Laowa 15mm T4.8 Zero-D Shift Cine Lens - Arri PL
The Laowa 15mm T4.8 Zero-D Shift Cine Lens - Arri PL is a high-quality wide-angle lens for the Vista Vision format, with shift function. With a shift power of ±11mm, the lens offers enhanced coverage for various full-frame cameras and Cameras with larger sensors. Well-controlled zero distortion ensures exceptional image quality without the need for post-processing. The short focusing distance allows photographers to create beautiful depth of field and unlock more creative possibilities. The lens also has an excellent design that minimises chromatic aberration, delivering superior image quality for professional cinematography.
The maximum possible lens shift is ??±11 mm for full-frame cameras and ±9 mm for Vista Vision cameras. This shift function is especially useful for cameramen, as it gives them control over perspective and composition. By shifting the lens, filmmakers can correct converging lines and keep architecture and interiors straight and free of Distortion. This is especially important when capturing wide scènes or detailed environments. Unlike corrections or cropping in post-processing, the shift function preserves the entire image area and resolution. This ensures optimum image quality directly in Camera.
The cover circle is designed with a size of Φ65.2mm to enable the decentralisation function. For users of large-format cameras looking for a fixed wide-angle lens, this may be an interesting new alternative. It fits the largest sensor on the cinema market (RED V-Raptor 8K Vista Vision 17:9, i.e. Φ46.31mm and Blackmagic URSA Cine 17K 65, i.e. Φ65mm and Alexa 65 Φ65mm and Arri Alexa 65 Φ59.86mm).
The 15mm and 20mm lenses can be used as standard wide-angle prime lenses, making them extremely versatile. Both models are equipped with Laowa’s acclaimed "Zero-D" technology, which ensures minimal Distortion even when not shifted. This advanced optical design ensures exceptional image quality, freeing filmmakers from worrying about the need for post-production corrections.
Shift Cine Lenses offer a short focusing distance of 20 cm for the 15mm model and 25 cm for the 20mm model. This allows filmmakers to capture macro-like shots and effortlessly create a shallow depth of field, producing visually appealing bokeh. These features make the Lenses extremely versatile for creative cinematography, from detailed close-ups to expansive wide-angle cènes.
Thanks to the low Distortion design, the Lenses deliver excellent sharpness from centre to edges. Provides excellent control over chromatic aberration, minimises colour fringes around high-contrast edges and results in sharper, brighter images.
Shiftcine lenses are designed with interchangeable mounts. They come with a PL mount and can be easily converted with the interchangeable optional EF, RF, E, Z and L bayonets. This makes them compatible with a wide range of shooting systems.
