Laowa Nanomorph 85mm T2.9 1.5X LF (Amber) - (Cine) Arri PL (Default) + EF

The Laowa Nanomorph 85mm T2.9 1.5x LF Anamorphic (Amber Flare) is a professional telephoto prime designed to bring the compressed, cinematic look of anamorphic cinematography to large-format and full-frame sensors. As the longest focal length in the Nanomorph LF series, the 85mm is perfect for intimate close-ups and stunning portraiture, offering a constant 1.5x squeeze ratio. It delivers the highly coveted anamorphic aesthetic—characterized by horizontal amber flares and vertical "waterfall" bokeh—while maintaining a compact form factor that defies the traditional bulk of anamorphic glass.

With a massive 44.7mm image circle, this lens provides full coverage for sensors like the ARRI ALEXA LF Open Gate. Its professional features, including a 270° focus throw and an interchangeable mount system, ensure it integrates seamlessly into high-end film sets and agile gimbal workflows alike.

Product Features in Detail

Stunning Telephoto Compression
The 85mm focal length combined with anamorphic optics creates a beautiful compression that brings backgrounds closer to the subject. This makes it the ideal choice for emotional close-ups, allowing the actor to "pop" against a background that melts into smooth, elongated shapes.

Organic "Waterfall" Focus Roll-off
One of the most sought-after anamorphic traits, the "waterfall" bokeh, is prominently featured here. The out-of-focus areas exhibit a vertical stretching and an organic roll-off that gives the image a painterly, sophisticated quality that spherical lenses cannot replicate.

Professional Precision with 270° Throw
Pulling focus on a telephoto lens at T2.9 requires extreme accuracy. The extended 270° focus throw provides the tactile space needed for a focus puller to make minute adjustments, ensuring critical sharpness is maintained during intimate dialogue or moving shots.

Low Focus Breathing for Stable Composition
The Nanomorph 85mm is engineered to minimize focus breathing. When shifting focus between different planes, the field of view remains stable, preventing distracting "zooming" effects and keeping the viewer’s attention exactly where it belongs—on the story.

Edge-to-Edge Compositional Freedom
Many anamorphic lenses warp objects near the edges, leading to a "swimming" effect. The Nanomorph LF series offers superior control over edge performance, allowing you to compose your subject anywhere in the ultra-wide frame without fear of distracting distortion.

Streamlined Filter & Calibration Workflow
The lens is fully compatible with the MOFAGE POCO drop-in filter system, allowing you to use NDs or PLs without a heavy matte box. Additionally, the built-in back-focus calibration mechanism allows you to adjust the flange depth quickly on set, ensuring your focus scales are always perfectly calibrated.