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Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D AF Lens (Nikon Z, 5-Blade Aperture)

SKU: 1025035     MPN:

VE1228AFNZ

$1,349.00

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This lens offers natural, wide-angle images with minimal distortion and outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness, perfect for landscape and architecture photography. It features a 122° field of view, f/2.8 aperture for low-light performance, and a 10-point sun-star effect for unique visuals. Autofocus compatibility and a compact, lightweight design make it ideal for Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras, ensuring easy handling and versatility for both handheld and mounted photography.

Features

Capture natural, wide-angle images with minimal distortion using this Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D AF Lens from Venus Optics. Pairing its Zero-D design with an ultra-wide, 122° field of view, this 12mm lens provides outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness across broad compositions, making it an ideal choice for landscape, architecture, and real estate photography. When pointed at strong light sources, the five-blade iris creates a striking 10-point sun-star effect, lending images a unique visual element.

Seamless Integration and Design

Integrating seamlessly into Nikon Z-mount mirrorless camera systems with support for autofocus, the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite has a compact and lightweight design that keeps rigs manageable. The maximum aperture of f/2.8 creates pleasing bokeh in out-of-focus areas, while the minimum aperture of f/22 maximizes detail, capturing scenes with lifelike accuracy.

True-to-Life Optics

  • Ultra-wide 122° field of view with minimal distortion and edge-to-edge sharpness
  • f/2.8 to f/22 aperture benefits low-light photography and enables precise depth control
  • 5-blade diaphragm creates 10-point sun-stars for unique visuals
  • 16-element, 9-group structure with 2 aspherical and 4 low-dispersion elements

Improved Design

  • Autofocus support with a minimum focus distance of 5.5"
  • Compact form factor of 3 x 3.2" is ideal for mirrorless cameras
  • Weighs just 0.9 lb for handheld operation, or use with gimbals and drones
  • Native Nikon Z-mount and integrated 72mm front filter thread

Specifications

Color
Black
Focal Length
12mm

Aperture

Maximum
f/2.8
Minimum
f/22
Lens Mount
Nikon Z
Lens Format Coverage
Full-Frame
Angle of View
122°
Minimum Focus Distance
5.5" / 14 cm
Optical Design
16 Elements in 9 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades
5
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
72 mm (Front)
Dimensions
ø: 3 x L: 3.2" / ø: 77.2 x L: 80.6 mm
Weight
0.9 lb / 390 g