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Venus Announces Laowa 8-16mm Compact Zoom

Designed for mirrorless cameras, the lens weighs 16.3 ounces and offers an angle of view spanning 82.8-120.9 degrees.

ASC Staff

Venus Optics has introduced the Laowa 8-16mm f3.5-5 compact zoom lens.


Designed for mirrorless cameras, the 16.3-ounce lens offers an angle of view spanning 82.8-120.9 degrees, an 86mm filter thread, close-focus capability and minimal optical distortion. It is compatible with Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z and Canon RF and EF-M mounts.


The Laowa 8-16mm lists for $549.


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