The Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens for Sony E-mount is a versatile and high-performance short-telephoto prime lens designed specifically for macro photographers who require superior resolution and clarity at greater-than-life-size magnifications. Offering a 2:1 maximum magnification, this lens allows you to work closely with your subjects, capturing intricate details with stunning accuracy and sharpness. Its 9.7-inch minimum focusing distance ensures you can get extremely close to your subject, perfect for macro photography, fine textures, and small object photography.

Built with an apochromatic (APO) design, the lens incorporates a pair of low dispersion elements to effectively minimize chromatic aberrations and color fringing, delivering high clarity and exceptional color accuracy. This makes it ideal for photographers who demand precise, true-to-life color reproduction, especially in close-up shots. The lens’ optical design and construction ensure that you can work at all focusing distances with confidence, achieving crisp, distortion-free images.

The Laowa 100mm f/2.8 Ultra Macro APO features a manual focus design, which offers precise control when working with delicate subjects. It also includes focus distance and depth of field scales, ensuring you have the control necessary to capture the fine details at every step. The lens is also equipped with a 13-blade aperture, which contributes to a pleasing, soft bokeh, enhancing the visual appeal of your images with a smooth, out-of-focus background.

This lens is designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras but is also compatible with APS-C models, providing an effective focal length of 150mm. Its high build quality, compact design, and apochromatic performance make it an excellent tool for photographers looking for a compact yet powerful macro solution with a true 2:1 magnification ratio.

Features:

• 2:1 maximum magnification for greater-than-life-size reproduction
• 9.7″ minimum focusing distance for ultra-close-up shots
• Apochromatic (APO) design with low dispersion elements to reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing
• Manual focus design with focus distance and depth-of-field scales for precise control
• 13-blade diaphragm for smooth, rounded bokeh
• Ideal for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras, also compatible with APS-C models (providing a 150mm effective focal length)

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