Laowa 9mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens - MFT

Laowa 9mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens – Ultra-Wide 113° Angle with Zero Distortion

The Laowa 9mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens delivers an ultra-wide 113° perspective specifically designed for filmmakers working with APS-C and Super35 format cameras. It uses Laowa’s Zero-D (Zero Distortion) technology to provide straight-line accuracy and minimal optical distortion. This makes the lens well suited for architectural work, interior filming, dynamic wide-angle scenes and immersive storytelling.

Key features

• Ultra-Wide 9mm Perspective: Provides an expansive 113° angle-of-view for dramatic wide-angle cinematography.
• Zero-D (Zero Distortion) Technology: Produces virtually distortion-free footage, essential for architectural and precise wide-angle shots.
• Cinema-Optimized Design: Standard 0.8 mod geared focus and aperture rings ensure compatibility with follow-focus systems and cinema rigs.
• Bright T2.9 Aperture: Offers strong performance in low-light situations, useful for indoor and nighttime filming.
• Advanced Optical Construction: 15 elements arranged in 10 groups, including two aspherical and three extra-low dispersion elements for enhanced sharpness and color fidelity.
• Compact and Lightweight: Designed for easy portability and mounting on handheld setups, gimbals, and drones.
• Minimum Focusing Distance (12 cm): Enables striking close-ups and creative wide-angle compositions.
• Robust Metal Build: Built with metal construction to ensure reliability and durability on set.

Optical design and cinematic control

The lens features a sophisticated optical formula of 15 elements in 10 groups, including two aspherical elements and three extra-low dispersion elements. This arrangement delivers sharp images with good clarity and color rendering. Additionally, the standard 0.8 mod geared focus and aperture rings allow seamless integration with cinema accessories, enabling precise adjustments during shoots.

Handling and use cases

Because the lens is compact and lightweight, you can mount it on handheld rigs, gimbals, or drones with less impact on overall balance. Filmmakers will find it particularly useful for architectural shots and interior scenes where straight lines and minimal distortion matter. The bright T2.9 aperture also helps when shooting in lower light or creating shallow depth-of-field effects within the format’s capabilities.

What’s in the box

• Laowa 9mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens
• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap
• Lens Hood
• Lens Case

Technical specifications

FAQ

Question: Which camera formats is this lens designed for?
Answer: The Laowa 9mm T2.9 Zero-D is designed specifically for APS-C and Super35 format cameras, making it suitable for many cinema and mirrorless systems that use these formats.

Question: Is this lens suitable for architectural and interior filming?
Answer: Yes. Thanks to Laowa’s Zero-D technology, the lens minimizes distortion and preserves straight lines, which is essential for architectural and interior cinematography.

Question: Can I use this lens on gimbals or drones?
Answer: Yes. The lens is compact and lightweight, which makes it particularly well suited for handheld shooting, gimbals, and drone applications where low weight and compact size are important.

Question: Does the lens support follow-focus systems?
Answer: Yes. The lens features standard 0.8 mod geared focus and aperture rings for straightforward integration with follow-focus units and other cinema accessories.

Question: What creative options does the 12 cm minimum focusing distance provide?
Answer: With a minimum focusing distance of 12 cm, you can capture striking close-ups and dramatic wide-angle compositions that emphasize foreground elements while retaining expansive backgrounds.