2024 is coming to a close, the holidays are around the corner and Laowa is the lens manufacturer that just keeps giving. Just in time for gift giving season the Laowa Nanomorph 60mm Macro Anamorphic is a perfect stocking-stuffer for the special Lens Geek in your life.
The Nanormorph 60mm fits in so well with the rest of the line up and truly makes me wonder why it took so long for a macro addition like this to be added. Let’s dive in and get a close up look.
Meet The Newest Macro Anamorphic
The Laowa Nanomorph 60mm is a game-changer for filmmakers working with Super 35mm sensors. As a unique lens, it combines two powerful visual tools—macro magnification and the signature cinematic anamorphic look—into one compact package. Whether you’re shooting a close-up with stunning detail or capturing wide, cinematic vistas, this lens delivers extraordinary image quality.
Unlike traditional macro lenses that limit your creative options, the Nanomorph 60mm offers a close focus distance of just 24cm (9.45 inches). This allows you to capture subjects that are physically close to the lens, while still maintaining the wide, cinematic look that anamorphic lenses are known for.
Features and Character
The Laowa Nanomorph 60mm stands out with its unique ability to achieve a 1:2 magnification ratio, effectively doubling the size of objects on screen without the need for diopters.
The T2.9 large aperture offers exceptional low-light performance and greater control over depth of field, making it perfect for shooting in various lighting conditions. Lens technology has been dramatically evolving in the past few years and it is impressive that Laowa can pack so much into a lens as compact as this.
The 1.5X constant squeeze ratio delivers the signature anamorphic wide-screen look with minimal distortion, ensuring a consistent and stunning visual experience from wide shots to extreme close-ups.
Ergonomics
- Dual Scale Design: For both imperial and metric measurements, making it easy to use in any environment.
- Unified Gear Position: Ensures compatibility with other Nanomorph S35 lenses, streamlining your workflow.
- Compact Design: Compact body perfect for mobile and rigged set ups
- Mount Options: Arri PL, Sony E, Canon RF+EF, Nikon Z, L mount, and DJI DL
- Lens Support Available: To provide extra stability when working with larger camera rigs.
The lens also features a convenient back-focus adjustment mechanism, ensuring precise calibration for optimal performance.
Cinematic Flare with Color Options
Laowa has introduced three flare color options to suit different lighting conditions and creative preferences:
- Amber Flare: Ideal for shooting in natural light or golden hour, giving your shots a warm, sun-kissed glow.
- Blue Flare: Perfect for achieving a sci-fi or futuristic look with cool, blue flares.
- Silver Flare: A neutral flare that adapts to the light source, offering subtle yet versatile results.
While I think that the silver version is going to be the most popular, it’s great that there are options for filmmakers to choose their own adventure.
Technical Specifications
| LENS | Laowa Nanomorph 60mm Macro |
|---|---|
| Format | S35 (can be used on FF with 1.4x expander) |
| Aperture | T2.9-22 |
| Iris Blades | 13 |
| Squeeze Ratio | 1.5x |
| Max magnification | 1:2 |
| Minimum focus | 24cm/9.45″ |
| Filter Thread | 77mm |
| Weight | 1.07kg/2.36lbs |
Compatibility
For those working with Full Frame sensors, the Nanomorph 60mm is fully compatible with the Laowa 1.4x Full Frame Expander. This accessory allows you to convert the lens into an 84mm Full Frame 1.5X Macro Anamorphic Lens, with only a single stop of aperture lost in the process. The optical performance remains unchanged, including the short 24cm minimum focusing distance. This added flexibility makes the Nanomorph 60mm even more versatile for different sensor sizes and shooting situations. This is especially welcome, given how much jumping around between systems has become. It’s a great way to future-proof your investment.
Conclusion
The Laowa Nanomorph 60mm Macro, although tiny, provides an opportunity to lend power to the intimate details of the world you are capturing in your stories. Whether you are working on a narrative film, music video, or commercial don’t take a step in to experience the creative possibilities when shooting macro.