Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens - Arri PL (Feet)

Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens (Arri PL) – Ultra-wide 12mm with Near-Zero Distortion

The Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens with Arri PL mount delivers an ultra-wide 12mm field of view while maintaining near-zero distortion. Designed for full-frame and Vista Vision cinema cameras, this lens preserves straight lines and accurate perspective, making it a reliable choice when architectural precision and wide visuals matter.

Key features at a glance

• Ultra-wide 12mm focal length with full-frame and Vista Vision coverage
• Near-zero distortion (Zero-D design) for straight lines and accurate perspective
• Bright T2.9 maximum aperture for improved low-light capture
• Arri PL mount with imperial (feet) focus scale for traditional cine workflows
• 122° angle of view for dramatic wide-angle framing
• 114mm front diameter for matte box compatibility
• Manual focus with standard 0.8 MOD cine gears
• Durable all-metal housing and standardized cine housing with smooth geared focus and aperture rings

Performance and use cases

Use this lens when you need expansive wide shots, whether for landscapes, architecture, or stylized cinematography. Because of its Zero-D design, it minimizes the barrel and perspective distortion that can alter straight lines. Therefore, it suits interior and exterior work where maintaining correct geometry is essential.

The bright T2.9 aperture gives you more flexibility in low-light situations and lets you control depth of field creatively. In addition, the wide 122° angle of view captures dramatic visual context, making the lens suitable for dynamic wide shots and creative storytelling where scale and environment are important.

Build and handling

This cine lens features a robust all-metal housing and standardized cine form factor. Moreover, it includes smooth geared focus and aperture rings, which support consistent manual operation on set. The lens uses standard 0.8 MOD cine gears, allowing easy integration with follow focus systems and other rigging accessories.

Compatibility and practical details

The lens comes in an Arri PL mount and includes focus markings in feet (imperial), which aligns with traditional cinematic workflows. With a 114mm front diameter, the lens supports matte box usage and common front-mounted accessories designed for large front diameters.

What's in the box

• Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens (Arri PL, feet)
• Front and rear lens caps
• Hard protective case
• Shims and adjustment tools

FAQ

Question: Is this lens suitable for full-frame cinema cameras?
Answer: Yes. The Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D is designed to cover full-frame and Vista Vision cinema camera sensors.

Question: Will I see heavy distortion with this wide lens?
Answer: No. The lens uses a Zero-D design to achieve near-zero distortion, which preserves straight lines and accurate perspective in architectural and interior shots.

Question: Can I use common matte boxes and follow focus systems with this lens?
Answer: Yes. The lens has a 114mm front diameter for matte box compatibility and standard 0.8 MOD cine gears for follow focus and other geared accessories.

Question: Does the lens support imperial focus markings and cine workflow standards?
Answer: Yes. It features focus markings in feet and a standardized cine housing with smooth geared focus and aperture rings suited to professional workflows.