Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Camera Lens

The Laowa 12 mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine is an ultra-wide-angle, distortion-minimizing cine lens designed for full-frame, Vista Vision, and ARRI ALEXA LF sensors. It delivers a sweeping 122° field of view while maintaining near-zero distortion—ideal for architectural, environmental, and cinematic productions.

Engineered for professional filmmakers, it’s remarkably compact and lightweight, making it suitable for handheld, gimbal, and aerial setups while offering precise manual control via standard cine gearing.

Key Features

• Focal Length: 12 mm ultra-wide
• Maximum Aperture: T2.9 (down to T22)
• Angle of View: 122° diagonal
• Optical Design: 16 elements in 10 groups
• Aperture Blades: 7—for pleasing bokeh
• Mount: Canon EF (others like Sony E, Nikon Z, L-Mount, RF offered via select dealers)
• Filter System: No front filter thread; uses included 114 mm step-up adapter for matte boxes or screw-in filters
• Close Focus Distance: ~7″ (18 cm)
• Gearing: 0.8 mod with ~270° focus rotation for cine follow focus precision
• Included Accessories: Shim set, 114 mm step-up ring, front/rear caps, hard-shell Pelican case

Technical Specifications

• Weight: 675 g (1.49 lb)
• Length: 87 mm (3.43″)
• Field of View: 122°
• Optics: 16 elements / 10 groups
• Aperture Range: T2.9–T22
• Minimum Focus: 18 cm (7″)
• Image Coverage: Full-Frame, Vista Vision, ARRI ALEXA LF sensors

What’s Included

• 1x Laowa 12 mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine Lens (selected mount)
• 1x Shim set for calibration
• 1x 114 mm step-up adapter ring
• 1x Front and rear lens caps
• 1x Hard-shell Pelican case with custom foam
• 1x Limited 3-year manufacturer warranty