Lens Recommendations
Wave uses a passive, locking lens mount compatible with E-mount lenses and adapters. There is no electrical connection to the lens, so lenses with electronic focus or aperture control are not supported. Sony E-mount lenses with electronic focus or aperture control are not compatible with Wave: With no power input, the lens elements move on their own. Likewise, there is no autofocus.
Wave is intended for use with manual lenses that cover a S35 sensor. Faster lenses (with lower wide-open f-number or T-stop) are preferable for shooting at high frame rates, where more light is needed.
Because of its short flange focal distance, E-mount can be readily adapted to almost any other mount. Some good lens options for Wave are listed below with sample videos shot on Wave, if available.
Lens | Adapter | Features | Sample Video |
Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D | - | Wide Angle | |
Canon FD 50mm f/1.4 | FD to E-mount | Low Cost | |
Irix Cine 150mm T3.0 Macro | - | 1:1 Macro | |
Canon CN-E Cine Primes | EF to E-mount | Fast Primes | |
Fujinon MK 18-55 T2.9 | - | Zoom | |
Fujinon MK 50-135 T2.9 | - | Zoom | |
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