From macro to infinity, the Sony E-mount Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro Lens Sony Efrom Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro Lens Sony Eis a prime portrait-length lens offering the unique ability to photograph close-up subjects from 2.4" away at a 2:1 magnification ratio as well as distant subjects with infinity focus. The versatility offered by this manual focus lens benefits working with close-up subjects and then quickly switching to full-length subjects at distance without the need of extension tubes or other adapters. The lens is optimized for use on APS-C format sensors, where it will provide a 90mm equivalent focal length, and it can also be used on full-frame cameras, however some vignetting will occur when focused at infinity.

The lens's construction incorporates nine elements in seven groups, and two of the lens groups move in order to control focusing and to avoid barrel distortions. This design also helps to maintain high image clarity, sharpness, and color accuracy. A rounded 14-blade diaphragm contributes to a smooth out-of-focus quality that is especially beneficial when working with near subjects and selective focus techniques.

E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format    Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22    2:1 Magnification, 2.4" Minimum Focus    Manual Focus Design    Rounded 14-Blade Diaphragm    Includes 62mm UV Filter

Prime short-telephoto lens is designed for APS-C-format Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras and provides a 90mm equivalent focal length. It is also suitable for use with full-frame cameras, however some vignetting will occur when focused at infinity; it is ideal for full-frame use for macro applications.

The lens is capable of focusing on subjects as near as 2.4" away with a 2:1 magnification ratio for greater-than-life size macro shooting without the need of extension tubes or adapters. Additionally, the lens is also able to achieve infinity focus with a 1:10 magnification ratio for general shooting applications.

Manual focus and manual aperture setting design does not maintain any electronic communication with the camera.

Nine-element-in-seven-group construction produces a high degree of clarity throughout the focusing range as well as accurate color rendering.

Two lens groups move during focusing in order to control barrel distortion.

Rounded 14-blade diaphragm produces a smooth out-of-focus quality when using selective focus or shallow depth of field techniques.

Built-in lens hood helps to deflect stray light from causing lens flare or ghosting.

All-metal lens barrel offers ensured durability and rigidity.

In addition to the lens itself, a protective filter pouch and a 62mm UV filter are also included.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Where exactly does the filter attach to the lens. The inner portion just above the lens itself. Or on the outer sleeve portion?

A: There are inner threads in front that will accept a 67mm filter.

Q: 2. Where is this made in?

A: The Venus Optics Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro Lens for the Nikon F-mount is manufactured in China.

Q: 3. Read where someone complained of grease leakage in hot weather from the barrel?

A: I have not heard that issue before with the Venus Optics Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro Lens for Canon EF-Mount.

Q: 4. Is this compatible with the Pentax K-1?

A: Yes this lens is compatible with the Pentax K1.

Q: 5. Is this a fx lens I want to shoot me d800, it says it is optimized for dx?

A: Yes, this is a full frame lens.

Q: 6. Will this lens work with an Sony A to E adapter?

A: Yes - remember that this is a manual lens without any data transferred between the camera and the lens.to the camera.

Q: 7. Can this be used for scanning negatives?

A: Yes, the Venus Optics Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro Lens macro lens offer a ratio of 2:1. Any lens that offers a 2:1 ratio or 1:1 makes a suitable lens for digital archiving.

Q: 8. When handling this lens, I hear something small rolling/rattling around inside. Is this normal behavior for this variation of lens?

A: The rolling sound coming from the inside are completely normal on the Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens for Nikon F. This sound comes from the aperture mechanism buil in this lens.

Q: 9. Is this lens compatible with TTL metering on a Nikon D750?

A: Yes and no. Modern TTL systems use multiple factors in calculating exposure. One of those is distance to the subject as determined by feedback from AF lenses. With manual focus lenses this is not the case. But the original and still most important feedback comes from the sensor itself as it reads the light coming Through The Lens when the pre-flash and actual flash illuminate the subject, so you should be okay.

Q: 10. Will this lens work on my D7000?

A: Yes, this lens is compatible with the Nikon D7000.