18mm T1 Argus MFT Cine

Laowa 18mm T1 Argus MFT Cine Lens, 14 elements in 8 groups, 77mm filter - LWA18AMFTC

The Argus T1 Cine series consists of Full-Frame, Super35 and MFT optics, with focal lengths from 18 to 45 mm.
This series offers a unique aesthetic and guarantees hypnotic depth of field and dreamy bokeh.
This series not only excels at low-light shooting thanks to the T1 aperture, but also creates an incredibly smooth transition from in-focus to out-of-focus areas. This lens series is ideal for cinematographers looking for a unique look and to accentuate the drama of character-focused shots.
The Argus T1 Cine series is the first T1 maximum aperture series to offer 28mm and 35mm focal lengths in Full-Frame format.

- Ultra bright T1 aperture
- Minimal Focus Breathing
- Very close focusing distance
- Consistent color rendering across the entire series
- Professional body for cinema
- 18mm and 25mm MFT format optics available with MFT mount

Hypnotic look by Argus
The Argus T1 Cine series offers a distinctive aesthetic that imparts a hypnotic "Argus" effect, with dreamy bokeh and excellent color rendition.

Ultra bright T1 aperture
The ultra-large T1 aperture of the Laowa Argus T1 lenses offers the possibility of obtaining an incredibly shallow depth of field with an incredibly smooth transition from in-focus to out-of-focus areas, immersing the audience in a dreamy atmosphere.

Shallow depth of field and dreamy bokeh
Selective focus creates emphasis on the subject and directs the audience's attention as intended by the director.
Furthermore, it helps to clean the frame by effectively blurring the background and making the subjects stand out.

Superb sharpness and contrast at T1
While ultra-bright apertures are often subject to chromatic aberration, the Argus T1 Cine series has been meticulously engineered to deliver exceptional optical performance.
These lenses reduce chromatic aberration to a minimum, ensuring that contrast and sharpness are maintained even when shooting at T1 aperture.

Flawless low-light shooting performance
The T1 aperture offers a significant advantage when shooting in low light conditions.
This is particularly beneficial for productions where additional lighting is limited.
Filmmakers can capture clean images without having to increase the ISO too much.

Very close focusing distance
The series boasts an impressive close focusing distance starting from 0.2m.
This allows you to capture breathtaking shots with a beautifully blurred background, while retaining the finest details of your subject.
It introduces new and captivating perspectives to enhance shooting.

Consistent color rendering and lens performance across the series
Every focal length in the Argus T1 Cine series has been meticulously crafted to deliver consistent color rendition and performance.
This minimizes the need for editing in the post-production process after using different focal lengths, ensuring visual consistency in your projects.