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Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4 macro shift lens, metal barrel, with Slik U8800L tripod and cleaning kit

Venus Optics

Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4 1:1 Macro Shift Lens for Sony FE with Slik U8800L Tripod and Cleaning Kit

SKU CH-G29H-XKQVY

Ultra-wide 110-degree macro lens with 1:1 magnification, +/- 6mm shift, 12 elements in 9 groups, 14 aperture blades, metal build, includes Slik U8800L tripod and cleaning kit

  • World's first 110-degree ultra-wide 1:1 macro lens
  • 15mm focal length captures expansive context with close-up detail
  • +/- 6mm shift corrects perspective distortion in architecture
  • 12 elements in 9 groups with low-reflective coatings reduce flare
  • Metal construction strengthens durability for demanding use

World's First Wide-Angle Macro

The Laowa 15mm f/4 is the world's first lens to combine an ultra-wide 110-degree angle of view with true 1:1 macro magnification. It captures intricate subject details while including expansive environmental context. The lens supports full-frame Sony FE sensors and is built with a durable metal enclosure. Photographers who need telephoto reach or autofocus should look elsewhere.

Shift Corrects Perspective

The integrated +/- 6mm shift mechanism corrects perspective distortion in architectural and landscape images, ensuring straight lines and true proportions. This optical adjustment replaces the need for post-processing keystone correction. The 12 elements in 9 groups include three high refractive and one extra-low dispersion element for frame-wide sharpness. Shooters without tripod discipline will not benefit from the shift precision.

Manual Focus On Sturdy Tripod

The kit includes a Slik U8800L tripod with pan head, providing a stable platform essential for high-magnification manual focusing. Multi-layer low-reflective coatings reduce flare during close-up work. A cleaning kit is supplied for front-element maintenance. The lens has no electronic contacts, so EXIF data and aperture control from the camera body are not available.

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Price $378.99
Cheaper than about 69% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

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Questions about this item

Will the 15 mm Laowa lens clear my Sony FE body without hitting the mount or the shift mechanism?

The lens is built for the Sony FE mount and its metal barrel houses the +/- 6 mm shift function, so it seats directly on the camera without extra spacers or adapters.

How do I attach the Slik U8800L tripod to the lens, and what step do people miss?

Mount the camera on the pan head’s quick-release plate, then balance the front-heavy 12-element lens by sliding the plate until the rig stays level before locking the head.

What upkeep will the 14-blade aperture and multi-layer coatings need over time?

Use the supplied cleaning kit to remove dust from the front and rear glass; the coated surfaces resist flare but can show fingerprints, so wipe gently with the microfibre cloth and blower.

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