Venus Laowa 19mm F/2.8 Zero-D GFX

Venus Laowa 19mm F/2.8 Zero-D GFX

Wide-angle prime with bright aperture for Landscape, architecture.

Ultra-wide-angle prime lens f/2.8 gfx-mount
Architecture
Architecture
Landscape
Landscape

Lens Review: Venus Laowa 19mm F/2.8 Zero-D GFX

The Venus Laowa 19mm f/2.8 Zero-D GFX is an ultra-wide-angle prime lens designed specifically for Fujifilm GFX medium format cameras. With a 110° angle of view, it offers an expansive perspective ideal for capturing landscapes, architectural interiors, and night skies. The 'Zero-D' designation indicates close-to-zero distortion, ensuring straight lines remain straight, which is particularly beneficial for architectural photography. The bright f/2.8 maximum aperture allows for excellent low-light performance and depth of field control. The lens features a manual aperture ring and manual focus design, with a minimum focusing distance of 0.18 meters, enabling close-up wide-angle shots. Its compact and lightweight build enhances portability, making it a convenient choice for photographers on the go.

Specifications

Lens type
Ultra-wide-angle prime lens
Max Format size
Medium Format (Fujifilm GFX)
Focal length
19 mm
Image stabilization
No
Lens mount
Fujifilm G
Maximum aperture
f/2.8
Minimum aperture
f/22
Aperture ring
Yes (manual)
Number of diaphragm blades
5
Optical construction
12 elements in 10 groups (including 2 aspherical elements and 3 extra-low dispersion elements)
Minimum focusing distance
0.18 m (7.09 inches)
Maximum magnification
0.185x
Filter size
77 mm
Dimensions
80 mm (length) x 82.6 mm (diameter)
Weight
546 g (1.20 lbs)
Weather sealing
No
Usage
architecture, landscape

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Historic cathedral of Saints Pietro and Marco in Alessandria, Italy: interior

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Historic cathedral of Saints Pietro and Marco in Alessandria, Italy: interior

Historic cathedral of Saints Pietro and Marco in Alessandria, Italy: interior

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Historic palace hosting the Conservatorio Antonio Vivaldi in Alessandria, Italy

Historic palace hosting the Conservatorio Antonio Vivaldi in Alessandria, Italy

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Historic cathedral of Saints Pietro and Marco in Alessandria, Italy: interior

Historic cathedral of Saints Pietro and Marco in Alessandria, Italy: interior

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Historic cathedral of Saints Pietro and Marco in Alessandria, Italy: interior

Historic cathedral of Saints Pietro and Marco in Alessandria, Italy: interior

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Historic cathedral of Saints Pietro and Marco in Alessandria, Italy: interior

Historic cathedral of Saints Pietro and Marco in Alessandria, Italy: interior

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Historic cathedral of Saints Pietro and Marco in Alessandria, Italy: interior

Historic cathedral of Saints Pietro and Marco in Alessandria, Italy: interior

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