Officially announced: Venus Optics Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, and Canon R

• 2 years ago
• Categories: Laowa, Venus Optics
• Tags: Venus Optics LAOWA FF II 45mm f/0.95 lens

Today Venus Optics officially announced the previously rumored Laowa Argus 45mm f/0.95 FF lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, and Canon R. Here are the details:

• Pre-orders now open (international shipping available)
• Sample photos, technical specifications, MTF chart, and lens design diagram:

Lens key features:

• Maximum aperture f/0.95
• Close to Human Eyes Perspective
• Outstanding Optical Performance atf/0.95
• Aperture Ring Click Switch Mechanism
• Internal Focusing
• Low Focus Breathing

Sample photos (more available here):

Lens	Laowa Argus 45m f/0.95 FF
Focal Length	45mm
Aperture	f/0.95 – 16
Angle of View	51.3°
Format Compatibility	Full-Frame
Lens Structure	13 elements in 9 groups (Aspherical Lens*1, ED glass*1, UHR glass*3)
Aperture Blades	15
Min. Focusing Distance	50cm (19.7″)
Dimensions	About 76.8mm*110mm ( 3.02 x 4.3 ”)
Filter Thread	72mm
Max. Magnification	0.12X
Weight	About 835g/ 1.84lb (Without lens hood & both front cap and back cap)
Mounts	Sony E / Nikon Z / Canon R