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Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens (FUJIFILM G)

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Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens (FUJIFILM G)
Key Features
  • Medium Format | f/4.5 to f/22
  • 12mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
  • +/- 8mm of Shift, 360° Rotation
  • Manual Focus Design
Pairing an exceptionally wide field of view with the ability to correct for perspective distortion, the FUJIFILM G-mount Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift from Venus Optics is an ideal lens for architecture and interior applications. The broad 110° angle of view is complemented by an impressive +/- 8mm shift range to compensate for unwanted converging lines and keystone distortion. This shift control is further complemented by a 360° rotation mechanism applying the movements in various directions to suit both horizontal and vertical orientation shooting. Additionally, as part of the Zero-D lens series, this 15mm f/4.5 also renders scenes with a high degree of accuracy and very low distortion.
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Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Overview

Pairing an exceptionally wide field of view with the ability to correct for perspective distortion, the FUJIFILM G-mount Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift from Venus Optics is an ideal lens for architecture and interior applications. The broad 110° angle of view is complemented by an impressive +/- 8mm shift range to compensate for unwanted converging lines and keystone distortion. This shift control is further complemented by a 360° rotation mechanism applying the movements in various directions to suit both horizontal and vertical orientation shooting. Additionally, as part of the Zero-D lens series, this 15mm f/4.5 also renders scenes with a high degree of accuracy and very low distortion.

In terms of optics, two aspherical elements and three extra-low dispersion elements are featured, which reduce both spherical and chromatic aberrations for high sharpness and clarity. An anti-reflective coating also helps to control flare and ghosting for heightened contrast and color rendering. The lens uses a manual focus design for working with subjects as close a 7.9" away and has a fourteen-blade diaphragm for producing subtle 14-point sun stars.

Ultra-wide lens is designed for FUJIFILM G-mount mirrorless cameras.
As part of the Zero-D series, this lens has a rectilinear design that renders subjects with minimal distortion in order to suit architectural, interior, and landscape applications.
Integrated +/- 8mm of shift adjustment helps to correct perspective distortion and eliminate keystone distortion.
Large 65mm-diameter image circle easily covers medium-format sensors without any vignetting.
The shift control works in conjunction with 360° of rotation for applying the shift in various directions, benefitting switching between vertical and horizontal shooting orientations, and the rotation mechanism has click stops at 15° increments for intuitive handling.
Two aspherical elements limit spherical aberrations and distortion for improved sharpness and accurate rendering.
Three extra-low dispersion elements reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing for increased clarity and color neutrality.
Updated antireflective coating suppresses flare and ghosting for improved contrast and color accuracy when working in strong lighting conditions.
Manual focusing design and a minimum focusing distance of 7.9" suits working with close-up subjects.
14-blade diaphragm produces subtle 14-point sun stars and specular highlights when stopped down and photographing point light sources.
Compatible with optional Shift Lens Support for more balanced mounting and to better enable using the lens for shift-type stitched panorama shooting without parallax error.

Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Reviews

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This lens is listed as a zero-D shift lens, but ...

This lens is listed as a zero-D shift lens, but the specs say tilt/shift of 8mm. Does this lens tilt in addition to shift?
Asked by: Jeff
The Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens only has +/- 8mm of Shift. However, the shift control works in conjunction with 360° of rotation for applying the shift in various directions.
Answered by: Yaakov
Date published: 2023-07-31

Where would we find MFT Charts (ideally at ...

Where would we find MFT Charts (ideally at various apertures bc I heard it's quite soft wide open; much better 2 stops down?)
Asked by: Chris
The MFT chart for the Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens for FUJIFILM GFX can be found on the Venus Optics website. Please take a look at the following link: https://bhpho.to/3RcFLQh
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2024-06-04

Dose this lenses have filter holder? Any ...

Dose this lenses have filter holder? Any recommend filter holder?
Asked by: Mongkol
According to Venus Optics Laowa, their website lists the 100mm magnetic zero-d filer holder set as being compatible with both the 15mm f/4.5 and 15mm f/4.5R (red ring) versions of this lens: https://bhpho.to/3yofa8o
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2022-07-06

(15mm Shift) Is the red line the version within ...

(15mm Shift) Is the red line the version within 15 blades?
Asked by: Henry
The Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift for Canon EF with the red ring on the lens has the aperture with 14 blades.
Answered by: Yaakov
Date published: 2023-10-21

is this and EF mount?

is this and EF mount?
Asked by: Henry
The Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift for Canon EF has a Canon EF mount for Canon DSLR cameras.
Answered by: Lawrence C
Date published: 2022-05-25

Is this lens compatible with the Canon R6 Mark ...

Is this lens compatible with the Canon R6 Mark II?
Asked by: Karey
Yes, the Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens for Canon RF Mount is compatible with the Canon R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera.
Answered by: Ejona G
Date published: 2025-02-02

Does this lens come with a hood?

Does this lens come with a hood?
Asked by: jacob
The Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift for L Mount does not include a lens hood.
Answered by: Lawrence C
Date published: 2023-02-10

What is the difference between the 14 blade and 5 ...

What is the difference between the 14 blade and 5 blade versions (aside from number of blades)?
Asked by: Jon
Laowa states that the bokeh is different. The fourteen blade bokeh is rounder and softer, and the starburst is smaller and softer. Laowa has examples on their website.
Answered by: Roger
Date published: 2024-03-25
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