Venus Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF

Venus Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF

Professional prime lens with advanced optics for Portraits, low-light photography, artistic bokeh.

Standard prime lens f/0.95
Portraits
Portraits
Low-light photography
Low-light photography

Lens Review: Venus Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF

The Venus Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF is a standard prime lens designed for full-frame mirrorless cameras with Sony E, Canon RF, and Nikon Z mounts. Its ultra-fast f/0.95 maximum aperture allows for exceptional low-light performance and the creation of dreamy bokeh, making it ideal for portraits and artistic photography. The lens features an advanced optical design with 13 elements in 9 groups, including 1 aspherical element, 1 extra-low dispersion (ED) element, and 3 ultra-high refractive index (UHR) elements, ensuring sharp, high-contrast images with minimal aberrations. The de-clickable aperture ring provides smooth transitions between aperture settings, catering to both photographers and videographers. With a robust metal construction and internal focusing mechanism, the Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF offers a balance of durability and high performance for creative professionals.

Specifications

Lens type
Standard prime lens
Max Format size
Full Frame
Focal length
45 mm
Image stabilization
No
Lens mount
Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z
Maximum aperture
f/0.95
Minimum aperture
f/16
Aperture ring
Yes (de-clickable)
Number of diaphragm blades
15 (rounded)
Optical construction
13 elements in 9 groups (including 1 aspherical element, 1 ED element, and 3 UHR elements)
Minimum focusing distance
0.5 m (19.7 inches)
Maximum magnification
0.12x
Filter size
72 mm
Dimensions
76.8 mm (diameter) x 110 mm (length)
Weight
835 g (1.84 lbs)
Weather sealing
No
Usage
Portraits, low-light photography, artistic bokeh

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