Laowa Nanomorph anamorphic lens review (35mm T2.4 and 50mm T2.4)

[@pacheaco727]

Love how Jordan switches to his slightly impatient dad voice when addressing Chris behind the camera. ‘You’re incredibly useful and I definitely under appreciate you.’ 😂

[@DaCarnival]

2:1 is actually not a weird aspect ratio - it's the "Netflix scope" and very popular in TV today.

[@jorismak]

Nah, let's call it the KZbin scope and only used for audiences which are known to use primarily a phone 😉.

[@DaCarnival]

@@jorismak To my knowledge Netflix and David Fincher were the first to use it on a major production with House of Cards (Netflix's first hit show), and it is also used on Stranger Things, Netflix's biggest hit to date, as well as many other Netflix originals.

[@dangerruss5]

2:1 is a perfect ratio imo. I'm so glad to see it taking off lately.

[@terriplays1726]

Thumbs up for Laowa continuing to think outside the box and providing lenses that nobody else offers.

[@MarcoAries]

Honestly, I really like how they have a more subtle anamorphic look and the small size is a big plus! As Jordan said, they remind me of vintage lenses, which I already use. 2:1 is, in my opinion, a very underrated aspect ratio.

[@jlwilliams]

Being primarily a still shooter, I'm never going to buy an anamorphic lens (especially when mediocre-performing "budget" models cost a grand apiece, as these do) so thank you for going back to including a bit of byplay and sniping to provide entertainment value for the casual viewer.

[@LaowaByVenusOptics]

Thank you for doing a review with our lenses! Glad that you enjoyed our products!

[@CarletonTorpin]

Jordan, you are looking healthier and fitter than ever. :)

[@AlanChunkyMunky]

thank YOU for testing on the panasonic gh6. i feel like so many channels have gone full fullframe and its good to see this

[@feederbrian9457]

Good review. These lenses are definitely an interesting option for those with crop sensor cameras. If you're wanting to experiment with anamorphics, these lenses are an option, but remember there are also adapters you can buy as long as you're mindful of the weight limits of your body. There are even adapters for phones which achieve a small squeeze factor if you wish to practice with a shoestring budget. I would recommend checking out Anamorphic on a Budget as a resource to learn more before sinking any money into anamorphics, because you'll find that it's easy to get G.A.S. with cinema stuff.

[@ChadSchrandt]

I'd love to see these compared to the Sirui ones, especially in the sharpness department. Since using the Sirui lenses, I was shocked on how sharp they were for a budget anamorphic lens, and these laowa ones, to my eyes, seem considerably less sharp. Everything about these look great though, from consistent barrel design for swapping between lenses and follow focus systems, to the same lanes diameters. And these also look to have a consistent squeeze factor and well controlled breathing, unlike the sirui. Looking forward to seeing more about these in the future.

[@JordanElliottMcClure]

Wow! You nailed everything that I was thinking while watching this. I have the Sirui 35mm and it’s super sharp. These other lenses seem flat to me. I thought it was just me. Yes, I would love to see a comparison. Thank you for this comment. I 100% agree!

[@ScottJWaldron]

Chris being the hero of metadata. Neat lenses.

[@NeonShores]

2:1 is a fantastic aspect ratio and probably why it's the de facto ratio for Netflix original content.

[@pierrew1532]

Thx ! We definitely need a Laowa vs Sirui anamorphic comparaison

[@alexiscuarezma]

2:1 is the preferred aspect ratio of legendary Vittorio Storaro FYI. It's not weird at all

[@TheSmeagol630]

Vittorio Storaro's 2:1 Univisium aspect ratio is weird? Isn't it Netflix's default aspect ratio for their shows?

[@ShowsOn]

Great review thanks! I bought the 35mm silver flare version for my GH5M2. I only wanted to get 1 lens so I figured the middle one would be the best choice.

[@HighDesertEntertainmentHDE]

I also got the 35mm EF/PL with silver flare for my BMPCC 6K Pro. Laowa's website says delivery in September, do you know if it's beginning or end of September? I e-mailed them but they never responded...

[@goddyab]

Am Huge fan of Lumix Cameras, so that brought me to this Channel, But then I Found something Else the Humor in this channel 😀, it's so entertaining. Most times when I see an alert I quickly click click on it, just to enjoy the Humor and the information. Thanks guys.

[@gen19musicchannel35]

HAHA! I love the "Safety Third" shirt!

[@charliewaterman816]

Good video as always, and Jordan... love the shirt :)

[@TwoOneSe7en]

Yeah but 2:1 is perfect for KZbin and fitting on phones. A lot of channels are switching to 2:1.

[@Neopulse00]

Laowa again surprising people with their lenses.

[@guillaumecottin7251]

Testing the lens on the largest sensor that the lens covers would have given a better idea of the lens’ performance rather than using a smaller micro four thirds sensor.

[@Superbustr]

The standard is to record to a *4:3 film plane* or *digital sensor capture area* with a *2x squeeze* anamorphic lens to get a final output *2.4:1 aspect ratio* . The option to record onto a 4:3 image capture area is only available on dedicated cinema cameras such as the Sony Cine Alta, Red Camera, and Arri. Prosumer mirrorless cameras are not dedicated cinema cameras and require the end user to finagle with non 2x anamorphic lenses shooting on non 4:3 capture regions to get some semblance of an anamorphic widescreen image. All other lenses that deviate from the standard lead to further confusion on how to record, get the anamorphic look, and get a final 2.4:1 standard anamorphic aspect ratio. -This confusion leads to people shooting with 1.33x lenses on 16:9 sensors and getting the 2.4:1 aspect ratio but not getting the anamorphic look due to the lack of squeeze. -This confusion also leads to people buying 1.5x anamorphic lenses, which do not have the same look of a 2x anamorphic shot on a 4:3 image capture area. You can still get a 2.4:1 final de-squeezed output from a 1.5x lens (without having to crop) but it doesn't look as good as following the standard.

Fuji XH2s can record 3:2 open gate - great for anamorphic :))

[@msamiullah001]

great video guys, dnt see that 'anamorphic' effect here probably because these are only 1.5x (and not 2x)

[@80-80.]

Yes, anamorphic lenses need to be 1.8 or 2x squeeze to be worth bother

[@Fedorevsky]

@@80-80. Definitely!

[@hozae6368]

Can I stick to this on my fullframe as well? I love the size!

[@RichardStroffolino]

These look really great. I actually use the Sirui 50mm anamorphic on my X-T2 to get that XPan look from stills when shooting 16:9. Would gladly trade the faster lens for the lighter 27mm.

[@ThatCapnGeech]

I look forward to using these on my DJI 4D

[@PiDsPagePrototypes]

Is the image circle big enough to use with a Focal Reducer? Say like, putting the PL or EF in front of m4/3 or EosM ?

[@bryanbarajasBB]

Isn't cropping in defeat the purpose of going wide? Is cropping into the image produce a wider image than zooming in or moving the camera closer?

[@MoonProds]

The GH6 can shoot open gate, or 4:3 so you need to crop the top and bottom to fill out a 16:9 screen, but since this lens gives a wider shot on the sides, you don't need to crop the top and bottom, resulting in a much wider image ;)

[@bryanbarajasBB]

@@MoonProds I use Magic Lantern on a Canon Eosm.🤔Perhaps I can configure it to the lens?

[@MoonProds]

@@bryanbarajasBB Hey, that's very interesting setup you have here! I had actually looked into it before but I don't really understand what you mean. You can shoot with a variety of horizontal squeezes to adapt to the anamorphic lens so it displays in the right proportions (like 1.5x for this one for example), is that what you're asking?

[@Breonnick]

These lenses peak my intrest. How ever with the lens flares it's kind of a turn off how muted they are compared to the Suri anamorphics for me but in return it's amazing how they designed them so the squeeze factor never changes at diffrent focus distance unlike the suri.

[@BobbyD262]

Detailed breakdown of scope lenses. Presented exclusively in 16x9.

[@butchrodgers9559]

Similar price point to Sirui MFT 3 lens package, I would like to see a comparison but until then the Laowa lenses are outclassed

[@p3rrypm]

Where’s the X-H2S final review?

[@CarletonTorpin]

2:11 - Can we call them Robert Elswit flares? His anamorphic flare provides visualization for character emotions in the movie in Punch-Drunk Love.

[@PiDsPagePrototypes]

Far better reference then the hack who whacks the body of the camera while its on the cinematographers shoulder. (See behind scenes for Star Trek)

[@doveshouse]

Wouldn't it be great if Sony released a firmware update that would allow open gate on the Sony A7S3? I'll answer that question... It would be

[@rowanstrang8072]

Is there a technical reason no one goes all the way to 2x for these ‘affordable’ anamorphics?

[@phoenixfunny4517]

It's very difficult to create and make affordable but they're getting close

[@Raoh1st]

They cost 1400 USD each in poland...

[@Veptis]

They flare way to much for my liking. They are missing the distortion I want (it's Laowa after all). But they are small, affordable, single focus and even close focus. They have Soo much going for them.... But the look isn't something I would want. Now Laowa has 2x anamorphics, but they still won't come close to the Cooke 40mm

[@kistovisback]

I don't get statements like "gh6 has desqueze in camera so I don't need a monitor". What's the big deal with filming while watching a squeezed image on the back LCD of the camera? You can still see the framing. It works. You'll desqueeze in post. Why so precious?

[@ryanleethomas]

This needs to add an EF-M mount for Canon.

[@bitspacemusic]

It is very noticeable how the image stretches out during focus and is not acceptable, but at this price no one will care. 1.5x stretch is very nice.

[@phoenixfunny4517]

You get Anamorphic for the stretch, part of the aesthetic

[@bitspacemusic]

​@@phoenixfunny4517 No shit. Wow. If you look up, you can see my comment flying over your head.

[@skydj100]

Where can I buy this shirt?

[@Folly_Inds]

I don't film anything, but man maybe I should pick some up just in case I do

[@sergioknuf]

What was wrong with the 27mm

[@starwaves9917]

That my question too. What was wrong with the 27mm?

[@NoSuRReNDeR001]

Ugh.... sorry to interject but the point of ANA glass is you get double or 1.5x the width of lens WHILE keeping its hyperfocal and background compression - So a 25mm will do what a wide angle does but a 50 ana will get you the same FOV but not squish the persons head ... its like having two 50mm lenses next to each other.... that is the point=NO that is the BRILLIANCE of anamorphic... not these side effects and flaws you have mentioned. -sorry I love you guys but Cinema is my wheelhouse.

[@kaicheng3]

😂Whoever designed that safety third sign is a f-word genius

[@TheFilmGuyOfficial]

using a MFT on this was disappointing

[@serhiy1237]

Maaan that looks soft in 4k wide open and not too characterful stopped down. So think its kinda loses its purpose. Have to see maybe one can work out it's magic in post.

[@lkptlst3256]

Test anamorphic lens on T4-T5 range is so stupid man..

[@agenericaccount3935]

Mmm. Nanomorphic

[@lavluvlov]

How stupid ! Just et a regular wide or ultra wide lens and put black border on top and bottom, there's your anamorphic.

[@geertgermonpre7530]

doesn't look anamorphic at all.

[@skakdosmer]

Jordan doesn't know what hitting the ball ikon does? Oh, the bell ikon? Sorry. Well, I know what it does, seen from our side (I tried it once). Which is why I don't hit it!

[@leonax74]

Useless review. Everybody is using ff sony camera and you're still locked on a lumix... I love your work guys but not this time! 🤪

[@raymondzrike]

These lenses do not cover full frame.

[@leonax74]

@@raymondzrike Yes but you can use apsc mode on any sony full frame camera.

[@geertgermonpre7530]

in what world do you live where everybody uses Sony camera's?

[@leonax74]

@@geertgermonpre7530 in this world. I shot wedding and i've never seen someone with a lunix. Only sony for video and photo and someone with Canon for the photo. This is my experience.

[@chrismshane]

@@leonax74 Your world and we're all just living in it!