Laowa 8-16mm f/3.5-5 Zoom CF - Sony E

Laowa 8-16mm f/3.5-5 Zoom CF – Ultra-wide 121.9° to 83.3° field of view

The Laowa 8-16mm f/3.5-5 Zoom CF is an ultra-wide-angle zoom lens built for photographers and filmmakers who need expansive perspectives and portability. It covers a dramatic field of view from 121.9° at the widest to 83.3° at the tele end, enabling creative framing for landscapes, architecture, interiors, travel, and immersive video work.

Designed for wide-angle creativity and portability

First, the lens gives you a very wide focal range of 8mm to 16mm, which opens up dynamic compositional possibilities. Second, its compact and lightweight design makes it easy to carry during travel and to use handheld for long shooting sessions. Together, these features suit both landscape photographers and videographers who need mobility without sacrificing wide-angle reach.

Optical performance and control

The lens uses advanced glass elements, including extra-low dispersion (ED) and aspherical elements. These components work to reduce distortion, chromatic aberration, and color fringing. As a result, you get images with improved edge-to-edge sharpness and clearer color reproduction even at very wide angles.

In addition, the variable aperture of f/3.5-5 gives you brightness and depth-of-field control across the zoom range, while the aperture range extends to f/22 for greater depth and flexibility in different lighting conditions.

Key features

• Ultra-wide zoom range: 8mm to 16mm
• Aperture range: f/3.5-5 to f/22
• Wide-angle field of view: 121.9° to 83.3°
• Compact and lightweight design ideal for travel and handheld shooting
• Advanced optical design featuring ED and aspherical elements
• Reduced distortion and chromatic aberration
• Minimum focusing distance: 20cm
• Available mounts: Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Leica L, Fujifilm X

Each of these features supports practical use cases: the ultra-wide zoom range enables dramatic scenes; the variable aperture balances brightness and depth control; and the optical elements help deliver clearer images with less unwanted color fringing.

What’s in the box

• Laowa 8-16mm f/3.5-5 Zoom CF Lens
• Front and Rear Lens Caps
• Lens Hood
• Protective Lens Pouch

The included hood, caps and pouch let you protect and transport the lens safely from the first shoot onward.

Technical specifications

FAQ

Question: What focal lengths does the Laowa 8-16mm cover?
Answer: The lens covers an ultra-wide focal range from 8mm to 16mm, suitable for expansive scenes and dramatic perspectives.

Question: What aperture options are available on this lens?
Answer: It features a variable aperture of f/3.5-5 across the zoom range, with a minimum aperture of f/22 for increased depth of field control.

Question: Which camera mounts can I choose for this lens?
Answer: The Laowa 8-16mm is available for Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Leica L, and Fujifilm X mounts, giving options for several mirrorless systems.

Question: Is this lens suitable for travel and handheld shooting?
Answer: Yes. The lens is described as compact and lightweight, which makes it well-suited for travel and comfortable for handheld use during long shoots.

Question: How does the lens handle distortion and color fringing?
Answer: The optical design includes extra-low dispersion (ED) and aspherical elements to reduce distortion and chromatic aberration, helping to produce sharper images with accurate colors.

If you need more details on compatibility with a specific camera body or want to confirm mount availability, contact us and we will help you source the right version of the Laowa 8-16mm f/3.5-5 Zoom CF for your setup.