Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO

The Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is a high-precision lens that provides extreme detail, flexibility, and high-quality imaging in a single, portable, and versatile package.

Its apochromatic (APO) optical design virtually eliminates chromatic aberration in both in-focus and out-of-focus regions, ensuring highly accurate and repeatable results when capturing fine detail.

Engineered for versatility, the lens supports magnification from 2:1 macro through infinity focus, enabling users to capture both microscopic subjects and larger test environments with a single optical system. With full-frame sensor coverage, it delivers consistent sharpness, high contrast, and color fidelity across the entire image field, ideal for measurement, inspection, and high-speed imaging workflows.

This lens provides a robust, all-around solution for applications ranging from material analysis and fluid dynamics studies to impact testing and motion analysis. Despite its advanced optical performance, the physical size remains comparable to standard 100 mm macro lenses, enabling straightforward integration into existing setups.

The lens is fully compatible with the Chronos 1.4, Chronos 2.1-HD, and Chronos 4K12 high-speed cameras, providing exceptional optical performance across all platforms. This lens is available in an F-mount configuration and is compatible with the F-mount versions of the Chronos 1.4, Chronos 2.1-HD, and Chronos 4K12 cameras.

What’s in the Box

  • Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens
  • Front Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap
  • Lens Hood
  • 67 mm Clear Filter (pre-installed)
Technical Specifications

Camera Lens - Specifications
Focal Length 100mm
Max. Aperture f/2.8
Min. Aperture f/22
Angle of View (35mm) 24.4°
Angle of View (4/3) 48.8°
Angle of View (2/3) 95.16°
Format Coverage Full Frame
Lens Structure 12 elements in 10 groups
Aperture Blades 7
Min. Focusing Distance 24.7cm / 9.7”
Max. Magnification 2:1
Filter Thread 67mm
Dimensions Ф72 x 125 mm
Weight 638g
Mounts Nikon F Mount
Autofocus No autofocus, manual focus only
Image Stabilization No image stabilization
Aperture Control Manual via aperture ring
Warranty 3 Year Limited Warranty

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