Designed for full-frame cameras, this new Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF lens from Venus Optics is set to offer a 122° angle of view and virtually zero distortion. It will also feature a fast f/2.8 aperture that will help enhance its low-light performance and create pleasing bokeh for your photo and video shots.
Compact and capable of being paired with all types of setups, this Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Lens will support autofocus for both Sony E and Nikon Z mounts, making it an intriguing option for full-frame Sony and Nikon shooters looking for a hybrid, natural, wide-angle lens for their diverse projects.
Introducing the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Lens
Tailored to help shooters capture natural, wide-angle images with minimal distortion, this Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D MF Lens from Venus Optics is set to pair its Zero-D design with an ultra-wide, 122° field of view.
As a 12mm lens, it should further provide outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness across broad compositions, making it an ideal choice for landscape, architecture, and real estate photography.
Plus, when pointed at strong light sources, the five-blade iris will be able to create a striking 10-point sun-star effect, lending images a unique visual element.
Compact and Lightweight Design
Featuring a compact and lightweight design that keeps rigs manageable, the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Lens will also feature a maximum aperture of f/2.8 that should really help create some pleasing bokeh in out-of-focus areas, while the minimum aperture of f/22 maximizes detail, capturing scenes with lifelike accuracy.
The lens will feature an ultra-wide 122° field of view with minimal distortion and edge-to-edge sharpness and will have an aperture range of f/2.8 to f/22 that should further benefit low-light photography and enable precise depth control.
Autofocus support with a minimum focus distance of 5.5" is included as well, and its compact form factor of 3 x 3.1" will be ideal for mirrorless cameras. Plus, with a weight of just 0.8 lbs, this Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Lens should be easy to use for handheld or small rigs.
Credit: Venus Optics
Price and Availability
The Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Lens is out and available for preorder now, with units expected to start shipping later this summer. Here are the full specs and purchase options.
- Full-Frame | f/2.8 to f/22 Aperture
- Lightweight Wide-Angle Prime
- 5-Blade Iris | 10-Point Sun-Star Effect
- Autofocus Support | 5.5" Close Focus
- 122° FOV with Low Distortion
- 72mm Front Filter Thread
Venus Optics Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D AF Lens
Capture natural, wide-angle images with minimal distortion using this Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D MF Lens from Venus Optics.
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