Laowa - 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens for (Sigma/Panasonic/Leica) L

Laowa VE1545LR - 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens for (Sigma/Panasonic/Leica) L

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Laowa VE1545LR - 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens for (Sigma/Panasonic/Leica) L
Laowa VE1545LR - 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens for (Sigma/Panasonic/Leica) L
Laowa VE1545LR - 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens for (Sigma/Panasonic/Leica) L
Laowa VE1545LR - 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift Lens for (Sigma/Panasonic/Leica) L
Pairing an exceptionally wide field of view with the ability to correct for perspective distortion, the Sigma/Panasonic/Leica L-mount Laowa 15mm f/4.5R Zero-D Shift from Venus Optics is an ideal lens for architecture and interior applications.
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Combining an exceptionally wide field of view with the ability to correct perspective distortion, the Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5 Zero-D Shift lens for Leica L mount is ideal for architectural and interior applications. The wide 110° angle of view is complemented by an impressive +/- 11mm shift range to compensate for unwanted converging lines and keystone distortion. This shift control is further enhanced by a 360° rotation mechanism applying movements in various directions to accommodate both horizontal and vertical shooting orientations. Additionally, as a member of the Zero-D lens series, this 15mm f/4.5 also renders scenes with a high degree of accuracy and very low distortion. In terms of optics, two aspherical elements and three extra-low dispersion elements are present, which reduce both spherical and chromatic aberrations for high sharpness and clarity. An anti-reflective coating also helps to control flare and ghosting for increased contrast and colour rendering. The lens uses a manual focus design to work with subjects as close as 20 cm and features a five-blade diaphragm to produce distinct 10-point sunstars. As a member of the Zero-D series, this lens has a rectilinear design that renders subjects with minimal distortion to suit architectural, interior, and landscape applications. A built-in +/- 11mm shift adjustment helps to correct perspective distortion and eliminate keystone distortion. The improved 14-blade diaphragm creates exceptional sunstars when used at higher apertures and enhances the quality of out-of-focus areas. The large 65mm diameter image circle easily covers full-frame sensors without any vignetting. Shift control works in conjunction with 360° rotation to apply shift in various directions, benefiting switching between vertical and horizontal shooting orientations, and the rotation mechanism has click stops at 15° increments for intuitive handling. Two aspherical elements limit spherical aberrations and distortion for improved sharpness and accurate rendering. Three extra-low dispersion elements reduce chromatic aberrations and colour fringing for increased clarity and colour neutrality. The updated anti-reflective coating suppresses flare and ghosting for improved contrast and increased colour accuracy when working in strong lighting conditions. Manual focus design and a minimum focusing distance of 20 cm suit working with close-up subjects. Compatible with the optional lens shift support for more balanced mounting and to better enable using the lens for parallax-free shift panorama shooting.

 

Specifications

 

Focal length 15mm
Maximum aperture f/4.5
Minimum aperture f/22
Lens mount Leica L
Lens format Full frame
Angle of view 110°
Shift Shift of +/- 11 mm
Minimum focus distance 20 cm
Optical design 17 elements in 11 groups
Diaphragm blades 14
Focus type Manual focus
Image stabilisation No
Tripod collar Removable (optional)
Filter size None
Dimensions (ø x L) 79 x 103 mm
Weight 597 g
Packaging information  
Package weight 1.22 kg
Box dimensions (L x W x H) 21.8 x 11.9 x 11.4 cm
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