Venus Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2:1 Ultra Macro APO - Canon EF Fit
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View warranty terms and conditionsThe Venus Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2:1 Ultra Macro APO for Canon EF mount is a short-telephoto lens designed specifically for extreme macro photography. Its most outstanding feature is its 2:1 magnification capability, which allows you to capture subjects at twice their actual size, surpassing the standard 1:1 magnification of most macro lenses. This makes it an exceptional tool for photographers seeking to explore minute details, such as textures, insects, or small objects, with astonishing sharpness and precision.
Built with an apochromatic (APO) design incorporating low-dispersion elements, this lens minimizes chromatic aberrations and color fringing, offering high clarity and color accuracy throughout the focusing range. Its focusing is fully manual, which is common in specialized macro optics and allows total control over the focus point. With a minimum focusing distance of 0.247 meters, you can get close to your subject almost touching the lens hood. Additionally, it features a 9-blade diaphragm that contributes to pleasing bokeh, ideal for isolating the subject from the background. This second-hand unit has been inspected and comes with the Camera Market warranty, giving you peace of mind with your purchase.
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The Venus Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2:1 Ultra Macro APO for Canon EF mount is a short-telephoto lens designed specifically for extreme macro photography. Its most outstanding feature is its 2:1 magnification capability, which allows you to capture subjects at twice their actual size, surpassing the standard 1:1 magnification of most macro lenses. This makes it an exceptional tool for photographers seeking to explore minute details, such as textures, insects, or small objects, with astonishing sharpness and precision.
Built with an apochromatic (APO) design incorporating low-dispersion elements, this lens minimizes chromatic aberrations and color fringing, offering high clarity and color accuracy throughout the focusing range. Its focusing is fully manual, which is common in specialized macro optics and allows total control over the focus point. With a minimum focusing distance of 0.247 meters, you can get close to your subject almost touching the lens hood. Additionally, it features a 9-blade diaphragm that contributes to pleasing bokeh, ideal for isolating the subject from the background. This second-hand unit has been inspected and comes with the Camera Market warranty, giving you peace of mind with your purchase.
- 2:1 magnification for extreme macro photography
- Apochromatic (APO) design with low-dispersion elements
- Precise manual focus with a minimum distance of 0.247 m
- 9-blade diaphragm for smooth, pleasing bokeh
- Canon EF mount, compatible with Canon DSLR cameras
- Includes Camera Market warranty (6/12/24 months) and technical inspection
What does 2:1 magnification mean on this lens?
2:1 magnification means the lens can reproduce the subject at twice its actual size on the sensor. For example, a 1 cm object will be projected as 2 cm on the sensor. This allows you to capture extremely small details with great detail, surpassing the capability of standard macro lenses that typically offer 1:1.
Does this lens have autofocus?
No, the Venus Laowa 100mm f/2.8 is a manual focus lens. This is common in specialized macro lenses, as it allows precise and fine control over the focus point, especially when working at high magnifications. Most modern cameras offer manual focus aids, such as focus peaking or magnification loupe, which make it easier to use.
Is it compatible with my Canon camera?
This lens is designed for Canon EF mount, so it is compatible with Canon DSLR cameras, both full-frame and APS-C (crop). On APS-C cameras, the effective focal length will be approximately 160 mm, making it even more useful for macro and portrait photography.
What does the Camera Market warranty include?
This second-hand lens has been inspected and verified by our technical team. It includes the Camera Market warranty, which you can choose from 6, 12, or 24 months, so you can buy with total peace of mind. If any issue covered by the warranty arises, we will be happy to assist you.
What does 2:1 magnification mean on this lens?
2:1 magnification means the lens can reproduce the subject at twice its actual size on the sensor. For example, a 1 cm object will be projected as 2 cm on the sensor. This allows you to capture extremely small details with great detail, surpassing the capability of standard macro lenses that typically offer 1:1.
Does this lens have autofocus?
No, the Venus Laowa 100mm f/2.8 is a manual focus lens. This is common in specialized macro lenses, as it allows precise and fine control over the focus point, especially when working at high magnifications. Most modern cameras offer manual focus aids, such as focus peaking or magnification loupe, which make it easier to use.
Is it compatible with my Canon camera?
This lens is designed for Canon EF mount, so it is compatible with Canon DSLR cameras, both full-frame and APS-C (crop). On APS-C cameras, the effective focal length will be approximately 160 mm, making it even more useful for macro and portrait photography.
What does the Camera Market warranty include?
This second-hand lens has been inspected and verified by our technical team. It includes the Camera Market warranty, which you can choose from 6, 12, or 24 months, so you can buy with total peace of mind. If any issue covered by the warranty arises, we will be happy to assist you.
Full condition scale
Each unit is inspected at 28 points and graded honestly. Here's how we translate each level so you know what to expect:
Barely any signs of use. Almost flawless aesthetics and perfect operation.
Light marks from normal use. Optically clean and fully functional.
Visible signs of use (scuffs, marks, brassing). Works perfectly.
Not guaranteed for use: sold for parts or repair.
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