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Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro… Overview
By Photo’s Matt Cottom
Characterized by its close-focusing capabilities and apochromatic design, the Pentax K-mount Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO from Venus Optics is a unique and versatile short-telephoto prime. Featuring a pair of low dispersion elements, color fringing and chromatic aberrations have been virtually eliminated throughout the focusing range in order to achieve high clarity and color accuracy. The lens has a manual focus design to suit its macro capabilities, which permit working with subjects as close as 2:1 with a minimum focusing distance of 9.7″.
Telephoto prime is designed for full-frame Pentax K-mount cameras, however can also be used with APS-C models where it will provide a 150mm equivalent focal length. Featuring an apochromatic designation, this lens uses a pair of low dispersion elements to effectively eliminate chromatic aberrations and color fringing for greater clarity and accurate rendering. Greater-than-life-size 2:1 maximum magnification pairs with a 9.7″ minimum focusing distance to suit working with close-up subjects. Manual focus design, along with focus distance and depth of field scales, aid in precise focusing control.
In the Box
- Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens for Pentax K
- Front Lens Cap
- Rear Lens Cap
- Lens Hood
- 67mm Clear Filter
Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro… Specs
Focal Length | 100mm |
Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 |
Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
Lens Mount | Pentax K |
Lens Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
Angle of View | 24.4 |
Minimum Focus Distance | 9.72″ / 24.7cm |
Maximum Magnification | 2x |
Macro Reproduction Ratio | 2:1 |
Optical Design | 12 Elements in 10 Groups |
Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Image Stabilization | No |
Filter Size | 67 mm (Front) |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 2.645 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 9 x 5.5 x 5″ |
Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro… Reviews
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