Laowa Aksen 17.5mm f/1.7 5-10X Ultra Macro APO (Coaxial Illumination Version) MFT

Laowa Aksen 17.5 mm f/1.7 5–10X Ultra Macro APO with Coaxial Lighting

Discover the amazing world of macro photography with the Laowa Aksen 17.5 mm f/1.7 5–10X Ultra Macro APO. This lens is perfect for both professional and enthusiastic filmmakers who want to explore the details of their surroundings. With an extreme magnification of 5 to 10 times, you can capture stunning close-ups that are difficult to achieve with traditional lenses.

Outstanding Features and Benefits

The Laowa Aksen 17.5 mm offers a revolutionary zoom function, where the zoom ring can be rotated throughout the entire magnification range without requiring refocusing. This means you can easily adjust the magnification without having to change focus, providing a smooth and efficient workflow. With a fixed working distance of 22.48 mm, you can keep the camera, subject, and lighting setup stable while changing the magnification.

The apochromatic (APO) optical design minimizes chromatic aberration and color fringing, which is important at higher magnifications. This version of the lens also supports coaxial lighting and can be combined with the optional Laowa USB coaxial light to ensure even and shadow-free illumination of the subject.

Optical Design and Specifications

The Laowa Aksen 17.5 mm consists of 17 lens elements arranged in 12 groups and has a diaphragm with 11 blades. The aperture range extends from f/1.7 to f/5.6, providing great flexibility in various lighting conditions. The manually focused lens is designed to fit Micro Four Thirds cameras, making it an excellent choice for those working with this system.

Specifications

• Full-Frame Coverage: Yes
• Zoom Range: 5–10X
• Optical Design: 17 elements in 12 groups
• Aperture: 11 blades, f/1.7–f/5.6
• Focus: Manual focusing
• Working Distance: 22.48 mm
• Coaxial Lighting: Support for even illumination
• Mount: Micro Four Thirds

What’s included in the package: 1x Laowa Aksen 17.5 mm f/1.7 5–10X Ultra Macro APO with coaxial lighting, MFT mount.

Frequently asked questions

What type of cameras is the Laowa Aksen 17.5 mm f/1.7 5–10X Ultra Macro APO designed for?
It is designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras.

What is the zoom range for this macro lens?
The zoom range is 5–10X.

How many lens elements does the lens consist of and how are they distributed?
The lens consists of 17 lens elements distributed in 12 groups.

What aperture range does the Laowa Aksen 17.5 mm f/1.7 offer?
The aperture range extends from f/1.7 to f/5.6.

What is the fixed working distance for this lens?
The fixed working distance is 22.48 mm.