Distinguished by its close-focusing capabilities, the Laowa 50mm f2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO from Venus Optics is a 100mm-equivalent prime lens designed Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras. Offering an impressive 2:1 greater-than-life-size maximum magnification, along with a 5.3" minimum focusing distance, this lens excels with close-up subject matter. Designated an apochromat, the optical design incorporates a series of extra-low dispersion elements To control color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order To achieve high clarity and accurate color rendering. Additionally, the lens features a manual focus design, a seven-blade diaphragm, and incorporates a CPU for Exif data transfer and To permit camera-based aperture control.
Portrait-length prime is designed for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras and provides a 100mm equivalent focal length.
Featuring an apochromatic designation, this lens uses a trio of extra-low dispersion elements To effectively eliminate chromatic aberrations and color fringing for greater clarity and accurate rendering.
Greater-than-life-size 2:1 maximum magnification pairs with a 5.3" minimum focusing distance, and 2.2" minimum working distance, To suit working with close-up subjects.
Manual focus design, along with focus distance and depth of field scales, aids in precise focusing control.
A seven-blade diaphragm contributes To a pleasing bokeh quality.
Integrated CPU permits camera-based aperture control and also transfers Exif data from the lens To the camera.
Focal Length | 50mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 100mm) |
Maximum Aperture | f2.8 |
Minimum Aperture | f22 |
Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
format Compatibility | Micro Four Thirds |
Angle of View | 24 |
Minimum Focus Distance | 5.31" / 13.5 cm |
Maximum Magnification | 2x |
Macro Reproduction Ratio | 2:1 |
Optical Design | 14 Elements in 10 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Image Stabilization | No |
Filter Size | 49 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ƒ¸ x L) | 2.11 x 3.11" / 53.5 x 79 mm |
Weight | 8.47 oz / 240 g |