Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens - Nikon F

Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens (Nikon F) – 2:1 Ultra Macro Magnification for Detailed Close-Ups

The Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO is a telephoto macro lens for Nikon F mount that delivers a remarkable 2:1 magnification ratio. It targets photographers who need extreme close-up capability while maintaining high image quality. You can use it to capture insects, plants, flowers, textures and other tiny subjects at twice life-size. At the same time, the focal length also makes it useful for portrait work with pleasing subject separation.

Key features and what they mean for your photography

• World’s First 100mm 2X Macro Lens: This lens is presented as the first 100mm lens offering 2:1 magnification, enabling images at twice life-size for exceptional detail.
• 2:1 Ultra Macro Capability: You can make extreme close-ups of small subjects, showing fine textures and tiny structures that are not visible at lower magnifications.
• Minimum Focusing Distance (24.7 cm): The lens focuses down to 24.7 cm, allowing you to get very close to your subject and fill the frame with small objects at high magnification.
• Apochromatic (APO) Optical Design: Laowa’s APO formula helps minimize chromatic aberration and color fringing, which improves color accuracy and clarity in detailed macro images.
• Advanced Optical Construction: The optical layout comprises 12 elements in 10 groups to deliver sharpness and resolution across the image.
• Diaphragm / Bokeh: The original description lists a 9-blade rounded diaphragm in one section and a 13-blade rounded aperture in another. Both blade counts and rounded designs are noted in the product text as contributing to smooth, pleasing background blur.
• Precise Manual Focus: The lens uses manual focusing to allow accurate control, which is critical for macro work and careful portrait focusing.
• Robust Metal Build: The lens features a durable metal construction, designed for reliability in professional and enthusiast use.

Optical quality and practical use

With the APO optical formula and the 12-element, 10-group construction, this lens prioritizes sharpness and color fidelity. Consequently, you get true-to-life colors and minimal fringing when shooting detailed subjects. Moreover, the long working distance afforded by the 100mm focal length helps when photographing insects and delicate subjects where space matters.

Furthermore, although primarily a macro lens, the 100mm focal length and the rounded diaphragm produce attractive background separation. Therefore, you can also apply this lens to portraiture when you need subject isolation combined with high resolving power.

What’s in the box

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

Specifications

FAQ

Question: Is this lens compatible with Nikon F cameras?
Answer: Yes. The product listing specifies the Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro is for the Nikon F mount.

Question: How close can I get to my subject for 2:1 magnification?
Answer: The lens focuses down to a minimum distance of 24.7 cm, which enables 2:1 magnification and lets you capture very fine detail at extreme close range.

Question: Does this lens reduce chromatic aberration?
Answer: The lens features an apochromatic (APO) optical design. This APO formula is intended to minimize chromatic aberration and color fringing for cleaner colors and improved clarity in macro shots.

Question: What aperture blade count should I expect for bokeh quality?
Answer: The product text mentions rounded diaphragm blades in two places: a 9-blade rounded diaphragm in one paragraph and a 13-blade rounded aperture in the features. Both references appear in the original description and indicate that the lens is designed to produce smooth background blur.

Question: Is the focus operation manual or autofocus?
Answer: The lens uses precise manual focus, which gives you fine control required for critical macro work and careful portrait focusing.