Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens - Sony FE

Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens – 2:1 Macro Magnification with Built-in LED Ring Light for Sony FE

The Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens for Sony FE offers a unique probe-style design that opens up new creative possibilities for macro photography and video. It lets filmmakers and photographers reach into tight spaces and capture subjects from unusual angles. The lens combines extreme close-up capability with integrated lighting, making it especially useful for work in confined, dark, or wet environments.

Key Features and What They Do

• Innovative Probe Design: Reach into narrow spaces, shoot near sensitive subjects, or position the lens where larger optics cannot fit.
• 2:1 Macro Magnification: Capture subjects at twice life-size magnification for revealing close-up detail not possible with standard lenses.
• Close Focusing Distance: Focus as close as 2 cm from the subject to record fine textures and small features while still being able to focus out to infinity.
• Built-in LED Ring Light: Evenly illuminate subjects inside dark or confined spaces with the integrated LED lighting at the front of the barrel.
• Advanced Optical Construction: An optical formula of 27 elements in 19 groups delivers the intended resolution, clarity, and color fidelity.
• Waterproof Front Barrel: Use the lens in wet environments or underwater situations without concern for the front section, expanding where you can shoot.
• Manual Focus and Aperture Control: Rely on mechanical, manual control for precise focus and aperture adjustments to achieve the exact look you want.

Optical Design and Performance

The lens uses a complex optical construction of 27 elements arranged in 19 groups to provide the intended high-resolution performance. As a result, it aims to deliver sharp images with clear detail and accurate color rendition across its close-focusing range and beyond. The design supports both detailed macro stills and creative video work where precise rendering matters.

Specifications

Typical Use Cases

Use this probe lens for situations where access and perspective matter. It suits macro photography of tiny subjects, detailed product shots, close-up wildlife work where you want minimal disturbance, and food photography with intimate framing. Filmmakers will find it valuable for creative video productions that require tight, immersive angles and shots inside confined spaces.

Included in the Box

• Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens
• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap
• USB cable (for LED power)
• Lens Case

FAQ

• Question: Is the Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens compatible with Sony FE cameras?
  Answer: Yes. This specific model is for the Sony FE mount, designed to attach directly to compatible Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras.
• Question: How close can I focus and what magnification will I get?
  Answer: The lens focuses as close as 2 cm and provides up to 2:1 magnification, allowing you to capture twice life-size detail at very short distances.
• Question: Does the lens have built-in lighting and how is it powered?
  Answer: The front of the barrel includes an integrated LED ring light. A USB cable is included in the box to supply power to the LEDs.
• Question: Can I use this lens underwater or in wet environments?
  Answer: The probe features a waterproof front barrel, which enables capturing images in wet environments or underwater situations as indicated by the manufacturer.
• Question: Does the lens support autofocus or electronic aperture control?
  Answer: No. The Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe Lens uses manual focus and manual aperture control, giving you direct, precise mechanical adjustments for creative control.