Overview
The Laowa Ranger 28-75mm T2.9 Cine Zoom Lens is a versatile full frame cine zoom built for ARRI PL or Canon EF camera systems. Covering a 28–75mm focal range with a constant T2.9 aperture, it combines a parfocal design, minimal focus breathing and a robust optical structure of 22 elements in 18 groups. Its 11-blade aperture enables smooth bokeh for both wide establishing shots and tighter close-ups.
Core Features
- Full frame coverage with 43.2 mm image circle
- Parfocal design with minimal focus breathing
- Industry-standard 0.8 MOD gears for focus, aperture and zoom
- 270° focus rotation, 42° aperture rotation, 100° zoom rotation
- EF bayonet adapter and shim set included
- 77 mm front filter thread
Optical & Mechanical Design
Optical Construction
The lens uses a 22-element, 18-group configuration to maintain image sharpness throughout the zoom range, while its 11 aperture blades produce circular, cinematic bokeh.
Precision Control
Focus, iris and zoom control rings all use 0.8 MOD cine gearing. Markings are engraved in both metric and imperial units for universal compatibility.
Compatibility
The lens is natively PL mount and includes an EF bayonet, broadening its usability across various full frame cinema cameras.
Additional Functionality
Back Focus Adjustment
A supplied shim set allows precise back focus tuning for optimal optical performance.
Minimum Focus
The lens focuses as close as 49 cm, enabling semi-macro shooting with a maximum magnification of 0.23x.
General
| Focal Length | 28–75 mm |
| Lens Format Coverage | Full Frame (43.2 mm Image Circle) |
| Mount | Interchangeable ARRI PL / Canon EF (Bayonet Included) |
| Zoom Ratio | 2.7× |
Aperture
| Maximum Aperture | T2.9 |
| Minimum Aperture | T22 |
| Blades | 11 |
Optical Construction
| Elements | 22 |
| Groups | 18 |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 49 cm |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.23× (1:4.34) |
Field of View
| Horizontal (Wide to Tele) | 75.4° to 32.2° |
Mechanical
| Focus Rotation | 270° |
| Iris Rotation | 42° |
| Zoom Rotation | 100° |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm |
| Front Diameter | 80 mm |
| Length | Not Specified |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight | 3.95 kg |
| Box Dimensions (L×W×H) | 36.3 × 33 × 16.8 cm |
What's Included
- Laowa Ranger 28–75mm T2.9 Cine Zoom Lens (PL/EF)
- EF Mount Bayonet
- Shim Set
- Hard Case
- Barcode: 87272
- UPC Barcode: 6940486705584
- Supplier Code: RAN2875PLEF