The Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine with PL mount offers an ultra-wide 122° field of view, ideal for exteriors, landscapes and tight interiors. Optimised for digital cinematography, it delivers minimal distortion (Zero-D) and a lightweight, compact design that makes it equally comfortable handheld or on a gimbal. It projects an image circle that covers full-frame sensors.
| Focal Length | 12mm | Aperture | T2.9–T22 |
| Mount | PL | Angle of View | 122° |
| Coverage | Full Frame / VistaVision / ALEXA LF | Distortion | Low (Zero-D) |
| M.O.D. (Close Focus) | 7" | Cine Gears | 0.8 MOD |
| Step-Up / Matte Box | 114mm Step-Up Ring | Front Diameter | 102mm |
| Optical Design | 16 elements in 10 groups | Iris Blades | 7 blades |
At Camaleon Rental, we offer Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine lens rental, a lens specifically designed for digital cinematography that stands out for its extreme 122° field of view. It is an excellent choice for landscapes, exteriors, and very tight interiors where maximum coverage is required without compromising image geometry.
This lens projects an image circle that covers full-frame, VistaVision and ARRI ALEXA LF sensors. Its lightweight and compact design has made it a popular choice for operators working with gimbals, handheld setups or lightweight configurations, providing excellent versatility on set.
The Laowa 12mm T2.9 is a standout option within our cine lens rental range thanks to its ability to deliver an ultra-wide perspective with minimal rectilinear distortion. You can explore this model and other options in our spherical lenses hire section.
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Within our spherical lenses hire range, this lens stands out for its Full Frame coverage, lightweight construction and rectilinear image geometry.
| Parameter | Laowa 12mm T2.9 | Production advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Format coverage | Full Frame / VistaVision / LF | Compatible with large format sensors without vignetting. |
| Angle of view | 122° | Extreme coverage for interiors, architecture and wide establishing shots. |
| T-Stop | T2.9 – T22 | Strong light transmission with precise exposure control. |
| Mount | ARRI PL | Direct integration with professional cinema cameras. |
| Weight | 675 g | Ideal for gimbals, drones and lightweight camera builds. |
| Front diameter | 102 mm / 114 mm adapter | Compatible with standard matte boxes using the adapter. |
The Laowa 12mm T2.9 is a highly useful lens for productions working with large sensors. Within our camera rental service, this lens pairs especially well with Full Frame and LF camera bodies thanks to its 44.7 mm image circle and ultra-wide coverage.
It is also a versatile solution for operators shooting with Super35 cameras who want a very wide focal length while maintaining a clean, rectilinear image without the heavy deformation usually associated with extreme lenses.
We manage lens rental services for productions across Spain, with technical support and logistics tailored to film, advertising and TV shoots. You can also explore our wider film and TV equipment hire service.
| City / Region | Service | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Madrid | Camera rental and production support. | Camera rental Madrid |
| Barcelona | Rental service and logistics in Catalonia. | Camera rental Barcelona |
| Seville | Production coverage and technical support. | Camera rental Seville |
| Malaga | Support for productions on the Costa del Sol. | Camera rental Malaga |
| Bilbao | Coverage and rental services for northern Spain. | Camera rental Bilbao |
“Zero-D” means virtually zero distortion. This allows straight lines to remain straight, even in architecture and interior work, which is especially valuable with such an extreme focal length.
Yes. The lens covers Full Frame, VistaVision and ARRI ALEXA LF sensors thanks to its 44.7 mm image circle.
Yes. Its low weight and compact size make it a very practical option for stabilisers, lightweight rigs and mobile shooting configurations.
Due to its ultra-wide design, it is normally used with a front adapter for a matte box, allowing professional filters to be used without compromising the frame.
Its minimum focus distance is 17.8 cm, allowing very close shots while maintaining a strong wide-angle perspective.
The Laowa 12mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine is a highly attractive lens for productions that need an ultra-wide angle with clean straight lines, Full Frame coverage and low weight. It is an excellent tool for advertising, architecture, music videos, interiors and stabilised shooting.
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