Laowa - Lente Venus Optics 8-15mm f/2.8 Fisheye (FUJIFILM G)

The Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye Lens is a versatile full-frame fisheye zoom lens designed for photographers and content creators seeking bold, creative perspectives. Offering a unique dual fisheye effect with a dramatic circular view at 8mm and a vignetted rectangular view at 15mm, this lens eliminates the need to choose between two separate fisheye primes. With a constant f/2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range, a compact and lightweight all-metal build, and a close minimum focusing distance of just 6.3 inches (16 cm), the Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 delivers outstanding image quality and creative flexibility for landscape photography, astrophotography, action sports, 360° panoramas, vlogging, and architectural interiors.

Available for Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Leica L, Fujifilm GFX, and Hasselblad XCD mounts, this manual focus lens is an affordable alternative to discontinued DSLR fisheye zooms. Priced at approximately $699, it offers exceptional value for photographers who want to explore the creative possibilities of fisheye distortion without compromising on optical performance.

Key Features
Dual Fisheye Effect in One Lens – Zoom from 8mm for a dramatic circular fisheye image to 15mm for a vignetted rectangular fisheye that fills the full-frame sensor. This 2-in-1 capability gives you complete creative control over the intensity of fisheye distortion.

Constant f/2.8 Fast Aperture – Maintains a bright f/2.8 aperture across the entire 8-15mm zoom range, ensuring consistent exposure and outstanding low-light performance for astrophotography, indoor shooting, and evening sessions. The fast aperture also enables shallow depth of field for subject isolation with pleasing background blur.

180° Angle of View – At 8mm, the lens delivers a full 180° angle of view, capturing expansive scenes in a single frame with edge-to-edge clarity. At 15mm, the angle of view narrows to approximately 175°, still providing an ultra-wide perspective.

Close Minimum Focusing Distance of 6.3 Inches (16 cm) – Get incredibly close to your subjects while maintaining sharp focus, allowing for dramatic close-up shots with exaggerated fisheye distortion and beautiful bokeh.

All-Metal Durable Construction – Built with a robust aluminum housing that feels solid and premium, ensuring long-lasting durability for professional use in demanding environments.

Internal Zoom Design – The rotary internal zoom mechanism maintains a constant lens length during zooming, providing better sealing against dust and moisture, eliminating zoom creep, and preserving weight balance.

Manual Focus with Distance Scale – Precision manual focus control with a 70° focus throw allows fine-tuned adjustments for artistic and professional results. The vast depth of field typical of ultra-wide lenses makes manual focusing straightforward.

9-Blade Diaphragm – Produces smooth, circular bokeh for aesthetically pleasing out-of-focus areas.

Compact and Lightweight – Weighing approximately 650 grams (22.9 oz) with a maximum diameter of 95 mm and a length of 76 mm (varies slightly by mount), this lens is easy to carry for on-the-go content creation.

Use Cases
Landscape Photography – Capture vast, sweeping vistas with dramatic fisheye distortion that adds a unique artistic flair to wide-open spaces.

Astrophotography – The fast f/2.8 aperture and ultra-wide 180° field of view make this lens ideal for capturing the night sky, Milky Way, and celestial events.

Action Sports – Inject energy and dynamism into extreme sports photography with exaggerated perspective and wide-angle coverage.

360° Panoramas – The expansive angle of view simplifies the creation of immersive panoramic images for virtual tours and interactive content.

Architectural and Interior Photography – Emphasize the scale and geometry of buildings and interior spaces with dramatic wide-angle distortion.

Vlogging and Content Creation – The compact, lightweight design and wide field of view make this lens a favorite among vloggers and drone-based creators.

Creative Portraiture – The close focusing distance and fast aperture enable unique close-up portraits with exaggerated perspective and soft background blur.

What's Included in the Box
Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye Lens

Front Lens Cap

Rear Lens Cap