Laowa 15mm f/4.5 Zero-D Shift

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Advertised as a shift-capable wide angle with near zero linear distortion. A newer R version of this lens made some minor updates.

  • Coverage: full frame (FX)
  • Field of view: 110° 
  • Optic design:
    • 17 elements in 11 groups
    • 3 ED, 2 aspherical elements
    • +/- 11mm of shift possible, 360° rotation of shift (clickstops every 15°)
  • Aperture:
    • f/4.5 to f/22
    • 5-blade diaphragm 
  • Filter/Accessories:
    • no front filter ring
    • no lens hood
    • optional lens support for panorama stitching
  • Focus:
    • manual focus
    • 8” (0.20m) minimum focus
    • 1:? maximum magnification ratio
    • DOF markings at f/4.5, f/8 to f/22
  • Size and weight:
    • 4” (103mm) long
    • 3” (79mm) diameter
    • 21 ounces (597g) weight
  • Price: US$1200
  • Announced: October 30, 2020
  • Not available until Q1, 2021
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