The Laowa Ranger FF 28-75mm T2.9 is a modern full-frame cine zoom introduced in 2024 by Venus Optics (China).
1. Overview
The Laowa Ranger FF 28-75mm T2.9 is a modern full-frame cine zoom, introduced in 2024 by Venus Optics (China). It is aimed at productions that require a single, flexible zoom for everyday shooting without sacrificing full-frame coverage.
2. Characteristics
Flare characteristics according to the CINEFLARES datasheet:
- Types: Spherical Spot, Ring, Starburst, Rainbow
- Colors: Blue, Cyan, Green, Amber
- Intensity: Average
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3. Creative Use
The lens is suitable for shoots where rapid focal length changes are more important than maximum aperture – documentaries, indie features, commercial productions with tight schedules. At T2.9, it remains usable across the entire zoom range without dramatic fall-offs. The modern design delivers high-contrast, clean images with controlled flare characteristics: Spherical Spots, Rings, and Rainbows in Blue, Cyan, and Green appear with frontal backlight sources but remain in the average range and do not overpower. The lens is typically available in medium-sized rental houses and appeals to producers who budget for a package with a single zoom instead of multiple primes.
4. Specs Overview
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | VENUS OPTICS (LAOWA) |
| Type | Zoom FF |
| Year | 2024 |
| Country | China |
| Era | Modern |
| Focal Length (Reference Datasheet) | 75.0mm |
| T-Stop Range | T2.9 – T22.0 |
| Squeeze | 1.0× |
| Weight | 1.4 kg / 3.09 lb |
| Close Focus | 0.49 m / 1'7" |
| Distortion | N/A |
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