Venus Optics Laowa 10mm f/2.8 for Sony FE and Nikon Z, Canon RF, L-Mount
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When I tested the Venus Optics Laowa 12mm f/2.8, I was impressed with the low optical distortion. Not so much the sharpness in outer zones.
A 10mm focal length is seriously wide with a 130° field of view—I enjoy 12mm with the Sony FE 12-24mmf/2.8 GM (122°) but 10mm really stretches it significantly.
I’ll test the 10mm f/2.8 and see if it can yield good sharpness over the frame. Laowa has been careful to show only low-res sample images and no distortion chart (why?). MTF chart for the 10/2.8 looks promising, better than the 12mm f/2.8, but I dont’t trust such charts vs real lenses.
Just announced today and shipping soon.
About $799 Venus Optics Laowa 10mm f/2.8
Specifications
Venus Optics Laowa 10mm f/28 at VenusLens.net
- Full-Frame
- f/2.8 to f/22
- Lightweight Wide-Angle Prime
- Manual Focus Design
- Three Extra-Low Dispersion Elements
- Two Aspherical Elements
- 77mm Filter Thread
- Available with either 5-blade or 14-blade aperture
Description
Distinguished by its rectilinear manual focus design, the Laowa 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF Manual Focus Lens from Venus Optics pairs an impressively wide perspective with a bright aperture, making it apt for capturing landscapes, architecture, and nature.
Is 130° angle of view allows you unique perspectives and enables you to fit everything you need in your frame. Low image distortion is made possible by Laowa's signature Zero-D feature which helps ensure straighter lines, even in the corners of your images. With its 5-bladed aperture, this lens produces a unique 10-point sunstar effect, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your images.
Zero-D Optical Correction
Laowa's Zero-D feature allows you to capture scenes without dramatic distortion and curvature. Not only does this save you time in post-production, but it gives you a preview of your images without distortion in real time.
Lens Construction
Weighing less than 1 lb, this lens won't slow you down while shooting and is perfect for traveling with. Two aspherical elements and three extra-low dispersion elements contribute to sharpening image quality and ensuring reduced optical aberrations. The manual focus design permits working with subjects as close as 4.7" away.
Built-In Filter Thread
Unlike many ultra-wide-angle lenses, the Laowa 10mm f/2.8 features a built-in 77mm filter thread for attaching various lens filters.
