Compact macro lens, featuring a 1.5x magnification and an impressive 180mm reach, has been engineered by Laowa with a weight similar to that of a loaf of bread, and includes a form of autofocus capability.
The Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro, the latest launch from Venus Optics, is making waves in the photography world. This lens stands out from the crowd as a longer telephoto option for capturing skittish insects and other distant subjects with precision.
Weighing approximately 484g/17 oz and measuring 88.4mm/3.5 inches long, the Canon EF variant of the lens is compact and portable. For those using Sony E or Nikon Z mounts, the lens is slightly larger and heavier, weighing about 521.6g/18.4 oz and measuring 134.4mm/5.3 inches.
The lens is equipped with a printed focal distance scale and an AF slot on supported mounts. This allows for seamless switching between manual and autofocus modes. Mounts with autofocus also have electronic contacts, enabling metadata from the lens to be written to the file. However, it's important to note that autofocus on compatible mounts is available only from 1.5m to infinity, making the lens incompatible with autofocus for macro shots.
The Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro boasts an apochromatic design, which helps reduce chromatic aberrations and enhance sharpness and color accuracy. It features 12 elements in 9 groups and 9 aperture blades, providing a high-quality optical performance.
Despite being known for its macro lenses, which typically do not include autofocus, the Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro Apo lens has introduced autofocus functionality for certain mount systems. The lens is available in Sony E, Nikon Z, and Canon EF mounts, but not in Canon mirrorless RF mount or L-Mount.
One of the unique aspects of this lens is the background compression it provides compared to wider optics. This makes it an excellent choice for photographers looking to create a shallow depth of field and isolate their subjects from the background.
With a retail price of $499 / £499 / AU$939, the Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro offers a cost-effective solution for those seeking a versatile telephoto lens with autofocus capabilities.
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