Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO FF Lens

The Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO FF Lens combines exceptional magnification capabilities with versatile focal length in an impressively compact design. This specialized optic achieves true 2:1 reproduction while maintaining full-frame coverage and allows up to infinity focus, making it equally adept at extreme close-ups, portraiture, and general photography.

Key Specifications

• Lens Mount(s): Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z or L mount
  
• Sensor Coverage: Full Frame
  
• Focal Length (FoV): 90mm (27º)
  
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
  
• Aperture Blades: 13-blade
  
• Focus Type: Manual
  
• Maximum Magnification: 2X
  
• Minimum Focus Distance: 20.5cm / 8.07"
  
• Filter Thread: 67mm
  
• Dimensions: Ø74 x 120mm / Ø2.91 x 4.72"
  
• Weight: 619g / 1.36lbs

Engineered specifically for mirrorless systems, this lens achieves remarkable optical performance through advanced apochromatic design. Three extra-low dispersion elements effectively suppress chromatic aberration throughout the focusing range, ensuring exceptional colour accuracy from ultra-close subjects to distant scenes. This APO characteristic proves particularly valuable in macro photography, where colour fringing typically becomes pronounced at high magnifications.

The sophisticated optical formula delivers outstanding versatility without compromising portability. Despite its impressive capabilities, the lens maintains a surprisingly compact form factor—significantly smaller than comparable alternatives. The internal focusing mechanism prevents lens extension during focus adjustments, protecting delicate subjects and maintaining consistent balance. This design also enhances durability by preventing dust infiltration during close-up work.

Refined mechanical characteristics complement the optical performance. The 13-blade aperture creates beautifully smooth bokeh, particularly valuable when isolating small subjects against complex backgrounds. Manual focus operation provides precise control across the extensive focusing range, while the bright f/2.8 aperture enables excellent light gathering and beautiful background separation.

Notable features include

• True 2X magnification
  
• Advanced APO optical formula
  
• Consistent corner-to-corner sharpness
  
• Internal focus from macro to infinity
  
• Superior colour correction
  
• 13-blade aperture for smooth bokeh
  
• Mirrorless-optimized design
  
• Lightweight, compact, yet robust construction

This versatile optic excels across multiple photographic disciplines. Its exceptional magnification capabilities reveal intricate details in macro subjects, while the classic 90mm focal length and bright aperture create compelling portraits with smooth background separation. From scientific documentation to artistic expression, this lens delivers outstanding image quality while maintaining remarkable handling ease for everyday use.

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