Venus Optics Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D AF Lens (Nikon Z, 5-Blade Aperture)

Capture natural, wide-angle images with minimal distortion using this Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D MF Lens from Venus Optics. Pairing its Zero-D design with an ultra-wide, 122° field of view, this 12mm lens provides outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness across broad compositions, making it an ideal choice for landscape, architecture, and real estate photography. When pointed at strong light sources, the five-blade iris creates a striking 10-point sun-star effect, lending images a unique visual element.

 

Integrating seamlessly into Nikon Z-mount mirrorless camera systems with support for autofocus, the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite has a compact and lightweight design that keeps rigs manageable. The maximum aperture of f/2.8 creates pleasing bokeh in out-of-focus areas, while the minimum aperture of f/22 maximizes detail, capturing scenes with lifelike accuracy.