Venus Optics officially announced the previously reported Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO autofocus full-frame lens for Nikon Z-mount. Orders are now open at the Laowa online store (coming soon to B&H Photo). Key features of the lens:
- Telephoto-macro in a compact, lightweight design
- Up to 1.5x macro magnification for highly detailed close-ups
- 270mm full-frame equivalent on Fujifilm X APS-C cameras
- 30cm minimum focusing distance
- AF from 1.5m to infinity, with autofocus assistance for macro stacking
- APO optical design for reduced chromatic aberration
“The Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X AF Macro APO redefines wide-angle macro photography as the world’s first full-frame autofocus 35mm lens to offer true 1:1 magnification. Its dual-mode hybrid focus system combines responsive autofocus for everyday shooting with tactile macro focus assistance for precision close-up work and focus stacking. With APO optics, edge-to-edge sharpness, a fast f/2.8 aperture, smooth bokeh, and a rugged weather-resistant all-metal body, the ACRIS captures intricate detail while preserving the character and depth of the surrounding environment.”
