeeze for scope deliveries without altering focal behaviour. Whether capturing episodic drama, multicam concerts or streaming content, this compact telephoto yields rich anamorphic texture with modern handling.