Venus Optics have just introduced their newest lens, the Laowa 8-16mm f3.5-5 Zoom CF. This compact, super wide-angle zoom lens offers a field of view ranging from 82.8 degrees to 120.9 degrees. Designed specifically for mirrorless cameras, this could be a great lens for capturing creative wide-angle shots. So let’s take a closer look at this super wide-angle zoom lens! Laowa just released their Laowa Aurogon FF 10-50X NA0.5 Supermicro APO lenses – some serious microscopic lenses for FF – and now they’re already back with a super wide-angle zoom. Tailored specifically for mirrorless cameras, this lens boasts a compact and lightweight design, tipping the scales at just 463 grams (1.02 pounds) without its lens hood or front and rear caps. Its lightweight construction makes it perfect for travel, and if you’re looking for a versatile, budget-friendly lens to have some serious fun with then the Laowa 8-16mm f/3.5-5 Zoom CF lens might be a good choice. The Laowa 8-16mm is compact and sturdy. Image source: Laowa Much like the rest of Laowa’s wide-angle lens lineup, the Laowa 8-16mm f3.5-5 Zoom CF offers excellent control over optical distortion. It performs exceptionally well in close-range focusing, with a minimum distance of just 20cm. Maximum magnification is 0.125X. The housing is constructed from metal. Attach filters for a variety of effects. Image source: Laowa 86mm filter thread for additional filters The manual focus lens is composed of 16 elements arranged in 12 groups, incorporating two aspherical and two ED elements. The 5-blade...
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Published By: CineD - Thursday, 12 October, 2023
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