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Venus Optics Laowa Ranger S35 17-50mm T2.9 Compact Lens - MFT Mount

$1,699.95

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Description

The Venus Optics Laowa Ranger S35 17-50mm T2.9 is a compact zoom lens designed for Super 35mm sensor cameras. This lens delivers a versatile focal range covering wide-angle to medium telephoto perspectives, making it suitable for narrative filmmaking, documentary production, and commercial work. Its fast T2.9 maximum aperture maintains consistent exposure across the zoom range while enabling creative depth-of-field control. The Ranger S35 features robust construction designed to withstand the demands of location and studio production, with smooth focus and zoom mechanics that support precise, repeatable adjustments. Compact form factor allows for easy integration with gimbals, handheld rigs, and shoulder-mounted configurations. For cinematographers seeking a versatile zoom lens that combines optical quality with practical portability, this Laowa lens delivers the performance and durability required for professional Super 35mm workflows. Read more

Features

  • Super 35mm coverage suits cinema cameras
  • T2.9 aperture maintains consistent exposure
  • Versatile 17-50mm range covers wide to medium telephoto
  • Robust construction withstands production demands
  • Smooth mechanics for precise focus and zoom control
  • Compact design integrates with gimbals and handheld rigs

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The Venus Optics Laowa Ranger S35 17-50mm T2.9 is a compact zoom lens designed for Super 35mm sensor cameras. This lens delivers a versatile focal range covering wide-angle to medium telephoto perspectives, making it suitable for narrative filmmaking, documentary production, and commercial work. Its fast T2.9 maximum aperture maintains consistent exposure across the zoom range while enabling creative depth-of-field control. The Ranger S35 features robust construction designed to withstand the demands of location and studio production, with smooth focus and zoom mechanics that support precise, repeatable adjustments. Compact form factor allows for easy integration with gimbals, handheld rigs, and shoulder-mounted configurations. For cinematographers seeking a versatile zoom lens that combines optical quality with practical portability, this Laowa lens delivers the performance and durability required for professional Super 35mm workflows. Read more

Features

  • Super 35mm coverage suits cinema cameras
  • T2.9 aperture maintains consistent exposure
  • Versatile 17-50mm range covers wide to medium telephoto
  • Robust construction withstands production demands
  • Smooth mechanics for precise focus and zoom control
  • Compact design integrates with gimbals and handheld rigs

About the Venus Optics Laowa Ranger S35 17-50mm T2.9 Compact Lens - MFT Mount

The Venus Optics Laowa Ranger S35 17-50mm T2.9 Compact Cine Zoom Lens is a lightweight professional cinema zoom lens designed for Super35 and APS-C camera systems. Featuring a versatile 17-50mm focal length range and a constant T2.9 aperture, the lens is designed for filmmakers who require a compact zoom solution with cinematic control, consistent exposure, and professional manual operation.

The lens features a parfocal cinema zoom design, allowing focus retention while changing focal length, along with minimal focus breathing for smooth cinematic transitions. Its compact cine housing includes standard 0.8 MOD gears for focus, zoom, and iris control, making it compatible with professional follow-focus systems and cinema accessories.

Built around a 31.5mm image circle, the Ranger S35 17-50mm covers Super35 sensors while maintaining a compact form factor. The lens incorporates a multi-element optical design, an 11-blade iris, dual focus scale markings, and a 77mm filter thread for professional production workflows.

The lens is suitable for feature films, documentaries, commercials, independent productions, and handheld cinema applications where portability and professional cinema functionality are required.

Key Features

  • Super 35mm coverage suits cinema cameras
  • T2.9 aperture maintains consistent exposure
  • Versatile 17-50mm range covers wide to medium telephoto
  • Robust construction withstands production demands
  • Smooth mechanics for precise focus and zoom control
  • Compact design integrates with gimbals and handheld rigs

Venus Optics Laowa Ranger S35 17-50mm T2.9 Compact Lens - MFT Mount Specs

Lens Configuration
Product Type
Compact Cinema Zoom Lens
Model
Laowa Ranger S35 17-50mm T2.9
Focal Length
17-50mm
Zoom Ratio
2.9x
Lens Mount
ARRI PL Mount (Interchangeable Mount System)
Format Coverage
Super35 / APS-C
Image Circle Diameter
31.5mm
Optical Design
Maximum Aperture
T2.9
Minimum Aperture
T22
Lens Construction
22 Elements in 18 Groups
Aperture Blades
11
Optical Design
Cinema Zoom Optical System
Cinema Performance
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Focus Rotation
270°
Zoom Rotation
100°
Iris Rotation
42°
Focus Scale
Metric & Imperial
Parfocal Design
Supported
Focus Breathing
Minimized
Lens Coverage & Image Characteristics
Horizontal Angle of View
80.6° - 32.2°
Minimum Focus Distance
35 cm (13.78")
Maximum Magnification
0.22x

Key Features

  • Super 35mm coverage suits cinema cameras
  • T2.9 aperture maintains consistent exposure
  • Versatile 17-50mm range covers wide to medium telephoto
  • Robust construction withstands production demands
  • Smooth mechanics for precise focus and zoom control
  • Compact design integrates with gimbals and handheld rigs

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