Venus Optic Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Canon
Canon EF, full sizeOnly 1 piece in stock at supplier
Bayonet lens mount2
Product details
The widest f/2.8 lens in the world with nearly zero distortion. With the widest field of view (122°) ever offered by an f/2.8 lens, this is an ideal lens for a variety of shooting situations. From landscape, architecture, interior, and travel photography to astrophotography. The lens is the lightest and most compact in its class, making it perfect for everyday shots. It also features optical distortion of nearly zero, allowing for landscape and architectural shots with straight lines. The front lens of the lens is equipped with an exclusive water- and dust-repellent coating. For maximum creativity, you can use CPL or ND filters by adding an optional filter holder system.
Lens type | Prime lens, Wide-angle lens |
Bayonet lens mount | Canon EF |
Min. focal length (exact) | 12 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 12 mm |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Focus type | Manual focus |
Weight | 609 g |
Item number | 6010289 |
Manufacturer | Venus Optic |
Category | Lenses |
Manufacturer No. | VE1228C |
Release date | 15.11.2016 |
Colour | Black |
Minimum focus distance | 0.18 m |
Lens type | Prime lens, Wide-angle lens |
Bayonet lens mount | Canon EF |
Focal length | 12 mm |
Min. focal length (exact) | 12 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 12 mm |
Aperture | 2.80 f/ |
Min. aperture | 22 f/ |
Sensor compatibility | full size |
Number of diaphragm blades | 7x |
Number of lenses | 16 |
Number of lens groups | 10 |
Lens equipment | Fixed front lens, Metal bayonet |
Focus type | Manual focus |
Min. focal length (exact) | 12 mm |
Max. Focal length (exact) | 12 mm |
Min. aperture opening | f/22 |
Max. aperture | f/2.8 |
Country of origin | China |
CO₂ emissions | 2.02 kg |
Climate contribution | CHF 0.11 |
Scope of delivery | Lens cap, Lens hood |
Weight | 609 g |
Length | 82.80 mm |
Diameter | 75 mm |
Length | 18 cm |
Width | 12 cm |
Height | 11 cm |
Weight | 980 g |
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Warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 5.Panasonic0.5 %
- 5.Sony0.5 %
- 7.Venus Optic0.6 %
- 8.Fujifilm0.7 %
- 8.Tamron0.7 %
Warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- Venus OpticNot enough data
- 1.TTArtisan2 days
- 1.Viltrox2 days
- 3.Laowa3 days
- 4.Fujifilm4 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Lenses» category returned?
Source: Digitec Galaxus- 4.Fujifilm5.6 %
- 4.Nikon5.6 %
- 6.Venus Optic6.9 %
- 7.TTArtisan7.3 %
- 8.Sigma7.5 %