Laowa Proteus 60mm T2 2X Anamorphic S35 (Blue) PL + EF

Laowa Proteus 60 mm T2 2X Anamorphic S35 (Blue) delivers authentic widescreen on Super35 sensors. The 25.9 mm image circle covers ALEXA 35 or RED V-RAPTOR, while constant 2X Anamorphic squeeze gives 2.66 : 1 on 4 : 3 or 2.4 : 1 on 6 : 5 after de-squeeze . Fast T2–T22 and signature blue flare suit sci-fi or concert lighting. Interchangeable PL/ EF bayonets enable rapid swaps on narrative or streaming pipelines.

Seventeen elements in 13 groups render crisp micro-detail yet preserve a gentle highlight roll-off . Diaphragm with 10 blades shapes elongated, elliptical bokeh stretching behind talent. Constant squeeze at the 70 cm minimum focus distance avoids anamorphic “mumps” and holds facial geometry . Horizontal FOV 46.7° and vertical 20.4° supply a flattering mid-tele perspective for interviews, hero shots and discreet background separation.

Twin 0.8 MOD gear rings sit in identical positions across the Proteus range, letting motors move between lenses in seconds. A 300° focus rotation delivers precise pulls, while a 60° iris throw aids subtle exposure shifts . Built-in back-focus adjustment speeds calibration when changing bodies or adding filtration. Length 198 mm and barrel Ø119.6 mm clear rod-mounted accessories. With its 114 mm front and 105 mm filter thread the lens fits clip-on matte boxes, diopters or variable NDs. Internal focusing keeps the front static, maintaining gimbal balance; dual foot-metric scales assist global crews. Mass is 2.3 kg – light enough for shoulder work yet solid for prestige features .

Low breathing, matched colour across the set and a hard-anodised aluminium shell suit multi-camera drama, commercials or live sport. Add the 1.4 × expander for full-frame coverage with a one-stop light trade-off. Shoot 4 K broadcast or 8 K RAW knowing Laowa Proteus reliably holds widescreen character steady, take after take.