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What type of photography is the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens best suited for?

The Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens is ideally suited for landscape and architecture photography, as well as travel photography due to its compact and lightweight design.

What is special about the aperture system of the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens?

The aperture system of the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens is specifically designed to produce superior sun-star renderings. It incorporates 5 straight aperture blades that create sharp, clean 10-stroke sunstars.

What camera brands is the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens compatible with?

The Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens is compatible with full-frame L-mount cameras from Sigma, Panasonic, and Leica.

What accessories are included in the bundle with the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens?

The lens bundle includes a Laowa Magnetic Filter Holder, Laowa H&Y Magnetic Filter Frame, Cleaning Kit, and Cloth.

What is the focusing distance of the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens?

The Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens has one of the closest focusing distances among all UWA lenses for Sigma, Panasonic, and Leica cameras, focusing as close as 15cm.

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Review Summary

2020-01-06T06:49:09

Rated 2 out of 5

I Really Wanted to Like This Lens, But …

I wanted a hyper-wide full frame lens for my Sony a7Riii and this lens has a lot going for it. The zoom range of 10-18 is a nice complement to my 16-35. The fact it can use 37mm rear filters is a plus, as is the ability to use an adaptor for the Haida M-10 filter system. It’s unfortunate it does not transmit EXIF data, but I knew going in that it did not. Ultimately, however, it’s image quality that counts and that’s where this lens fails. On the plus side, it’s very sharp in the center. But it falls off significantly as you get close to the edges and the corners are pure mush at all focal lengths. I ended up going with the Voigtlander 10mm f/5.6. It’s smaller, lighter, communicates EXIF data and, most importantly, much sharper across the entire frame.

THOMAS E.

2019-02-08T13:24:26

Rated 4 out of 5

Looks like a winner

Seems good so far, gonna put it through a real world trial this weekend, the tests i did at home i got some reasonably sharp results expect the corners but that should be obvious they arnt going to be great at 10mm but over i love the size and feel

Kim K.

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Venus 10-18mm F/4.5 - 5.6 Specifications

  • Focal Length

    10 to 18mm

  • Maximum Aperture

    f/4.5 to 5.6

  • Minimum Aperture

    f/22

  • Lens Mount

    Sigma/Panasonic/Leica L Mount

  • Format Compatibility

    Full-Frame

  • Angle of View

    130 Degree 102'

  • Minimum Focus Distance

    5.91" (15cm)

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.25x

  • Macro Reproduction Ratio

    1:4

  • Optical Design

    14 Elements in 10 Groups

  • Diaphragm Blades

    5

  • Focus Type

    Manual Focus

  • Image Stabilization

    None

  • Filter Size

    37 mm (Rear)

  • Dimensions (Diameter x L)

    2.76 x 3.58" (70 x 90.9mm)

  • Weight

    1.09 lbs (496g)

  • UPC Code

    192223177161

About Venus 10-18mm F/4.5 - 5.6

Experience the unparalleled versatility and innovation of the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens, a high-quality, durable lens specifically designed for full-frame L-mount cameras from Sigma, Panasonic, and Leica. As the world's widest zoom lens for these camera models, it offers a unique perspective for landscape and architecture photography, making it an essential tool for travel photographers.

Weighing in at a mere 496g (1.1lb) and measuring less than 9.1 cm in length, this lens is the lightest and most compact in its class. Despite its small size, it delivers a wide angle of view ranging from 102 1/2 (18mm) to 130 1/2 (10mm), providing photographers with the flexibility to capture stunning images with ease.

The Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens features a carefully redesigned aperture system that produces the best sun-star renderings among all ultra-wide-angle (UWA) lenses on the market. With 5 straight aperture blades, it creates sharp, clean 10-stroke sunstars, adding a unique touch to your landscape photos.

This lens also incorporates a 37mm rear filter thread, allowing photographers to use ND filters effortlessly. Despite its compact size, it can accommodate a 100mm-wide filter system, offering a more affordable and less bulky alternative to the 150mm systems used by other UWA lenses.

With one of the closest focusing distances among all UWA lenses for Sigma, Panasonic, and Leica cameras, the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens can focus as close as 15cm, enabling you to capture mini-macro shots for added creativity. The lens also features a click/clickless aperture that can be toggled by a switch on the lens barrel, a feature that videographers will find extremely useful.

The lens is composed of 14 elements in 10 groups, including 2 aspherical elements and 1 extra-low dispersion element. This patented optical design minimizes distortion and chromatic aberrations while delivering superb optical performance from corner to corner.

The lens bundle includes a Laowa Magnetic Filter Holder, Laowa H&Y Magnetic Filter Frame, Cleaning Kit, and Cloth, providing added value and convenience for photographers. With its innovative design and reliable performance, the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens is a versatile addition to any photographer's gear.

Venus 10-18mm F/4.5 - 5.6 Features

  • The Widest FE lens
  • Super compact & lightweight
  • 37mm Rear filter slot
  • Short Focusing Distance as close as 15cm for some mini-macro shooting
  • Magnetic Front Filter Holder for 100mm-wide filters
  • 10-points sunstars rendering, Best tool for nightscape photography
  • Easy conversion between photo/ video mode with a Click/clickless aperture design

Key Features

  • World's widest zoom lens for Sigma, Panasonic, and Leica full-frame L-mount cameras
  • Compact and lightweight design, ideal for travel photography
  • Unique aperture system for superior sun-star renderings
  • 37mm rear filter thread and compatibility with 100mm-wide filter systems
  • Closest focusing distance among all UWA lenses, enabling mini-macro shots

What's in the box:

  • Venus 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Lens
  • Front Lens Cap
  • Rear Lens Cap
  • Venus 3 Year Limited Warranty
  • Bundle Includes:
  • Laowa Magnetic Filter Holder
  • Laowa H&Y Magnetic Filter Frame
  • ProOptic Complete Optics Care and Cleaning Kit
  • Adorama Microfiber Cleaning Cloth