Laowa Proteus Flex 45mm T2 2X Anamorphic S35 PL + EF

Laowa Proteus Flex 45 mm T2 2× Anamorphic S35 PL + EF delivers the uncompromising widescreen look professionals seek on Super 35 cameras while retaining a compact footprint for modern rigs. A constant 2 × squeeze ratio produces a 2.66 : 1 frame on 4 : 3 sensors (≈ 2.4 : 1 on 6 : 5) with no anamorphic mumps, giving editors generous latitude for 2.39 : 1 delivery. The fast T2 iris and 17-element / 14-group optical path hold high MTF across the 25.9 mm image circle, letting Alexa 35 and V-RAPTOR users pull pristine 7 K plates.

A user-swappable rear module converts the supplied silver flare to blue, amber or clear, turning one prime into four creative options. Focus breathing is negligible, and a 300 ° focus throw with unified 0.8 MOD gears streamlines remote pulls. Minimum focus is 55 cm (1.8 ft), encouraging expressive close-ups where oval bokeh, depth compression and neutral streaks remain intact.

Cine housing measures 182 mm (7.2 in) long with a 114 mm front and 105 mm filter thread—ideal for clip-on matte boxes. At just 2.4 kg (5.3 lb) it balances on gimbals yet shrugs off daily set abuse. Built-in flange-back adjustment eliminates shim kits, while the supplied PL body and bayonet EF sleeve maximise rental ROI across ARRI, RED, Canon and Blackmagic ecosystems. An optional 1.4 × expander extends coverage to full-frame without compromising sharpness.

From episodic streaming to virtual-production volumes, high-impact commercials and cinematic documentaries, Proteus Flex 45 mm supplies authentic 2 × anamorphic character—elliptical highlights, immersive 59.8 ° × 27 ° field and contrast-rich imagery—within a modular package that accelerates lens swaps and guarantees full-manual reliability in extreme climates for broadcast 4K.