Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens - (Cine) PL

Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens (Cine) PL – Probe design with built-in LED and waterproof front barrel for tight-space and underwater filming

The Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens (Cine) PL gives filmmakers unique visual options with a long tubular probe design, an integrated LED ring, and a waterproof front barrel. Designed specifically for professional cinematography, this Cine version adds industry-standard cine features that integrate directly with professional rigs and follow-focus systems. Use it to capture extreme close-ups, film inside confined spaces, or shoot in challenging environments such as underwater scenarios.

Cine-focused features for professional workflows

The Cine model includes dedicated cinema features that streamline production work. For example, it comes with 0.8 mod gearing on both the focus and aperture rings, which allows smooth connection to follow-focus units. In addition, the lens has clearly marked T-stop measurements and standardized gear positions, helping camera crews perform accurate and repeatable focus pulls. Because the lens uses manual focus and aperture control, cinematographers retain precise mechanical control over image settings during a take.

Probe construction and creative use cases

The probe-style construction opens up visual opportunities that conventional lenses cannot achieve. Filmmakers can place the front of the lens into very tight spaces to capture detailed close-ups, document small mechanisms, or create dramatic perspectives that emphasize scale and texture. Thanks to the waterproof front barrel, the lens also suits underwater and other wet-environment shooting when appropriate housing or rigging is used.

Optical performance

Optically, the lens features a 27-element design arranged in 19 groups. This optical construction aims to deliver strong sharpness and color accuracy. In addition, the lens provides a 2:1 macro magnification capability, enabling extremely close focusing for detailed shots. The integrated LED ring helps illuminate subjects in cramped or dark environments, making the lens practical for scenarios where external lighting is difficult to place.

Key features at a glance

• Cine-Optimized Design: Geared focus and aperture rings for follow-focus integration and cinema workflows.
• Unique Probe Lens Construction: Enables perspectives otherwise impossible with traditional lenses.
• 2:1 Macro Magnification: Allows close-ups with high detail in very tight spaces.
• Integrated LED Ring: Built-in illumination for confined or low-light shooting situations.
• Advanced Optical Quality: 27 optical elements in 19 groups for sharpness, color accuracy, and visual fidelity with minimal chromatic aberration.
• Waterproof Front Barrel: Suitable for underwater and challenging environmental filming when used with appropriate precautions and mounting.
• Manual Focus and Aperture Control: Provides the precision needed for cinematic focus pulls and exposure adjustments.

What’s in the box

• Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Cine Lens
• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap
• USB Cable (for LED power)
• Lens Case

Technical specifications

FAQ

Question: Can I use the Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens on professional cinema rigs?
Answer: Yes. The Cine PL version includes 0.8 mod gearing on focus and aperture rings and standardized T-stop markings, which allow seamless integration with follow-focus systems and professional cinema workflows.

Question: Is the lens suitable for underwater shooting?
Answer: The lens has a waterproof front barrel, which makes it suitable for underwater and wet-environment filming when you use appropriate housing, seals, and rigging to protect the camera and mount.

Question: How does the built-in LED help on set?
Answer: The integrated LED ring provides local illumination for subjects in tight or dark spaces, reducing the need for external lights in situations where placement is difficult. It is powered via the included USB cable.

Question: What kind of close-up capabilities does this probe lens offer?
Answer: The lens offers 2:1 macro magnification, enabling extreme close-ups with detailed rendering in very confined spaces, which is useful for creative macro filmmaking and detailed product or biological shots.