Venus Optics has announced the launch of the Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts.
Following on the from the Sony E mount version released last summer, the Nikon and Canon versions are now available from B&H Photo for $449. Venus Optics is proud to mention that the Canon EF and Nikon F-mount versions were recently awarded “Best DSLR Macro Lens” by the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA).
- Angle of view: 24.4°
- Aperture range: f/2.8 to 22
- Lens Structure: 12 elements in 10 groups
- Aperture Blades: 13
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 9.72” (24.7cm) (2x magnification)
- Maximum Magnification: 2:1 (2x)
- Filter Thread: 67 mm
- Diameter: 2.83 ” (72 mm)
- Length: 6.1 “ (155 mm)
- Weight: 1.4 lb (650 g)
While most telephoto macro lenses typically focus at 1:1, the Loawa 100mm f/2.8 lens also offers 2:1. In addition, it can also focus to infinity, making it a viable option for product and portrait photography.
Venus Optics explains that chromatic aberration has been controlled thanks to the use of two extra-low dispersion elements. To find out more information and see sample images, check out the Venus Lens website.
Photo by Emanuele Biggi provided by Venus Optics.
With macro photography being suddenly popular, this could make a relatively affordable addition to your lens line-up. Will you be investing? Leave a comment below.
