Name: Venus Optics Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D AF Lens for Sony E-mount
SKU: VE1228AFFE
Availability: InStock

Capture natural, wide-angle images with minimal distortion using this Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D MF Lens from Venus Optics. Pairing its Zero-D design with an ultra-wide, 122° field of view, this 12mm lens provides outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness across broad compositions, making it an ideal choice for landscape, architecture, and real estate photography. When pointed at strong light sources, the five-blade iris creates a striking 10-point sun-star effect, lending images a unique visual element.Integrating seamlessly into Sony E-mount mirrorless camera systems with support for autofocus, the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite has a compact and lightweight design that keeps rigs manageable. The maximum aperture of f/2.8 creates pleasing bokeh in out-of-focus areas, while the minimum aperture of f/22 maximizes detail, capturing scenes with lifelike accuracy.

True-to-Life Optics

Ultra-wide 122° field of view with minimal distortion and edge-to-edge sharpness
f/2.8 to f/22 aperture benefits low-light photography and enables precise depth control
5-blade diaphragm creates 10-point sun-stars for unique visuals
16-element, 9-group structure with 2 aspherical and 4 low-dispersion elements

Improved Design

Autofocus support with a minimum focus distance of 5.5″
Compact form factor of 3 x 3.1″ is ideal for mirrorless cameras
Weighs just 0.8 lb for handheld operation, or use with gimbals and drones
Native Sony E-mount and integrated 72mm front filter thread

Specification

Focal Length	12mm
Aperture	Maximum: f/2.8 Minimum: f/22
Lens Mount	Sony E
Lens Format Coverage	Full-Frame
Angle of View	122°
Minimum Focus Distance	5.5″ / 14 cm
Optical Design	9 Elements in 16 Groups
Aperture/Iris Blades	5
Focus Type	Autofocus
Image Stabilization	No
Filter Size	72 mm (Front)
Dimensions	ø: 3 x L: 3.1″ / ø: 77.2 x L: 78.6 mm
Weight	0.8 lb / 377 g