Venus Optics Argus S35 18mm T1.0 Overview
Designed for S35 camera sensors, the Laowa Argus S35 18mm T1 Cine Lens from Venus Optics features a Sony E lens mount and a wide T1 to T11 aperture range for improved low-light shooting. Create a shallow depth of field and dreamy bokeh with the 15-blade iris and lens construction of 15 elements in 10 groups. The focus ring rotates 250° , and the iris ring 87° for intuitive manual adjustments with low focus breathing.
The lens features a 76.2° angle of view to ensure your subject remains in the frame. An 80mm outer diameter and M77 filter thread are consistent across the lens series and allow you to incorporate different matte boxes or filters. Cine-standard gearing on the lens, adjustment shims, and a removable lens support thread make up the cine housing of the lens.
Features at a Glance
- T1 to T11 aperture range
- 15-blade iris optical construction of 15 elements in 10 groups
- 80mm outer diameter M77 filter thread
- 9.84" minimum focus distance
- 250° focus and 87° iris rotation
- 31.5mm image circle 76.2° angle of view
Venus Optics Argus S35 18mm T1.0 Specs
Key Specs
| Focal Length | 18mm |
| Maximum Aperture | T1 |
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Lens Format Coverage | Super35/APS-C |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Maximum Aperture | T1 |
| Minimum Aperture | T11 |
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Interchangeable Mount | No |
| Lens Format Coverage | Super35/APS-C |
| Image Circle | 31.5 mm |
| Angle of View | Super 35 Diagonal: 76.15° |
| Focus Scales | Metric, Imperial |
| Optical Design | 15 Elements in 10 Groups |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm |
| Minimum Focus Distance | From Unspecified Point in Lens: 9.84" / 0.25 m |
| Maximum Magnification Ratio | 1:0.13 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 15 |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Gear Standard | Focus: 0.8 MOD Iris: 0.8 MOD |
| Gear Rotation | Focus 250° Iris 87° |
| Diameter | 3.1" / 80 mm |
| Length | 4.2" / 106.5 mm |
| Weight | 33.5 oz / 950 g |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 6.055 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 13.2 x 10.9 x 5.6" |
In the Box
- Venus Optics Laowa Argus S35 18mm T1 Cine Lens (Sony E)
- Adjustment Shim Set
- Lens Support Thread
- 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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