Laowa 15mm f2.0 Zero D – Sony FE
Zero-D
The Laowa 15mm f/2 FE Zero-D Lens for Sony E-mount by Venus Optics is a high-speed, wide-angle prime offering exceptional optical performance. Its rectilinear design effectively minimizes distortion, making it ideal for a variety of applications. With a bright f/2 maximum aperture, this lens excels in astrophotography and low-light conditions, while also enabling shallow depth of field imagery when paired with its close 5.9″ minimum focusing distance. Featuring three extra-low dispersion elements and two aspherical elements, it effectively controls chromatic and spherical aberrations for superior sharpness, clarity, and minimal color fringing. The lens is further enhanced with a Frog Eye Coating to repel dust and moisture, ensuring durability in challenging environmental conditions. Additionally, its manual aperture ring can be de-clicked for smooth, silent adjustments suitable for video recording, and the lens front is threaded to accommodate 72mm screw-in filters, adding versatility to its functionality. |
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FeaturesDesigned for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, the 15mm f/2 ultra wide-angle prime lens offers versatility for both full-frame and APS-C models, providing a 22.5mm equivalent focal length on APS-C cameras. Its fast f/2 maximum aperture is advantageous for astrophotography and low-light shooting, while its rectilinear design minimizes distortion, making it suitable for landscape and architectural photography. The optical construction, comprising three extra-low dispersion elements and two aspherical elements, reduces chromatic and spherical aberrations, ensuring enhanced clarity and color neutrality. Additionally, a Frog Eye Coating repels dust and moisture for added durability in adverse weather conditions. With a manual focus design allowing close focusing down to 5.9″ and a maximum magnification ratio of 1:4, it offers flexibility in capturing detailed close-up shots. The lens features a manual aperture ring that can be ‘de-clicked’ for smooth, silent adjustments, catering to video applications, and employs five straight diaphragm blades for rendering crisp 10-point sun-stars. Despite its ultra-wide design, the lens accepts 72mm screw-in filters on the front, enhancing its versatility in various shooting scenarios. |
