- Pushing the boundaries of ultra-wide angles… High expectations from Fujifilm X-mount and APS-C mirrorless users.
Laowa (Venus Optics), a manufacturer specializing in innovative optical equipment, is once again targeting the market with a highly unique lens. According to foreign media and industry sources, Laowa is scheduled to officially announce the ‘Laowa CF 4.5-10mm F2.8 Fisheye Zoom’, a dedicated fisheye zoom lens for APS-C sensor cameras, on May 13 (local time).
◇ A World-First Concept: Dynamic Distortion from 4.5mm to 10mm The standout feature of this new product is that it is a "Fisheye Zoom" lens specifically designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras. Covering a focal length range from 4.5mm to 10mm, this lens is expected to allow users to achieve everything from a circular fisheye effect to a full-frame fisheye effect in a single body.
The adoption of a constant F2.8 maximum aperture is particularly noteworthy. While maintaining the extreme field of view characteristic of fisheye lenses, the bright aperture is expected to provide a significant advantage in indoor photography, low-light environments, and astrophotography, such as capturing the Milky Way.
◇ Compact Design and High Versatility Laowa has consistently emphasized portability through its ‘CF’ (Compact Format) lineup. The 4.5-10mm lens is also expected to be compatible with various mirrorless systems, including Fujifilm X, Sony E, Canon EF-M/RF-S, and Nikon Z mounts.
For landscape photographers, dynamic sports action creators, and filmmakers seeking unique visual effects, this new release from Laowa is poised to become an irreplaceable tool. Precise pricing and detailed specifications will be revealed during the official launch event on May 13.
▣ Editor’s Note
"The convenience of a 'Zoom' in a fisheye market previously dominated by primes! The overwhelming distortion of 4.5mm combined with the F2.8 brightness makes this an incredibly attractive option for Fujifilm users. If you're a wide-angle enthusiast, get your wallet ready."
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