The Laowa 8-15mm f2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye Lens for Nikon Z offers circular (8mm, 180°) and rectangular (15mm) fisheye effects on full-frame sensors. With a constant f2.8 aperture, 16cm minimum focus distance, versatile zoom range, and full-sensor coverage, it excels in low light, astrophotography, and immersive wide-angle work. Its compact build suits handheld and mobile photography setups.
Laowa 8-15mm f2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye Lens for Nikon Z Key Features:
- Zoom fisheye lens for full-frame Nikon Z-mount cameras
- Ideal for landscapes, cityscapes, action, sports, and interiors
- 8-15mm zoom range enables dual fisheye effects
- Circular fisheye view at 8mm with 180° field of view
- Rectangular fisheye view at 15mm for full-frame coverage
- Constant f2.8 maximum aperture across the zoom range
- Optical construction featuring 13 elements in 9 groups
- Close focusing distance of just 16cm for close-ups
- Enables exaggerated POV and bugeye-style compositions
- Suitable for immersive 360° panoramas and VR workflows
- High optical performance for edge-to-edge image quality
- Compatible with high-resolution, full-frame sensors
- Manual focus for precise control in complex compositions
- Compact and lightweight for travel and handheld use
FAQs:
Is the Laowa 8-15mm f2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye Lens for Nikon Z autofocus or manual focus only?
The Laowa 8-15mm f2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye is a manual focus lens. It provides a 70° focus throw for smooth and precise focusing, especially useful when working with exaggerated depth and fisheye distortion. The dual focus scale displays both metric and imperial measurements, aiding accuracy during setup or focus pulls in video work.
How portable is the Laowa 8-15mm f2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye Lens for Nikon Z for field use?
With a weight of approximately 650g (excluding caps) and a compact form factor of around 94.5mm in length and 76.4mm in diameter (RF mount measured), the lens is reasonably portable for a full-frame zoom fisheye. Its size and manual controls make it suitable for gimbal work, drone mounting, and travel kits. The compact build does not compromise optical performance, making it a practical choice for outdoor or on-location shoots.
What sensor format is the Laowa 8-15mm f2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye Lens for Nikon Z designed for?
The Laowa 8-15mm f2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye Lens is specifically designed for full-frame cameras. It takes full advantage of the larger sensor area to deliver both circular and full-frame fisheye effects. Users of APS-C or cropped sensors may not achieve the intended visual output due to reduced angle of view and altered framing.
Product Specification
| Angle Of View | 175°-180° |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Colour | Black |
| Focal Length ~ Tele [mm] | 15.0 |
| Focal Length ~ Wide [mm] | 8.0 |
| Lens Elements | 13 |
| Lens Groups | 9 |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z-Mount |
| Max Aperture ~ Tele | 2.8 |
| Max Aperture ~ Wide | 2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | 22 |
| Minimum Focus Distance [m] | 0.16 |
| Mount | Nikon Z-Mount |
| Size | Approximately 94.5mm x 76.4mm |
| Weight [g] | 650.00 |
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