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Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro APO

Specifications

BrandLaowa
CategoryTelephoto, Macro
Prime or ZoomPrime
Focus TypeManual
Focal length (mm)180
Aperture (max)4.5
Filter Size (mm)62
Weight (g)522
Length (mm)134
Diameter (mm)68
Weather Sealed
Image Stabilization
Min. focus distance (m)0.3
Max. magnification1.5
Release Year2025
Release Price (USD)499
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Description and Reviews

From Laowa:

Offering the unique mixture of a long-reach telephoto field of view with greater-than-life-size macro capabilities, the Venus Optics Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra-Macro APO is built for capturing intricate details from both close-up and long distances. Designed primarily as a macro lens, this telephoto touts an impressive 1.5:1 maximum magnification to render close-up subjects larger than life-size. Minimum focusing distance of 11.8", along with a minimum working distance of 5.8", makes it easier to photograph moving subjects and offers more room to properly light your subjects.

Complementing the ability to render subjects at close range and with a high magnification, this lens also features an apochromatic optical design that limits color fringing and maintains high clarity and detail for accurate and dynamic imagery at both close-up and long-range focusing distances. The useful 180mm focal length offers a narrow field of view that’s suitable for portraits and distant subjects, as well as for homing in on small details from a comfortable working distance. The f/4.5 maximum aperture strikes a balance between brightness and portability; the lens is bright enough for handheld shooting in daylight conditions while still remaining portable and lightweight for travel.

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