Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF L Mount, ultra-wide for full frame with nearly distortion-free image, 14 blades, 860 g. Ideal for landscape and architecture.
Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF – Ultra-Wide Prime for Full Frame
The Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF is a manual prime lens with an extreme 12mm wide-angle, optimized for full-frame L-mount cameras. The Zero-D technology delivers nearly distortion-free images, while the f/2.8 aperture performs well in low light.
12mm ultra-wide angle: Captures sweeping scenes perfect for landscape and architecture without converging lines thanks to Zero-D correction.
Fast f/2.8 aperture: Enables low-light shooting and creative depth of field, supported by 14 blades for smooth bokeh.
Compact build: At only about 860 g, it is surprisingly light for an ultra-wide – ideal for travel.
L-mount: Compatible with Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma – manual focus for precise control.
14 diaphragm blades: Provides soft, natural bokeh even at mid-apertures.
What sets the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite apart
The Zero-D optics minimize distortion and chromatic aberrations, keeping architectural lines perfectly straight. The manual focus ring offers smooth movement with precise dampening – ideal for filmmakers and photographers who want full control.
Ideal for...
Landscape, architecture, and astrophotographers who demand maximum image quality and an extreme angle of view. Also great for interiors and tight street scenes. No compromise on sharpness, even wide open.
How to use the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite
Attach the lens to your L-mount camera and focus manually via the generous focus ring. Use the depth of field scale for hyperfocal settings in landscapes. With a 72mm filter thread, you can screw on polarizing or ND filters directly.
Laowa is a brand of Venus Optics, specializing in innovative high-quality lenses, particularly wide-angle and macro. It is known for its Zero-D technology that delivers nearly distortion-free images even on ultra-wide lenses. The lenses cater to demanding photographers and filmmakers seeking unique perspectives.
It is a manual ultra-wide prime lens for full-frame L-mount cameras, featuring nearly distortion-free imaging. It is ideal for landscape, architecture, and astrophotography as well as interiors.
The lens has an L-mount and is compatible with Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma cameras using this mount. It requires manual focusing.
Focal length: 12 mm, max aperture: f/2.8, min aperture: f/22, filter size: 72 mm, weight: approx. 860 g, diaphragm blades: 14, sensor format: full-frame.
The lens comes with front and rear caps and a lens pouch. No tripod collar is included.
The Laowa lens carries a manufacturer's warranty of 36 months.
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