Venus Optics LAOWA Aksen 17.5 mm f/1.7 5-10x Ultra Macro APO
This is a full-frame prime lens for Sony E, covering 17.5 mm and a maximum aperture of f/1.7. Released in 2026, it weighs 570 g. That combination suits macro, landscape and architecture photography.
It is a prime lens designed for full frame cameras. This wide-angle prime lens features a f/1.7 maximum aperture, making it ideal for landscape, architecture, astrophotography, macro, close-up, low-light. The optical design incorporates 17 elements / 12 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.
- f/1.7
- Aperture
- 17.5mm
- Focal
- 570 g
- Weight
- Jul 2026
- Released
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Specification
- Focal length
- 17.5 mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.7
- Minimum aperture
- f/5.6
- Number of diaphragm blades
- 11
- Optical construction
- 17 elements / 12 groups
- Minimum focusing distance
- 0.022 m (0.87 inches)
- Filter size
- 0 mm
- Lens mount
- Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, L-Mount, Nikon F, Canon EF, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds
- Dimensions
- 127.5 x 70.2 mm
- Weight
- 570 g (20.11 oz)
- Lens type
- Prime lens
- Image stabilization
- No
- Max Format size
- Full frame
- Aperture ring
- Yes
- Usage
- Landscape, Architecture, Astrophotography, Macro, Close-up, Low-light
Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 0.3% of the frame width
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