Laowa will showcase a range of new cine and broadcast lenses at this year’s IBC Expo 2024, including the Ultima 12-120mm T4 8K S35 Broadcast Zoom and the Sword Macro Full Frame Cine Series, among others. Also featured will be the debut of their first full-frame 1.5x anamorphic lineup and the Nanomorph 60mm Macro Anamorphic Lens. Plus, they’ll display their most popular cine lenses, so you can have a look. Laowa has previously brought us notable lenses like the Proteus 2X Anamorphic Series and the 24mm T8 2X Macro Pro2be Lens. While details on the new lenses and sets they’ll unveil at the Expo are limited, here’s what we know about them so far. The Ultima 12-120mm T4 for S35 – Source: Laowa Ultima 12-120mm T4 for S35 – 8K broadcast zoom lens This lens marks Laowa’s first step into the 8K high-definition broadcasting market. It’s an 8K S35 10X Broadcast Zoom lens featuring a constant T4 aperture and can be paired with an optional MOVCAM Servo Unit for control of focus, zoom, and aperture, which would work well for fast-paced or studio ENG/EFP work. It is initially available in ARRI PL mount with the possibility of a B4 mount version in the future if there is a demand. Nanomorph LF 1.5X Anamorphic Series – Source: Laowa Nanomorph LF 1.5X Anamorphic Series This series of lenses builds on the success of its S35 version, featuring 32mm, 42mm, 55mm, and 85mm lenses with a constant T2.9 aperture. Mount options include ARRI...
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