Venus Optics Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D Overview
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 14-blade iris creates a subtle sun-star effect, lending images a unique visual element.
 
Integrating seamlessly into Sony E-mount mirrorless camera systems, 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.
True-to-Life Optics
Ultra-wide 122° field of view with minimal distortion and edge-to-edge sharpness
f/2.8 to f/22 aperture benefits low-light photography and enables precise depth control
14-blade diaphragm creates a softer sun-star effect than the 5-blade variant
16-element, 9-group structure with 2 aspherical and 4 low-dispersion elements
Improved Design
Manual focus ring with a minimum focus distance of 5.5"
Compact form factor of 3 x 3.1" is ideal for mirrorless cameras
Weighs just 0.8 lb for handheld operation, or use with gimbals and drones
Native Sony E-mount and integrated 72mm front filter thread