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Venus Optics Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens (Leica M)

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Venus Optics Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens (Leica M)
Key Features
  • M-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/5.6 to f/22
  • Apochromatic Design, Three ED Elements
  • 2:1 Maximum Magnification
Super compact and super close focusing, the Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO, from Venus Optics, is a short-tele prime offering an impressive 2:1 reproduction ratio for high-magnification macro shooting. Beyond close-focusing, high-magnification performance, this Leica M-mount lens is also distinguished by its sleek and lightweight design and its ability to focus to infinity, making it a versatile choice for walk-around use and portrait subjects, as well.
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At what focusing distance is it reproducing at ...

At what focusing distance is it reproducing at 1:1 on an M11?
Asked by: Louis
At 1:1, the focusing distance is 0.19m At 2:1, the focusing distance is 0.163m
Answered by: David B
Date published: 2023-07-03

Laowa 85mm f/5.6 macro lens m mount how well does ...

Laowa 85mm f/5.6 macro lens m mount how well does it woerk with an adaptor if want to use wit Fuji, Sony and Leica L mount have all 3 and ddwant m mount if can use for all 3?
Asked by: Thomas
The Venus Optics Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens (Leica M) can work very well with the appropriate adapter for each of those camera systems.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2022-03-21

Is it possible to use a polarization filter with ...

Is it possible to use a polarization filter with this lens?
Asked by: Christine
Yes, the Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens uses a 46mm filter thread. You can get a 46mm polarizing filter and it will work.
Answered by: Stephen M
Date published: 2024-09-22

Is the Leica M version rangefinder coupled (above ...

Is the Leica M version rangefinder coupled (above 0.7m of course)?
Asked by: Patrick
No, the Venus Optics Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens (Leica M) is not rangefinder coupled.
Answered by: Yaakov
Date published: 2024-01-05

Shouldn't this lens work with a Canon R6?

Shouldn't this lens work with a Canon R6?
Asked by: Sharon
Yes, the Venus Optics Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens (Canon RF) is full frame and has a RF mount. It should work with most RF mount cameras like the R6.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2022-06-07

If the lens needs warranty service, do I have to ...

If the lens needs warranty service, do I have to send it to Hong Kong?
Asked by: William
For more information regarding warranty service on this Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens, you may e-mail the manufacturer to [email protected].
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2022-12-23

why choose this vs the 90? or vice versa?

why choose this vs the 90? or vice versa?
Asked by: Patrick
The 85mm is much smaller and lighter weight than the 90mm. Dimensions (ø x L) 2.1 x 3.2" / 53 x 81 mm, Weight 10.3 oz / 291 g vs the 90mm Dimensions (ø x L) 2.9 x 4.7" / 74 x 120 mm Weight 21.8 oz / 619 g. But the 90mm is better for low light and better bokeh.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2024-11-13

I'm looking for a macro lens to use for video on ...

I'm looking for a macro lens to use for video on a motion control rig using a focus motor. Would this be a suitable lens to use?
Asked by: Bret
OK, thanks, but wondering why you think it wouldn't be a good choice? because of the lack of focus gears or another technical reason? I was attracted to it for it's size and light weight ––the length and weight of the 100 macro will shift the balance of my rig far forward which I could avoid.
Answered by: Bret
Date published: 2024-03-12
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