Lenses Ranger Lite (28-75mm, 75-180mm) FF Cine Lens

Venus Optics has introduced the Lite version of its renowned Ranger Compact Cine Zoom series.

This new edition features a magnesium alloy housing, making it 10% lighter and more durable than the standard version. With a sleek space-gray design, the Ranger Lite maintains the exceptional image quality that defines the series. It also includes features such as a parfocal design, close focusing distance, and a quick back focus adjustment mechanism, making it an efficient and lightweight choice for filmmakers.

Weighing just ~1.4 kg (3.08 lbs), the Laowa Ranger redefines portability and convenience. Its lightweight and compact design makes it the perfect companion for various shooting setups, including gimbals, shoulder rigs, car mounts, and even handheld operations. These lenses introduce a new era of flexibility for filmmakers.

Extensive and Versatile Zoom Range

This bundle offers a popular and versatile zoom range, spanning from 28mm to 180mm with a total zoom ratio exceeding 6.4x. The 28mm focal length allows you to capture stunning wide-angle shots, perfect for landscapes and establishing scenes. On the telephoto end, 135mm brings distant subjects closer, while 180mm reveals intricate details with ease, expanding creative framing possibilities for filmmakers.

Constant T2.9 Aperture

The Ranger lenses feature a constant T2.9 aperture, ensuring consistent exposure throughout the zoom range, even in low-light conditions, while maintaining sharp and well-lit images.

Parfocal Design

The parfocal design of the Ranger lenses maintains precise focus while zooming, ensuring your subject stays sharp and in focus, allowing for seamless and uninterrupted shots.

Minimal Focus Breathing

With virtually invisible focus breathing, these lenses provide smooth transitions when shifting focus, preserving image quality and eliminating visual distractions, ideal for storytelling.

Extremely Close Focusing Distance of 0.49m and 0.89m

The impressive minimum focusing distance of 0.49m (28-75mm) and 0.89m (75-180mm) allows you to capture intricate details and captivating facial expressions with ease, adding depth and aesthetic appeal to your storytelling.

Smooth, Rounded Bokeh

The 11-blade diaphragm design ensures beautiful, smooth-edged, rounded bokeh, giving your shots a cinematic touch.

Outstanding Optical Performance

The Ranger lenses deliver exceptional image quality with natural color rendering. Whether shooting wide open or stopped down, they maintain sharpness, contrast, and accurate color reproduction for stunning visuals.

Interchangeable PL/EF Mounts and Mirrorless Options

These lenses come with a native PL mount and an interchangeable EF bayonet, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of cameras. Additional mirrorless mounts (RF, E, Z, L) are available to suit filmmakers’ needs.

Professional and Practical Cine Design

Designed to simplify production, the Ranger lenses incorporate practical cine features that pair efficiently with other filmmaking gear, ensuring ease of use in demanding environments.

Back Focus Adjustment

The built-in back focus adjustment system eliminates the need for complex shimming processes.

Unified Gear Position

Equipped with MOD 0.8 gears compatible with follow focus systems and other cine gear, the unified gear position allows for quick switching between focal lengths without resetting your setup.

77mm Filter Thread and 80mm Outer Diameter

The 77mm filter thread and 80mm outer diameter support compatibility with matte boxes and adapter rings, enhancing visual control during shoots.

With their compact design, impressive optical performance, and competitive pricing, the Laowa Ranger lenses are an ideal gateway into the world of cine zooms.