Description
Product Highlights
Maximum ±11mm Shift Capability
Laowa 20mm T4.1 Shift Cine lens offers a maximum shift of ±11mm for full-frame cameras and ±9mm for Vista Vision cameras. This feature allows filmmakers to correct converging lines, ensuring straight, distortion-free architecture and interiors. Whether you’re shooting towering structures or expansive landscapes, this lens maintains perfect perspective without tilting the camera.
Huge Image Circle
The image circle of the 20mm T4.1 is Ø65.2 mm to accommodate the shift function. This lens serves as a new and compelling option for large-format camera users. It covers RED V-Raptor 8K Vista Vision 17:9 (Ø46.31mm), Blackmagic URSA Cine 17K 65 (Ø65mm) & ARRI Alexa 65 (Ø59.86mm).
“Zero-Distortion”
The 20mm T4.1 Shift Cine’s “Zero-D” design ensures minimal distortion, even before shifting, saving you time and effort on post-production.
Close Focusing Distance
With a close focusing distance of 25cm, this lens can capture macro-like shots with stunning detail.
Excellent Sharpness
With top-notch optical design, the lens delivers exceptional sharpness and performs exceptionally in controlling chromatic aberration.

Professional Cine Housing
Interchangeable Mount
This lens can be interchanged with EF, RF, E, Z, and L mount bayonets. This ensures seamless compatibility with a wide range of camera systems, making it a versatile tool for any production.
0.8 Gear Mod
The focus, aperture, and shift rings are equipped with 0.8 mod gears, providing precise control and smooth operation.
Dual Scale
Both metric and imperial scales are printed on the lens, facilitating focus reading in all settings.
Dual Scale
A built-in Ø114mm filter thread for quick installation of filters and matte box.
Specification
Specification
Lens | Laowa 20mm T4.1 Zero-D Shift Cine |
Focal Length | 20mm |
Aperture Range | T4.1 – 22 |
Format | FF & VV |
Image Circle Diameter | Ø 65.21mm |
Angle of View (Full-Frame) | 94.4° |
Shifted Angle of View | 117° |
Aperture Blades | 14 |
Aperture Throw | 100° |
Focus Throw | 51.6° |
Min. Focusing Distance | 25cm |
Focus Indicator | Metric & Imperial (Dual Scale) |
In-focus Driving Mode | MF |
Shift Capability | ±11mm (FF), ±9mm (VV) |
Gear Mod | 0.8M |
Dimensions for Filter Thread | Ø 114mm |
Lens Structure | 16 Elements in 11 Groups |
Dimensions | Ø114mm X 100mm |
Weight | 1140g |
Mounts | ARRI PL, Canon EF, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, L mount |