Laowa Nanomorph 27mm T2.8 1.5X S35 (Amber) - Arri PL/Canon EF

Laowa Nanomorph 27mm T2.8 1.5X S35 (Amber) – 1.5x anamorphic squeeze for cinematic widescreen

The Laowa Nanomorph 27mm T2.8 1.5X S35 (Amber) is a compact anamorphic cine lens built for Super35 cinema cameras. It delivers a 1.5x anamorphic squeeze that produces a true widescreen cinematic look. Filmmakers get oval bokeh and elongated flares, together with a natural wide-angle perspective from the 27mm focal length.

Key visual character and use cases

This Amber version produces warm, golden-hued streak flares that add cinematic warmth to footage. Consequently, you can use it to enhance period dramas, romantic scenes, or any naturalistic lighting setup that benefits from a warmer flare character. In addition, the 27mm focal length makes it well suited for narrative filmmaking, commercials, music videos, and other creative cinematography where a dynamic wide-angle perspective matters.

Optical performance and aperture

The lens features a fast T2.8 aperture. As a result, you can achieve strong depth-of-field control and improved low-light performance when required. Laowa built the lens with precision anamorphic optics to maintain sharp detail and to keep focus breathing to a minimum, which helps preserve framing during pulls and focus changes.

Design and handling

Laowa designed the Nanomorph 27mm to be compact and lightweight. Therefore, it integrates easily with handheld rigs, gimbals, and drones. The lens uses standard 0.8 module geared rings on both focus and aperture, so it fits professional follow-focus systems without modification. Additionally, both focus and aperture operate manually for precise, tactile control during shoots.

Build and variants

The lens uses durable all-metal construction for professional-grade reliability on set. Laowa offers the Nanomorph in different flare options — blue, amber, or neutral — allowing you to choose the flare color that best suits your project’s visual style. This specific listing is for the Amber flare variant.

What's in the box

• Laowa Nanomorph 27mm T2.8 1.5X S35 (Amber) Lens
• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap
• Protective Lens Case

Technical specifications

FAQ

Question: Which cameras is this lens intended for?
Answer: The Laowa Nanomorph 27mm T2.8 1.5X S35 is designed for Super35 cinema cameras and is available in Arri PL and Canon EF mounts to suit a range of professional camera bodies.

Question: How does the Amber flare variant affect the image?
Answer: The Amber variant produces warm, golden-hued streak flares that add a cinematic warmth to footage, making it a strong choice for period pieces, romantic sequences, and scenes using naturalistic lighting.

Question: Can I use this lens on gimbals and drones?
Answer: Yes. The lens’s compact and lightweight design makes it suitable for handheld work, gimbal rigs, and drone cinematography while retaining professional control through 0.8 mod geared rings.

Question: Does this lens support motorized follow-focus systems?
Answer: The lens features standard 0.8 mod geared rings for focus and aperture, which allows seamless integration with professional follow-focus systems that accept 0.8 gearing.

Question: What controls are manual versus electronic?
Answer: Both focus and aperture are manual on this lens, providing tactile control for precise adjustments during shooting.