Venus Optics has announced a slightly updated version of the Laowa 15mm F4.5R Zero-D Shift lens. In addition to minor changes in the specifications, the number of options that differ in mountings has been increased. Interestingly, the Fujifilm GFX mount version offers both the original version of the lens, which features a blue ring, and […]
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Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift lens introduced
As expected, Venus Optics today unveiled the Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift lens, which was previewed last week. This is an ultra-wide-angle shift lens that can be used with full-frame and medium format cameras. In the first case, a shift is available in the range of ±11 mm, in the second – in the range […]
Laowa Argus 25mm f/0.95 MFT APO lens introduced
Venus Optics has unveiled the Laowa Argus 25mm f/0.95 MFT APO lens. These are Micro Four Thirds systems with manual focus and manual iris control. Its merits include “outstanding optical performance” and an apochromatic optical design that minimizes chromatic aberration. In the description of the lens, a shallow depth of field is noted, provided by […]
Laowa Expands Micro Four Thirds Cine Lens Series with Four Models
Venus Optics announced the release of four models of cinema lenses, which are offered as one and as part of two sets of three. Three of the four models are based on existing photography lenses. These are the Laowa 10mm T2.1 Zero-D MFT Cine, 17mm T1.9 MFT Cine and 50mm T2.9 Macro APO MFT Cine […]
Laowa 85mm F5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO lens now available in L mount
Venus Optics has announced the release of a new version of the Laowa 85mm F5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO lens. It is designed for L-mount cameras. Preliminary information about the intention of Venus Optics to introduce this option appeared a few days ago. This interesting full-frame macro model with manual focus and manual iris control […]
Laowa Argus 45mm f / 0.95 FF lens introduced
Venus Optics has unveiled the Laowa Argus 45mm f / 0.95 FF full-frame lens, which takes its place alongside the Argus 35mm f / 0.95 FF and 33mm f / 0.95 CF APO. According to the manufacturer, this is “an exceptional normal lens”, which is characterized by “shallow depth of field, close to the human […]
Laowa 85mm F5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO macro lens presented
As expected, Venus Optics has unveiled the 85mm F5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO lens, the first image of which appeared the day before. According to the manufacturer, it is the world’s smallest double macro lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras. Its diameter is 53 mm, and its length is 81 mm. An important feature of the […]
Venus Optics launches triple-lens options with Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts
Venus Optics has announced three new lens variants. These are the 24mm F14 2x Macro Probe, 4mm F2.8 Fisheye and 9mm F2.8 Zero-D models. Starting November 5, they will be available with Canon RF and Nikon Z mounts. Technical specifications, excluding those determined by mount design, remain the same as previously available options. The full-frame […]
Laowa Argus 35mm f / 0.95 FF lens introduced
As planned, Venus Optics today unveiled the Laowa Argus 35mm f / 0.95 FF lens. This is a full frame lens designed for mirrorless cameras. It focuses manually. The lens will be offered in three versions, with Nikon Z, Sony E and Canon RF mounts. The lens description indicates the shallow depth of field provided […]
Seven Laowa lenses now available in new variants
Chinese lens maker Venus Optics has announced that seven models from the Laowa brand are now available in new variants, with different mounts than those already available. They are all designed for mirrorless cameras. Depending on the lens, these are options with Nikon Z, Canon RF, L and Canon EOS-M mounts. For example, the Laowa […]