Venus Optics LAOWA 100 mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift 1x Macro
Venus Dec 2024
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Venus Optics LAOWA 100 mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift 1x Macro

This is a full-frame prime lens for Sony E, covering 100 mm and a maximum aperture of f/2.8. Released in 2024, it weighs 1215 g. That combination suits macro and portrait photography.

It is a short telephoto prime lens designed for full frame mirrorless cameras. This versatile lens combines macro photography with tilt-shift capabilities, making it ideal for portrait, events, macro, close-up, architecture, and product photography. The lens features a fast f/2.8 maximum aperture for excellent low-light performance and beautiful background blur. The optical design incorporates 13 elements in 10 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. The tilt-shift mechanism allows for perspective control and extended depth of field adjustments, making it a powerful tool for architectural and product photography.

f/2.8
Aperture
100mm
Focal
1215 g
Weight
Dec 2024
Released
launch price
$1,249
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Good for macroportrait
Events Close-up Architecture Product
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Focal length
100 mm
Maximum aperture
f/2.8
Minimum aperture
f/22
Number of diaphragm blades
15
Optical construction
13 elements / 10 groups
Minimum focusing distance
0.32 m
Filter size
77 mm
Lens mount
Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm G, L-Mount
Dimensions
162 x 85 mm
Weight
1215 g
Lens type
Prime lens
Image stabilization
No
Max Format size
Full frame
Usage
Portrait, Events, Macro, Close-up, Architecture, Product

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 5.2% of the frame width

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Sample frames

Shot on the Venus Optics LAOWA 100 mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift 1x Macro
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01 000223 by jimmymarz819
Grand fourmilion
02 Grand fourmilion by g.cordel
00003889
03 00003889 by jimmymarz819
Mélitée orangée
04 Mélitée orangée by g.cordel
0000123
05 0000123 by jimmymarz819
Storm Watching
06 Storm Watching by brian.bemmels
Mylabre à quatre points
07 Mylabre à quatre points by g.cordel
Surprise
08 Surprise by Ivona & Eli
"Danger, Will Robinson!"
09 "Danger, Will Robinson!" by noel upfield
20210926_PXL4193-Edit
10 20210926_PXL4193-Edit by noel upfield
A male Grass spider
11 A male Grass spider by noel upfield
Hanging On
12 Hanging On by dtim302
flesh fly
13 flesh fly by dtim302
Lys martagon
14 Lys martagon by g.cordel
The Eastern Spiny-tailed Gecko (Strophurus williamsi)
15 The Eastern Spiny-tailed Gecko (Strophurus williamsi) by Rob Valentic - Gondwana Reptile Productions
Plécoptère
16 Plécoptère by g.cordel
Die Blaue Federlibelle
17 Die Blaue Federlibelle by Peter L.98
Tabac d'Espagne
18 Tabac d'Espagne by g.cordel
Soaked to the exoskeleton
19 Soaked to the exoskeleton by noel upfield
Seven-spotted ladybug (Coccinella septempunctata)
20 Seven-spotted ladybug (Coccinella septempunctata) by noel upfield
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Video reviews

3 on YouTube
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