The new Laowa Argus T1 Cine Series consists of 8 lenses that are spread across three different image formats. Laowa is touting that the Argus T1 Cine series are world’s first Full-Frame ultra-fast T1 aperture cine lens series with a 28mm and 35mm.
Full-Frame (Sony E, Nikon Z, & Canon RF Mounts)
- 28mm T1
- 35mm T1
- 45mm T1
Super 35 (Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm X Mounts)
- 18mm T1
- 25mm T1
- 33mm T1
MFT (M4/3 Mount)
- 18mm T1
- 25mm T1
Key features
- Ultra-Large T1 Aperture
- Shallow Depth of Field & Dreamy Bokeh
- Impeccable low-light shooting performance
- Superb Sharpness and Contrast at T1 Wide Open
- Low Focus Breathing
- Close Focusing Distance Up To 7.88” / 0.2m
- Consistent Color Rendition & Lens Performance Across The Series
- Professional Cine Housing
- Available in Full-Frame, S35 & M4/3 Format
According to Laowa, the Argus T1 Cine series have been meticulously designed to deliver exceptional optical performance. The lenses are claimed to minimize chromatic aberration, ensuring contrast and sharpness even when shooting wide open at T1 aperture.
All the lenses in the series are claimed to feature minimal focus breathing. They are also said to have very good minimum focusing capabilities.
Every focal length within the Argus T1 Cine Series is said to deliver consistent color rendition and lens performance.
The lenses feature 0.8 pitch gears on the aperture and focus rings, a 77mm filter thread, and a 80mm front diameter.
Pricing & Availability
Laowa Argus T1 Cine Series is currently available to purchase via Venus Optics official website (https://laowacine.com/) and authorized resellers.
The Laowa Argus T1 Cine Series is priced at $1,499 USD per lens and $3,999 USD for a 3-lens bundle set in Full-Frame format.
In Super35 format, each lens costs $899 USD (3-lens bundle set: $2,399 USD), while in MFT format, each lens is priced at $699 USD (2-lens bundle set: $1,259 USD).
