Venus Laowa 15mm f/4 1:1 Macro

Venus Laowa 15mm f/4 1:1 Macro

Macro lens with macro capabilities for Macro photography, wide-angle photography.

Ultra-wide-angle macro prime lens f/4 e-mount
Macro
Macro
Wide-angle
Wide-angle

Lens Review: Venus Laowa 15mm f/4 1:1 Macro

The Venus Laowa 15mm f/4 1:1 Macro is a unique ultra-wide-angle macro prime lens designed for full-frame cameras across multiple mounts, including Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K, Sony A, Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Micro Four Thirds. It offers a 110° angle of view and a true 1:1 magnification ratio, allowing photographers to capture subjects at life-size while including extensive background details—a feature particularly beneficial for environmental macro photography. The lens features a manual, clickless aperture ring and manual focus design, with a minimum focusing distance of 0.12 meters. Its optical construction includes 12 elements in 9 groups, incorporating 3 high-refractive elements and 1 extra-low dispersion element to minimize aberrations and deliver sharp, high-contrast images. Additionally, the lens includes a shift mechanism with ±6mm adjustment, aiding in perspective correction for architectural photography. Its compact and lightweight build enhances portability, making it a versatile tool for photographers seeking creative wide-angle macro capabilities.

Specifications

Lens type
Ultra-wide-angle macro prime lens
Max Format size
Full Frame
Focal length
15 mm
Image stabilization
No
Lens mount
Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K, Sony A, Sony E, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds
Maximum aperture
f/4
Minimum aperture
f/32
Aperture ring
Yes (manual, clickless)
Number of diaphragm blades
14
Optical construction
12 elements in 9 groups (including 3 high-refractive elements and 1 extra-low dispersion element)
Minimum focusing distance
0.12 m (4.7 inches)
Maximum magnification
1:1
Filter size
77 mm
Dimensions
83.8 mm (length) x 64.7 mm (diameter)
Weight
410 g (14.5 oz)
Weather sealing
No
Usage
macro, wide-angle

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