Venus Optics Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro Lens for Nikon F-Mount

Overview

The Venus Optics Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro Lens for Nikon F-Mount is a prime portrait-length lens offering the unique ability to photograph close-up subjects from 2.4" away at a 2:1 magnification ratio, while also achieving infinity focus with 0.1x magnification for general shooting.

Optimized for DX format sensors, it provides a 90mm equivalent focal length. It can also be used on FX format DSLRs; however, slight vignetting may occur when focused at infinity. For macro shooting on full frame, there is no vignetting.

Core Features

• Focuses from 6 cm (2.4") to infinity without the need for extension tubes or adapters.
• Delivers a 2:1 macro reproduction ratio with a magnification range from 2.0x to 0.1x.
• Manual focus and manual aperture control with no electronic communication to the camera.
• Nine elements in seven groups produce clarity and accurate color rendering throughout the focusing range.
• Two lens groups move during focusing to help control barrel distortion.
• A rounded 14-blade diaphragm helps produce smooth out-of-focus quality.
• Built-in lens hood helps deflect stray light to reduce flare and ghosting.
• All-metal lens barrel offers durability and rigidity.

Optical Design & Bokeh

The lens incorporates a nine-element, seven-group construction, and the rounded 14-blade diaphragm contributes to smooth out-of-focus rendering when using selective focus or shallow depth of field techniques.

Format Use Notes

• Designed for DX-format use.
• On FX, slight vignetting may occur when focused at infinity.
• For macro shooting on FX, there is no vignetting.