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Venus - Laowa 85mm f/5.6 Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon RF

Model: VE8556RF
SKU: 12727424

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Specifications
  • Lens Mount Compatibility
    Canon RF
    Lens Type
    Macro
    Minimum Focal Length
    85 millimeters
    Maximum Focal Length
    85 millimeters
    Maximum Aperture
    f/5.6
  • Key Specs
    • Lens Mount Compatibility: Canon RF
    • Lens Type: Macro
    • Minimum Focal Length: 85 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Focal Length: 85 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Aperture: f/5.6 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
  • General
    • Brand: Venus
    • Model Number: VE8556RF
    • Product Name: Venus Laowa 85mm f/5.6 Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon RF
  • Compatibility
    • Compatible Devices: DSLR Camera
    • Brand Compatibility: Canon
    • Lens Mount Compatibility: Canon RF
  • Dimensions
    • Product Weight: 1.2 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Imaging
    • Lens Type: Macro
  • Exposure Control
    • Minimum Focal Length: 85 millimeters (The minimum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The shorter the focal length, the greater the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Focal Length: 85 millimeters (The maximum distance between the lens and the image sensor that allows the subject to be in focus. The greater the focal length, the smaller the area of scene captured.)
    • Maximum Aperture: f/5.6 (The limit to how wide a lens can be open, typically expressed in f-numbers. The smaller the number, the larger the aperture and the more light that can enter the lens. A larger aperture creates a shallower depth of field, helpful for keeping subjects in focus and blurring background details.)
    • Minimum Aperture: f/5.6 (The smallest opening of a lens, typically expressed in f-numbers. The larger the number, the smaller the aperture and the less light that can enter the lens. A smaller aperture creates a larger depth of field, which keeps both foreground and background in focus.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 3 year limited
    • Warranty - Labor: Venus 3 Year Limited Warranty
  • Other
    • UPC: 6940486702224

Enhance your photography skills with the Laowa 85mm f/5.6 Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon RF, a high-quality, professional-grade lens that offers unparalleled versatility and reliability. This innovative lens, designed specifically for mirrorless cameras, boasts a 28.55-degree angle of view for full-frame Canon EOS models, including the EOS R10, EOS R50, and EOS R7. As the smallest 2x macro lens on the market, it weighs a mere 289g (Leica M mount without caps and hood), making it incredibly portable and convenient for macro photographers. Its compact size also allows for easy application of light sources, further enhancing your photography experience.The Laowa 85mm f/5.6 Ultra Macro APO Lens is equipped with an apochromatic (APO) design, minimizing chromatic aberration at both 'in-focus' and 'out-of-focus' areas. This feature ensures crisp, clear images with minimal distortion, saving you valuable post-production time. With a focus range from 2:1 magnification to infinity, this lens can capture intricate details of small objects at a minimum focusing distance of 6.4" (16.3cm). This makes it an ideal choice for macro photography, allowing you to capture stunning close-ups of insects, flowers, jewelry, and more. In addition to its macro capabilities, the Laowa 85mm f/5.6 Ultra Macro APO Lens also serves as an excellent portrait lens, offering great image quality for capturing people and scenes. The lens also features an internal focusing design, preventing collision with your subjects and keeping dust and debris from entering the lens. This ensures your lens stays clean and functional, even in challenging shooting environments. In summary, the Laowa 85mm f/5.6 Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon RF is a versatile, high-quality lens that offers professional-grade macro and portrait photography capabilities. Its compact size, innovative APO design, and internal focusing mechanism make it a reliable choice for photographers of all levels.

  • INCREDIBLE DETAIL: Achieve stunning 2x magnification with the 85mm focal length, revealing unseen details in your macro subjects with exceptional clarity and precision.
  • SUPERIOR OPTICAL PERFORMANCE: Experience outstanding image quality with 13 elements in 9 groups, including 3 ED glasses, minimizing chromatic aberration for sharp, vibrant images.
  • COMPACT AND LIGHTWEIGHT: Weighing only 10.93 oz (310g), this lens is designed for comfortable, extended use, making it an ideal travel companion without compromising image quality.
  • VERSATILE APERTURE CONTROL: Fine-tune your depth of field with the f/5.6 to f/22 aperture range, providing creative flexibility for various lighting conditions and artistic effects.
  • OPTIMIZED FOR CANON RF: Seamlessly integrate with your Canon RF mount camera, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility for a wide range of full-frame and APS-C models.
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