Venus Optics Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5x Macro Lens (Hasselblad XCD)

Overview

The Venus Optics Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5x Macro (Hasselblad XCD) delivers exceptional distortion control, tilt-shift movements tailored for GFX and XCD systems, and macro versatility suitable for the high-resolution demands of medium-format photography.

Core Features

• Zero-D optical design for straight lines
• ±10° tilt and ±8 mm shift (MF-optimized)
• 0.5× macro reproduction capability
• Bright f/2.8 aperture
• 360° rotational control

Tilt & Shift Performance

Designed specifically for larger medium-format sensors, this version offers ±10° of tilt and a carefully optimized ±8 mm of shift to prevent vignetting while maintaining precise perspective control. These movements allow photographers to correct architectural lines, adjust depth of field, and refine composition with accuracy.

Zero-D Optical Design

The lens maintains perfect geometric accuracy, essential for medium-format architectural and interior applications.

APO Performance

• Apochromatic design suppresses colour fringing
• Clean, neutral colour rendering
• High-resolution detail across the frame

Macro Capability

The 0.5× reproduction ratio supports close-up product, food, and fine-art work with exceptional detail on large sensors.

Build & Handling

• 360° rotational body with 15° detents
• 77 mm front filter thread
• Included Arca-Swiss tripod support
• Water-repellent Frog-Eye coating

Panorama Stitching

The shift function enables clean, distortion-free panoramic images ideal for landscapes and interiors.