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Compact 12mm f/2.8 ultra-wide lens, matte black barrel, manual focus ring, 122° view

Venus Optics

Venus Optics Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF camera lens

SKU CH-QQQH-ZSZEN

An ultra-wide 12mm lens with 122° rectilinear view, near-zero distortion and fast f/2.8 aperture for full-frame mirrorless cameras

  • Ultra-wide 122° view captures expansive scenes with near-zero distortion
  • Fast f/2.8 aperture enables low-light shooting and shallow depth of field
  • Weighs only 377 g for effortless portability on long shoots
  • Choice of 10-point sunstars or smooth bokeh via 5- or 14-blade aperture
  • Autofocus available on Sony E and Nikon Z mounts for quick focusing

Ultra-wide 12 mm perspective

The Laowa 12 mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF is a rectilinear ultra-wide lens built for full-frame mirrorless cameras. It delivers a 122° angle of view with virtually zero distortion, making it suitable for landscape, architecture and interior photographers who need an expansive field of view in a compact package.

Mount-dependent aperture and focus

The lens is offered in Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF and L mount versions. Autofocus is available on Sony E and Nikon Z mounts with a 5-blade aperture that produces 10-point sunstars, while manual-focus variants for all four mounts use a 14-blade aperture for smoother bokeh.

f/2.8 speed and 377 g weight

The fast f/2.8 maximum aperture provides usable low-light performance and shallow depth of field when required. At 377 g in the autofocus Sony E version, the lens remains light enough for extended carry, though the fixed 12 mm focal length means photographers needing variable framing or longer reach will require additional lenses.

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Price $519.99
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Questions about this item

How often will the 14-blade aperture mechanism need servicing?

The 14-blade aperture is a mechanical iris with no motor; it requires no scheduled servicing. Keep the blades free of oil or dust by using a rear cap when the lens is off the camera.

What optical limit appears first during long exposures at f/2.8?

Vignetting at the extreme corners of the 122° field is the first visible limit; stopping down to f/5.6 or f/8 reduces it noticeably.

Does the 377 g autofocus version run hotter or louder than the manual-focus models during all-day shooting?

The AF motor draws minimal power and adds no audible whine; the barrel stays at ambient temperature even after continuous use.

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