Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens - Canon RF

Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens – 2:1 Magnification with APO Optics (Canon RF)

The Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon RF delivers extreme close-up capabilities with an APO optical design. It offers a 2:1 magnification ratio, letting photographers capture subjects at twice life size. Additionally, the lens combines macro performance with a telephoto focal length suitable for close-up portraits and detailed nature photography.

Detailed description

This lens targets photographers who need high magnification and refined image quality. With a 2:1 magnification ratio, it captures intricate details of insects, flowers, textures, and small objects. At the same time, its 100mm focal length and aperture allow pleasing subject separation for portrait work.

Laowa uses an apochromatic (APO) optical formula in this lens to reduce chromatic aberration and color fringing. As a result, the lens aims to provide clearer images with more accurate colors when shooting highly detailed subjects. The optical construction consists of 12 elements arranged in 10 groups to achieve the stated sharpness and resolution.

The lens focuses down to a minimum distance of 24.7 cm, enabling photographers to get very close to subjects and fully exploit the 2x magnification. In addition, the product description refers to a rounded diaphragm that produces smooth background blur. Note that the original source contains two descriptions of the diaphragm: one reference states a 9-blade rounded diaphragm, while another item in the feature list specifies a 13-blade rounded aperture.

Key features

• World’s First 100mm 2X Macro Lens: The lens is presented as the world's first 100mm lens offering a 2:1 magnification ratio.
• 2:1 Ultra Macro Capability: Enables extreme close-ups and highly detailed images of small subjects at twice life size.
• Minimum Focusing Distance (24.7 cm): Allows photographers to approach subjects closely for detailed macro work at 2x magnification.
• Apochromatic (APO) Optical Design: Minimizes chromatic aberration and color fringing to improve image clarity and color fidelity.
• Advanced Optical Design: The lens uses 12 elements in 10 groups to deliver sharpness and optical clarity.
• 13-Blade Rounded Aperture: The key features list describes a 13-blade rounded aperture intended to produce creamy background bokeh.
• Precise Manual Focus: The lens offers manual focus control for accurate focusing in critical macro and portrait situations.
• Robust Metal Build: The construction is described as durable metal, designed for reliability in professional use.

Use cases

Use this lens for detailed nature and macro photography of subjects such as insects and plants. It also suits product and texture photography where extreme magnification reveals fine surface detail. Furthermore, the 100mm focal length makes it usable for portrait work that benefits from separation between subject and background.

What’s in the box

• Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro Lens
• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap
• Lens Hood
• Lens Pouch

Technical specifications

FAQ

Question: Does this Laowa lens mount on Canon RF cameras?
Answer: Yes. The product is specified for the Canon RF mount.

Question: Is autofocus available with this lens?
Answer: No. The lens uses precise manual focus, so you control focus directly on the lens for critical macro and portrait work.

Question: What magnification can I achieve with this lens?
Answer: The lens provides a 2:1 magnification ratio, allowing you to capture subjects at twice life size for very detailed close-up images.

Question: How does the APO design affect image quality?
Answer: The apochromatic (APO) optical design reduces chromatic aberration and color fringing, which helps render clearer images with more accurate colors—especially important in high-magnification macro shots.

Question: What accessories are included in the package?
Answer: The box includes the Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro Lens, front and rear lens caps, a lens hood, and a lens pouch.