Laowa Argus 33mm f0.95 CF APO Lens for Sony E

Introducing a new addition to the Laowa Argus series of lenses, the Laowa Argus 33mm f0.95 CF APO has been specifically designed for use with APS-C sensors. It features an advanced and intricate Apochromatic optical design that is made up of fourteen glass lens elements arranged into nine groups, including one Extra-low Dispersion, one Aspherical and three UHR lens elements. Together this arrangement of lenses produces incredible image quality that has significantly reduced chromatic and spherical aberrations. The most notable feature of this lens is its ultra-fast, wide and bright f0.95 aperture. This 9-bladed aperture diaphragm enables excellent low-light performance and expressive control of depth of field that will elevate your stills and video to the next level.

Laowa Argus 33mm f0.95 CF APO Key Features:

• An incredible, ultra-fast, wide and bright f0.95 aperture
• Designed for use with APS-C format mirrorless camera
• An impressive and effective low-light performance
• Produces exquisitely smooth, unique and pleasing bokeh
• An advanced structure made up of 14 elements in 9 groups
• Apochromatic Optical Design (APO) for reduced chromatic aberration
• 1 Extra-low Dispersion, 1 Aspherical and 3 UHR lens elements
• A minimum focusing distance of just 35cm allows unique perspectives
• Internal focus helps stability and prevents dust entering the lens
• Stepless aperture ring & long-throw focus for videographers
• Low-focus breathing makes for more stable shooting
• A versatile lens for both photographers and videographers
• A premium finish, matching your camera construction
• Available for Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Canon R mounts

Expanded Laowa Argus 33mm f0.95 CF APO Key Features:

Ultra-Fast Aperture

A fast aperture is a hugely desirable feature of any lens as it first and foremost, provides you with enhanced low-light shooting, allowing more light to enter the lens and the use of faster shutter speeds when ambient light begins to fade. With the f0.95 aperture that this lens features, you're able to achieve much better low-light shooting with more options of whatever your photoshoot calls for. As well as excellent low-light performance, having such a wide and bright aperture provides you with increased control of depth-of-field, offering dramatic subject-background separation. And with its 9-bladed aperture diaphragm, this lens is capable of producing beautifully smooth and circular bokeh that further increases your production value, allowing you to capture engaging images that will stand out against the competition.

APO

The lens has been constructed with an APO, or, Apochromatic Optical Design. It's made up of fourteen high-quality lens elements, arranged into nine groups, including one Extra-low Dispersion Glass, one Aspherical Lens and three Ultra High Refraction Glass lenses. Together, this arrangement of lenses significantly reduces chromatic and spherical aberrations across each and every frame, and it's this advanced and intricate lens structure that is also able to produce impressively high-quality images rich in detail, clarity and accurate colour reproduction.

Functionality

This lens is surprisingly compact and lightweight considering the advanced lens structure and fast f0.95 maximum aperture. This ultimately aids handheld shooting for both videographers and photographers. Further aiding stability, the lens features an internal system that not only results in less lens movement and therefore allows for position-specific lens filters, but also prevents dust from entering the lens as you zoom in and out (something that is inevitable in standard zooms because of the vacuum that is created).

The design of this lens with the bright aperture makes for impeccable astrophotography, but there are functions put in place that wholly benefit videographers. These include a stepless aperture ring that makes for smoother adjustment of exposure in your film. There's also a long focus throw and low-focus breathing, both of which make for more professional productions, perfect for narrative filming.

What's in the box?

• 1 x Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO
• 1 x Front Lens Cap
• 1 x Rear Lens Cap
• 1 x Lens Hood

Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO Sample Images:

FAQs:

What sorts of photography is this lens good for?

With the ultra-fast f0.95 maximum aperture, this lens is well suited to low-light photography. Equally, the wide aperture allows you to get creative with depth-of-field and produce beautifully smooth and circular bokeh.

Is this suitable for use with a gimbal?

The lens weighs 590g and is just under 9cm in length, making it suitable for gimbal-use.

What size filter thread does this lens have?

This lens has a 62mm front filter thread.

Can this lens be used on full-frame camera sensors?

This lens has been specifically designed for use on APS-C sensors. The lens is available for different brands including Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z and Canon R APS-C mounts.