Lens Details
Laowa
180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro APO AF
$999~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: August 1, 2024
Highlights
- A full-frame 180mm f/4.5 macro prime for Sony E — built for close-up and detail work.
- Reproduces subjects at up to 1.5x magnification with close focusing to 230cm for true close-up detail.
- Weather-sealed against dust and moisture, and it is relatively compact at 670g.
Who it's for
The Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro APO AF is an 180mm f/4.5 prime lens — a telephoto option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Macro and close-ups — 1.5x magnification.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
Keep in mind
- !Aperture tops out at f/4.5 — less low-light headroom and background blur than faster lenses.
180mm
Focal Length
f/4.5
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
670g
Weight
67mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 180mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 12 |
| Optical Groups | 9 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/4.5 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 14° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | STM |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 230 cm |
| Max Magnification | 1.5x |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $999 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 67mm |
| Diameter | 82mm |
| Length | 214mm |
| Weight | 670g (1.48 lb) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
