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Venus Optics Laowa 65mm f/2.8 Ultra Macro 2x APO Lens for Sony E FUJIFILM X Canon EF-M Nikon Z Cameras

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Regular price $349.99
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Venus Optics Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro Overview
Close-focusing, apochromatic, and compact, the Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO from Venus Optics is a sleek telephoto prime designed for APS-C-format Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. Its macro design enables a greater-than-life-size 2:1 maximum magnification along with a 6.7'' minimum focusing distance to suit working with close subjects. In regard to the optics, it uses three extra-low dispersion elements to greatly reduce color fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to achieve a high degree of clarity and color accuracy. Additionally, it is a manual focus lens, with an internal focusing design, and has a nine-blade diaphragm to contribute to a smooth bokeh quality to suit shallow depth of field applications.
  • Telephoto prime is designed for APS-C-format Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras and provides a 97.5mm equivalent focal length.
  • Featuring an apochromatic designation, this lens uses three 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 6.7'' minimum focusing 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.
  • Internal focusing maintains the overall length of the lens during use for easier use, especially when working with nearby subjects.
  • A nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.

Venus Optics Laowa 65mm F/2.8 2x Ultra Macro Specs

Focal Length

65mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 97.5mm)

Maximum Aperture

f/2.8

Minimum Aperture

f/22

Lens Mount

Sony E

Lens Format Coverage

APS-C

Angle of View

24.4°

Minimum Focus Distance

6.69'' / 17 cm

Maximum Magnification

2x

Macro Reproduction Ratio

2:1

Optical Design

14 Elements in 10 Groups

Diaphragm Blades

9

Focus Type

Manual Focus

Image Stabilization

No

Filter Size

52 mm (Front)

Dimensions (ø x L)

2.24 x 3.94'' / 57 x 100 mm

Weight

11.82 oz / 335 g

Packaging Info

Package Weight

1.465 lb

Box Dimensions (LxWxH)

6.3 x 4.4 x 4.1''

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The 65mm f/2.8 2X macro APO is the 1st macro lens that Venus Optics designs for APS-C cameras. Most of the contenders magnifies 1.5X at most, nut Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X macro gives greater magnification effect and creates up to 2X life-size images.

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2X macro magnification

The lens offers a 2:1 maximum magnification ratio along with a minimum focusing distance of 6.7”(17cm). Different from traditional macro lenses, this 65 mm lens can focus from infinity to 2X magnification, making it an ideal option to tackle all kinds of macro photography scenarios. The wide magnification range is essential for shooting insects and plants at different sizes.

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Outstanding sharpness, color and clarity

Optimized for APS-C systems, the resulting images deliver stunning details and contrast from centre to corner even when using a wide open aperture. This professional prime lens delivers exceptional resolution and sharpness.

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Light & compact

Weighted 11.8oz (335g), this remarkably light, compact and versatile lens serves as an exceptional complement to APS-C cameras. The small lens barrel allows user to hold the camera and adjust the focus with ease.  Also, the internal focus design to maintain the overall lens length during use. It is a great tool for  both leisure and professional photography. Due to its lightweight and compactness, macro lovers will find it a great companion for ecological photography while travelling.

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Apochromatic optical design

Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X macro’s optical design incorporates 3 Extra-low Dispersion glasses to minimize chromatic aberrations across the frame. The lens has  inherited the excellent APO design from Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X macro and can eliminate both lateral and longitudinal chromatic aberrations in frame, meaning that chromatic aberration at both ‘in-focus’ & ‘out-of-focus’ area is almost invisible to bare eyes.

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