Description

The Venus Optics Laowa 58mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is a full-frame macro lens providing a 40.9º field of view. The model presented here is compatible with cameras equipped with the Sony E mount. The lens offers an apochromatic (APO) system to minimise chromatic aberration and distortion, both in and out of focus. It utilises 3 high quality low dispersion (ED) lenses and 3 Ultra-High Refractive Index lenses. It allows you to adjust the focus from 2x zoom all the way to infinity. It is a great choice for macro photography, product photography or portraits. The lens provides unparalleled sharpness even at twice the magnification.

Main product features

a full-frame lens compatible with cameras equipped with the Sony E bayonet
a great choice for macro photography, product photography or portraits
apochromatic (APO) system to minimise chromatic aberration and distortion
internal focusing system without changing the length of the lens (Internal Focusing)
optical system comprising 14 elements in 11 groups
use of 3 ED (low dispersion) lenses
use of 3 Ultra-High Refractive Index (ED) lenses
unmatched sharpness even at twice the magnification
minimum focusing distance of only 18.5 cm
minimum aperture is f/2.8
a 2:1 reproduction scale providing twice the image magnification
field of view of 40.9º
13-blade aperture allows for circular bokeh at the point of light
offers a standard thread for 67mm diameter filters
decals for the front and rear of the lens included

Double zoom

The Venus Optics Laowa 58 mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO lens for the Sony E allows you to adjust the focus from 2x zoom all the way to infinity. In doing so, the minimum focusing distance is only 18.5 cm. With this performance, you will capture even more detail on your macro subjects. Thanks to its 40.9º field of view, the lens will also be perfect as a “portrait lens”.

Apochromatic optics

The apochromatic optical system offered by the Venus Optics Laowa 58 mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO lens for Sony E is formed by 14 elements arranged in 11 groups. Thoughtful design has made it possible to almost completely eliminate the occurrence of bothersome chromatic aberrations – both in and out of focus. This will significantly reduce the digital processing time of the images taken.

Unparalleled image sharpness

The optical system uses the highest quality materials. 3 ED lenses guarantee a low level of dispersion. However, that is not all. The Venus Optics Laowa 58 mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO lens for Sony E is also distinguished by its ultra-high refraction level. Such performance will ensure stunning detail and adequate contrast from the centre to the edges of frames.

Impressive depth

Compared to many competitors in the macro segment, the Venus Optics Laowa 58 mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO lens for Sony E offers a shorter focal length. This gives your images even more depth. Depending on your artistic vision and the settings you choose, the background can be more visible or impressively blurred. In addition, the 13-blade aperture will provide beautiful circular bokeh in the place of points of light, such as lanterns or coloured lights.

Technology Internal Focusing

Internal Focusing technology makes working with the lens even more comfortable. It ensures that all lens movements take place inside the body. Focus changes do not affect the length of the lens, ensuring optimum stability. Internal Focusing also helps to better protect the unit from dust, which is harder to get inside the body, compared to designs that offer ‘external focusing’.

Specification

model: Venus Optics Laowa 58mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO for Sony E
mount: Sony E
image coverage: full frame
focusing: manual (MF)
field of view: 40.9º
focal length: 58mm
minimum aperture: f/2.8
optical construction: 14 elements in 11 groups (including 3 ED glass elements and 3 ultra-high refractive index lenses)
number of lens blades: f/2.8
number of aperture blades: 13
minimum focusing distance: 18.5 cm
max. reproduction: 2x
filter diameter: Ø67 mm
dimensions: Ø74 mm x 117 mm
weight: 595 g