Review Summary
Canon EF
100mm
26.1 Degree
T2.9-22
Full Frame
12 elements in 10 groups
13
9.72" (24.7cm)
2.79" (7.1cm)
2:1
Manual Focus
270 Degree
3.03" (77mm)
2.1 lbs (957g) (Approx.)
Take your cinematography to the next level with the Laowa 100mm T2.9 2x Macro APO Cine Lens for Canon EF. This lens is a unique fusion of macro and cinema capabilities, a combination rarely found in the market. With a 26.1-degree angle of view on full-frame sensors, this lens offers a broad perspective for capturing detailed and vibrant images.
The large T2.9 aperture of this lens allows for a shallower depth of field, enabling you to create stunningly focused shots with beautifully blurred backgrounds. The standout feature of this lens is its 2x magnification, offering unparalleled flexibility in shooting and allowing you to capture intricate details of your subjects.
The lens features a stepless aperture ring, providing smooth iris control for seamless exposure adjustments. It also comes with an industrial standard 0.8 mod gear on both aperture and focus rings, ensuring precision and ease of use. The lens is designed with a standard 77mm filter thread, making it easy to mount screw-in filters.
The Laowa 100mm T2.9 2x Macro APO Cine Lens boasts an Apochromat (APO) design, minimizing chromatic aberration both in-focus and out-of-focus areas. This feature ensures less post-production work, saving you valuable time. The lens is composed of 2 ELD glasses, delivering stunning details and contrast from center to corner of your images.
The lens is assembled with 13 aperture blades, creating a round and pleasant bokeh effect. The internal focusing design not only prevents collision with your subjects but also keeps dust and debris from entering the lens.
Designed with professional cine-style housing, this lens is optimized for film and video production. The metal enclosure enhances durability, and a lens support can be easily installed with the tab-threaded tip 3/8". The lens comes with a protective case for all-rounded protection.
The 100mm macro cine lens features a 240-degree focus throw, allowing for more precise focus. The lens also includes dual scale (m/ft) on the body, catering to both imperial and metric users.
In conclusion, the Laowa 100mm T2.9 2x Macro APO Cine Lens for Canon EF is a versatile and high-quality lens that offers exceptional image quality and professional-level features for all your cinematography needs.