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Venus Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens for Canon RF

SKU: VE2040RF MFR: VE2040RF
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning architecture with the Laowa 20mm shift lens, perfect for Canon RF mount.
  • Enjoy exceptional image quality with minimal distortion using this specialized 20mm lens.
  • Achieve creative perspectives using the shift feature; ideal for real estate photography.
  • The f/4 aperture and 14-blade diaphragm create beautiful bokeh, enhancing your shots.
  • Manual focus lens allows precise control; get sharp, detailed images every time.
  • Durable build quality ensures this Laowa lens will be a reliable tool for years to come.
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2024-01-01T09:55:26

Rated 4 out of 5

Decent lens but not without flaws on a medium format

So haven't had a chance to put the lens through a rigorous set of images ( it arrived while I was on a shoot for one of the new US National Monuments) . The lens is very sharp even when viewed at 800% taken on a Fujifilm GFX100. The lens does let the user use all 102MP effectively. The biggest issue is while the specs state 8mm of shift on the Fujifilm GFX100, I found less than that in real world use, with more like 5-7mm. I also find that unless the hood is precisely positioned the edges of the lens hood to Intrude on the image even with 0mm shift.

CHARLES C.

2023-08-18T13:36:48

Rated 5 out of 5

Follow the lead

Very good lens, solid, easy to use - I think more lens manufacturers should follow the lead of Venus Laowa in producing more shift lenses, without tilt

EDUARD H.

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Venus 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Specifications

  • Mount

    Canon RF

  • Focal Length

    20mm

  • Aperture Range

    f/4 - 22

  • Lens Format

    Full Frame

  • Coverage of Image Circle

    2.55" (65mm)

  • Angle of View

    94.4 Degree

  • Lens Structure

    16 elements in 11 groups
    (2 aspherical elements and 3 ED elements)

  • Filter Size

    82mm

  • Aperture Blades

    14 blades

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.17x

  • Min. Focusing Distance

    9.84" (25cm)

  • In-Focus Driving Mode

    Manual (MF)

  • UPC Code

    6940486702613

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Designed For Use With:

  • Canon EOS R
  • Canon EOS R5
  • Canon EOS R6
  • Canon EOS R1
  • Canon EOS R3
  • Canon EOS R5 Mark II
  • Canon EOS R6 Mark II
  • Canon EOS R8
  • Canon EOS RP

Compatible With Restrictions:*

* If using a APS-C Lens on a Full Frame Camera OR Full-Frame Lens on a APS-C Camera then Image sensor will be narrowed down to APS-C size.

  • Canon EOS R10
  • Canon EOS R50
  • Canon EOS R7

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About Venus 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift

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Follow the lead

By EDUARD H.

Very good lens, solid, easy to use - I think more lens manufacturers should follow the lead of Venus Laowa in producing more shift lenses, without tilt

Explore the world of photography with the Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens for Canon RF, an ultra-wide-angle shift lens designed for precision and versatility. This lens boasts high image sharpness and near-zero distortion, making it a standout choice for photographers seeking superior image quality.

The Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens features a rotatable lens hood, designed to minimize flares and protect the front lens element. With a shift range of +/-11mm for full-frame cameras and +/-8mm for medium format cameras, this lens simplifies the task of capturing architectural and interior photography with corrected perspective.

This lens is a valuable addition to Laowa's Shift Lens line-up, offering a 20mm ultra-wide-angle lens that provides a 94.4-degree angle of view and up to 117 degrees for panorama photography. It expertly captures entire scenes while minimizing areas of emptiness, making it an ideal choice for architectural and interior photography where balance between subject and background is crucial.

The Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens offers a maximum shift amount of +/-11mm for full-frame cameras and +/-8mm for medium format cameras, such as Fujifilm GFX or Hasselblad X1D. This generous shift capability allows photographers to correct converging vertical lines created by distance, enabling the capture of straight architecture with ease.

With 16 elements in 11 groups, including 2 aspherical elements and 3 ED elements, this lens delivers outstanding optical performance. It provides impressive control over chromatic aberration and ensures consistent image sharpness from center to edge. As part of the "Zero-D" line, the lens offers near-zero distortion, ensuring straight lines are maintained from corner to corner, a must-have feature for architectural, commercial, interior, and landscape photographers.

The lens also features a 14-blade aperture, creating smooth and circular bokeh, an effect that is particularly striking in architectural photography. With a minimum focusing distance of 25cm, the Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens also supports close-up photography, allowing for the creation of wide-angle macro images without the need to switch lenses.

The 360-degree rotatable lens hood shades the front of the lens, preventing unwanted flares and washed-out images. The lens also features an 82mm filter thread, allowing for the use of screw-in filters, a more affordable and compact alternative to separate filter holders.

The specially designed lens support is compatible with both the 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift and 15mm f/4.5 Zero-D Shift lenses. The rotatable ring is particularly useful for maintaining the image axis when changing orientations and shifting, making it easier to achieve perfect stitching for panorama photography. Discover the difference with the Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens for Canon RF.

Venus 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Features

  • 20mm Ultra-Wide-Angle Lens
  • +/-11mm Shift Amount
  • Outstanding Optical Performance
  • "Zero" Distortion
  • 14-blade Aperture
  • Close Focusing Distance
  • 82mm Filter Thread
  • Rotatable Lens Hood

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 36 months.

Key Features

  • Capture stunning architecture with the Laowa 20mm shift lens, perfect for Canon RF mount.
  • Enjoy exceptional image quality with minimal distortion using this specialized 20mm lens.
  • Achieve creative perspectives using the shift feature; ideal for real estate photography.
  • The f/4 aperture and 14-blade diaphragm create beautiful bokeh, enhancing your shots.
  • Manual focus lens allows precise control; get sharp, detailed images every time.
  • Durable build quality ensures this Laowa lens will be a reliable tool for years to come.

What's in the box:

  • Venus Laowa 20mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens
  • Front and Rear Lens Caps
  • Venus 3 Year Limited Warranty