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Key Features
- L-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 L-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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Shouldn't this lens work with a Canon R6?
Shouldn't this lens work with a Canon R6?
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.
Date published: 2022-06-07
At what focusing distance is it reproducing at ...
At what focusing distance is it reproducing at 1:1 on an M11?
At 1:1, the focusing distance is 0.19m
At 2:1, the focusing distance is 0.163m
Date published: 2023-07-03
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?
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].
Date published: 2022-12-23
why choose this vs the 90? or vice versa?
why choose this vs the 90? or vice versa?
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.
Date published: 2024-11-13
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?
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.
Date published: 2022-03-21
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?
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 ââthe length and weight of the 100 macro will shift the balance of my rig far forward which I could avoid.
Date published: 2024-03-12
Is it possible to use a polarization filter with ...
Is it possible to use a polarization filter with this lens?
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.
Date published: 2024-09-22
Can anyone confirm if this lens will work with ...
Can anyone confirm if this lens will work with Focus Peaking? (in my case, specifically with Nikon) I'm assuming yes but I'd like to confirm. Thanks!
Yes, any lens without electronic contacts or simply set to manual mode will allow Nikon Z-mount cameras to displayed peaking when this option is turned on in the custom setting menu.
Date published: 2023-07-03