Characterized by its close-focusing capabilities and apochromatic design, the Leica L-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 suits its macro capabilities, which permit working with subjects as close as 2:1 with a minimum focusing distance of 9.7".

Open Box Products Have a Limited 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty    L-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22    Two Low Dispersion Elements    Maximum Magnification: 2:1    Minimum Focusing Distance: 9.7"    Manual Focus Design

Telephoto prime is designed for full-frame Leica L-mount mirrorless cameras and 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, aids in precise focusing control.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is it's filter thread size? Is it 67 mm, like their lens made for Sony cameras?

A: Yes, that lens uses a 67mm filter thread.

Q: 2. Does TTL function works on this lens?

A: Yes, the metering in the camera will work but the aperture setting will not show in the viewfinder.

Q: 3. Does the Canon EOS R recognize the EF version as a full frame lens with the adapter or does it go into crop mode?

A: The EOS R, recognizes this lens as full frame.

Q: 4. Will this lens work on a canon 5d mk2 ?

A: Yes, it will work on a 5DMK2.

Q: 5. When handling this lens, I hear something small rolling/rattling around inside. Is this normal behavior for this variation of lens?

A: The rolling sound coming from the inside are completely normal on the Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens for Nikon F. This sound comes from the aperture mechanism buil in this lens.

Q: 6. I am thinking of using this lens with my canon Eos R to scan negatives, is it a good option?

A: Yes, the Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon RF would be a good option to scan negatives using your EOS R.

Q: 7. Any idea what type of flash that actually works with this lens? I heard many flashes won't fire or won't expose correctly because it's a fully manual lens without electronic contacts

A: Being that the lens is totally manual, you would need a flash unit that has a zoom head and the ability to adjust that head manual to match the focal length of the lens. Additionally, you may need to control the flash in manual mode as well.

Q: 8. Can this lens focus to Infinity? Or is it only for macro work?

A: Yes, this lens can focus to infinity. This means that you can use the lens for macro work and normal photography. Just be aware that this lens is fully manual.

Q: 9. Dose this lens fit and suitable to Sony a6500?

A: Hi--this lens is compatible and suitable for the Sony a6500.

Q: 10. Is this lease compatible with a Canon 80D?

A: Yes, the Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon EF (Auto Aperture) will mount onto the Canon 80d, but does not maintain autofocus.