A macro lens with a maximum magnification of 2:1, the Laowa Z-Mount Lens 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO is a versatile optic well-suited to macro and telephoto applications. Its 2:1 magnification ratio allows it to life-size render subjects at a working distance of 9.7", which is ideal for photographing small creatures and insects. A floating focus system maintains image quality throughout the focusing range, and manual focus design permits working with subjects as close as possible.

A pair of low dispersion elements are featured in the optical design, which help to reduce both chromatic and spherical aberrations for improved clarity and color accuracy. The lens also features an apochromatic design, which ensures that chromatic aberrations will be virtually nonexistent when photographing high-contrast subjects, even at the maximum aperture setting. Also contributing to impressive image quality is a nine-blade diaphragm that creates smooth bokeh characteristics when working with selective focus techniques.

Product Features in Detail

Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO

Followed by the success of the Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2:1 Macro, the 100mm f/2.8 2:1 Macro is the 2nd member of Laowa 2:1 macro line-up. It features an apochromatic (APO) characteristic that chromatic aberration at both ‘in-focus’ & ‘out-of-focus’ is both invisible. This new 100mm lens can cover full frame sensor size and focus from 2:1 magnification to infinity. The lens has a similar physical size to other 100mm Macro lenses in the market but its wider magnification range allows macro photographers to capture subjects at any sizes. This 100mm f/2.8 lens can also focus to infinity and serve as a portrait lens with exceptional optics quality.

Only Canon EF version is equipped with a CPU chip and motor for aperture control via the camera. All other mounts are manual and aperture is controlled by the aperture ring on the lens. Nikon F mount version now features Ai coupling – a mechanical aperture coupling compatible with advanced Nikon cameras that tells the camera the maximum aperture of the lens.

2:1 Magnification at same physical size

Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2:1 Ultra-Macro is the second 2:1 Macro lens that we have (The first one is the 60mm f/2.8). 100mm is one of the most common focal length for macro photography usage. All of the 100mm macro lenses in the market can only reproduce 1:1 magnification (life-size) image only. The extended 2x magnification means more details can be seen through the lens. Photographers can now take advantage of the wider magnification range to capture bugs at different sizes.

Apochromat APO design (invisible CA)

The Laowa 100mm f/2.8 has a Apochromat (APO) design where the chromatic aberration (CA) at BOTH in-focus & out-of-focus area (Longitudinal CA) is controlled to the minimal. CA has long been one of the most annoying aberrations for macro photography and now you can forget about this and focus more on taking a great shot.

Similar size as 1:1 macro lens

Despite the extended magnification range, the size of our Laowa 100mm is actually comparable to other macro lenses in the market.

Automatic Aperture (Canon EF) , Aperture Coupling (Nikon)

The Canon version of the Laowa 100mm Macro lens is equipped with an aperture control motor and CPU chip. The aperture can be controlled via the camera body (no aperture control ring on the lens body) and the aperture will close only during shutter release. Photographers no longer need to compose their shots in a dark viewfinder. A focus assistance indicator will also be shown in the camera. EXIF data can also be saved.

Outstanding Portrait lens with crystal sharpness

Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2:1 Ultra Macro APO is not only a exceptionally macro lens. It can also focus to infinity and is a very decent telephoto portrait lens.

Specification

Focal Length	100mm
Max. Aperture	f/2.8
Angle of View	24.4°
Format Compatibility	Full Frame
Lens Structure	12 elements in 10 groups
Aperture Blades	9 (Canon), 7 (Nikon), 13 (Sony FE)
Min. Focusing Distance	24.7cm (2X)
Max. Magnification	2:01
Filter Thread	67mm
Dimensions	Ф72 x 125 mm (Sony version: Ф72 x 155 mm)
Weight	638g
Mounts	Canon / Nikon / Sony FE

Warranty

This product comes with 12 Months Australian Manufacturer Warranty. Our products are sourced from authorised Australian suppliers and therefore come with genuine Australian warranty. Camera Warehouse does not participate in 'Grey Market' or 'Parallel Import' activities.

In The Box

Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2:1 Ultra Macro APO - Nikon Z Lens
Front Lens Cap
Rear Lens Cap
67mm Clear Filter

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Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2:1 Ultra Macro APO - Nikon Z Lens