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Offering dynamic distortion, a bright maximum aperture, and a wide angle of view, the Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens from Venus Optics is a full-frame zoom lens designed for bold perspectives and artistic expression. The constant f/2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range and close minimum focusing distance of 6.3" make the lens an ideal tool for injecting some verve into landscapes, action sports, portraits, and more.
Offering dynamic distortion, a bright maximum aperture, and a wide angle of view, the Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens from Venus Optics is a full-frame zoom lens designed for bold perspectives and artistic expression. The constant f/2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range and close minimum focusing distance of 6.3" make the lens an ideal tool for injecting some verve into landscapes, action sports, portraits, and more.
Dual Fisheye Effect
Unique to the Laowa 8-15mm zoom, the lens offers a dual fisheye effect, with a dramatic circular fisheye at 8mm and a full-frame rectangular fisheye at 15mm.
Additional Details
Broad, 180° angle of view delivers edge-to-edge clarity without sacrificing image quality, ideal for 360° panoramas and astrophotography
Compact and lightweight for a fisheye lens with a constant f/2.8 aperture, benefitting on-the-go content creation for vloggers and drone-based creators
The minimum close focusing distance of 6.3" and large maximum aperture offer unique possibilities in close-up photography with pronounced subject separation and bokeh effects
Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 Specs
Focal Length
8 to 15mm
Aperture
Maximum: f/2.8 Minimum: f/22
Lens Mount
Nikon Z
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
180° to 175°
Minimum Focus Distance
6.3" / 0.16 m
Magnification
1:4.3 Macro Reproduction Ratio 0.23x Magnification
Optical Design
13 Elements in 9 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades
9
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Image Stabilization
No
Dimensions
ø: 3 x L: 3.7" / ø: 76.4 x L: 94.5 mm
Weight
1.4 lb / 650 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.3 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.3 x 5.8 x 5.4"
Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 Reviews
Lens failed on first day in the field at Arches National Park
By Michael
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2026-04-23
I have mostly purchased Sony E-Mount G lenses, and prior to that a full Nikon kit, I have never owned a third-party lens. This lens had great reviews and I was quite excited. When first mounted, I noted some wobbling. When I examined it, it was loose between the Zoom and the Aperture rings. I had the lens about 45 days, BH Photo deferred me to Laowa / Venus for service since I was outside of the return window. I am now sending in for warranty replacement - we shall see.
Representation another world
By Eiichi
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2025-11-26
This is great lens. The focus is sharp and distortion-free all the way to the edges. I'm very satisfied. It's a shame that the shutter speed and f-stop information isn't displayed in the viewfinder and there's no autofocus, but at this price, it can't be helped. When shooting with the 8mm lens, the edges sometimes glow blue.
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Is it auto aperture?
Is it auto aperture?
Asked by: David
The Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens has a manual aperture ring. There are no electronic features in this lens.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-08-17
Any filter capabilities?
Any filter capabilities?
Asked by: chris
The Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens (Sony E) (B&H# VE815FE) does not offer any attachment points for filters, whether front or rear. The angle of view would result in any filter or matte box that might be attached to the front of the lens causing vignetting. Having said that, there are in-body filters available for use with some cameras such as the Kase ND8 Clip-In Filter for Select Sony Alpha Cameras (B&H# KAND8SA).
Answered by: Yoni S
Date published: 2025-06-24
Is there a product picture with the lens cap or ...
Is there a product picture with the lens cap or hood?
Asked by: Fabian
The Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens does not have a lens hood and the manufacturer did not provide photos showing the cap.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-06-09
Is this an f-theta (aka equidistant) fisheye ...
Is this an f-theta (aka equidistant) fisheye lens?
Asked by: Sean
The Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens (Canon RF) is not an f-theta lens; it is a standard fisheye lens designed for photo and video, not for scientific applications.
Answered by: Andrea B
Date published: 2025-07-24
Will it autofocus?
Will it autofocus?
Asked by: Fabian
No, the Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens (Canon RF) has a manual focus design, and it will not autofocus.
