Lens Details
Laowa
17mm f/4 Zero-D Shift
$999~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: May 1, 2026
Who it's for
The Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D Shift is a 17mm f/4 prime lens — a wide-angle option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Landscapes, interiors and architecture — a wide 17mm field of view.
Keep in mind
- !Aperture tops out at f/4 — less low-light headroom and background blur than faster lenses.
- !Manual focus only — no autofocus.
17mm
Focal Length
f/4
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
770g
Weight
86mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 17mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 18 |
| Optical Groups | 12 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 14 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 104° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | No |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | Manual |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 25 cm |
| Max Magnification | − |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | Yes |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $999 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 86mm |
| Diameter | 93mm |
| Length | 110mm |
| Weight | 770g (1.70 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | No |
| Tripod Collar | No |
