The lens’s standout innovation lies in its impressive 2:1 magnification.
It lets you capture subjects at twice their actual size on the sensor.
It supports continuous, smooth focusing from 2:1 magnification all the way to infinity.
It reveals intricate textures and details in tiny objects, insects, and flowers.
It fully covers Full Frame sensors, delivering outstanding sharpness across the entire frame.
It eliminates the need for extension tubes, offering immediate flexibility for outdoor photography.
The Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2:1 Ultra Macro APO (VE10028SFE) is a specialized telephoto lens for full-frame Sony FE cameras. It stands out for its pioneering 2:1 magnification capability, offering twice the reproduction ratio of conventional macro lenses. It supports seamless focusing from extremely close distances to infinity, making it ideal for both tiny subjects and portraits. Its advanced apochromatic design effectively eliminates chromatic aberrations throughout the image’s depth of field. It combines outstanding sharpness, a compact design, and a 67mm filter thread for convenient professional use.
Outstanding 2:1 Macro Magnification and Infinity Focus
The lens’s standout innovation lies in its impressive 2:1 magnification.
It lets you capture subjects at twice their actual size on the sensor.
It supports continuous, smooth focusing from 2:1 magnification all the way to infinity.
It reveals intricate textures and details in tiny objects, insects, and flowers.
It fully covers Full Frame sensors, delivering outstanding sharpness across the entire frame.
It eliminates the need for extension tubes, offering immediate flexibility for outdoor photography.
APO apochromatic design for eliminating aberrations
The lens features an advanced APO (apochromatic) design.
It manages to fully eliminate chromatic aberrations across the entire field of view.
Correction is applied effectively to both in-focus areas.
It also protects out-of-focus areas (out-of-focus points) from fringing.
It ensures outstanding sharpness, high contrast, and absolute color fidelity.
It delivers a crystal-clear image without color errors, even in high-contrast conditions.
100mm f/2.8 Telephoto Versatility and Portrait Photography
Thanks to its 100mm focal length, the lens also excels at classic shots.
The bright maximum aperture of f/2.8 makes it easy to shoot in low-light conditions.
It stands out as an ideal portrait lens, rendering facial features with natural proportions.
It creates an impressive shallow depth of field, clearly separating the subject from its surroundings.
The APO optical design delivers exceptionally smooth, velvety bokeh in the background.
It combines the clinical detail of macro photography with artistic depth in portraits.
Compact Design Without Excessive Bulk or Weight
Despite its 2:1 magnification, the lens maintains a similar size to classic 1:1 lenses.
It stands out for its robust construction without excessive bulk or weight.
It ensures excellent balance and a secure grip on Sony mirrorless camera bodies.
Its ease of handling makes it comfortable to use handheld for extended periods when photographing in nature.
It offers smooth mechanical movement during manual focusing for precise adjustments.
It is an exceptionally portable, high-quality tool for demanding expeditions.
Sony FE Mount Compatibility and 67mm Filter Thread
The lens is specifically designed for the Sony FE Mount.
It fully harnesses the capabilities of Sony’s full-frame mirrorless cameras.
The front of the lens accepts 67 mm filters for maximum convenience.
Attach polarizing or protective filters directly, without special adapters.
It offers professional reliability and durability for intensive daily use.
An ideal addition for Sony photographers seeking unrivaled sharpness.
Dimensions
- Type
- Telephoto, Macro
- Lens Type
- Fixed Focal Length
- Sensor Type
- Full Frame
- Maximum Aperture (f)
- 2.8
- Minimum Aperture (f)
- 22
- Filter Diameter
- 67 mm
- Focal Length
- 100 mm
- Weight
- 638 gr
- Mount
- Sony E
- Colour
- Black
Features & Functions
- Image Stabilization
- No
- Autofocus (AF)
- No
- 3D
- No
Usage
- Device Group
- -
Important information
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