Venus Optics has officially unveiled and started selling the new Laowa 85mm F5.6 Ultra Macro APO manual macro lens for Sony, Nikon, Canon and Leica M mirrorless cameras. Photos, optical layout and lens specifications have been published.
MTF plots and optical design
Laowa 85mm F5.6 Ultra Macro APO Specifications
| Sensor format: | full frame |
| Focal length: | 85 mm |
| Bayonets: | Sony FE, Nikon Z, Canon RF and Leica M |
| Maximum aperture: | F5.6 |
| Optical design: | 9 elements in 13 groups |
| Special optical elements: | 3 extra fine |
| Diaphragm: | 7-petal |
| Minimum focusing distance: | 16.3 cm |
| Viewing angle: | 28.55 ° |
| Maximum magnification: | x2 |
| Focusing: | manual |
| Focusing mechanism: | interior |
| Filter thread diameter: | 46 mm |
| Dimensions: | Ø53 x 81 mm (Sony E) |
| Weight (with two covers and hood): | 310g (Canon RF), 314g (Nikon Z), 291g (Sony FE), 289g (Leica M) |
Sample photos
What are the prices?
The lens is already available to order from Venus Optics for $ 449 (for Canon RF, Nikon Z, Sony E) and $ 499 (for Leica M).
