Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro APO (Manual Focus) Canon RF

Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5X Ultra Macro APO — Outstanding macro performance with apochromatic correction

Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5X Ultra Macro APO is the perfect choice for photographers seeking a tele-macro lens with high magnification and exceptional image quality. With its ability to deliver up to 1.5:1 magnification, this lens is ideal for both professional and hobby photographers who want to capture details that are invisible to the naked eye. Whether you are photographing insects, small animals, or product images, this lens offers a unique combination of reach and precision, making it an indispensable tool in your camera gear.

Key optical features

This lens is equipped with a range of advanced optical features that ensure outstanding image quality. With a magnification of 1.5×, you can capture details that exceed life size, which is particularly valuable in macro photography. The minimum focusing distance of 30 cm and the generous working distance of 147.6 mm make it easy to compose images and illuminate subjects without disturbing them. The apochromatic design minimizes both longitudinal and lateral chromatic aberrations, resulting in cleaner colors both in focus and out of focus. With a 9-element and 12-group optical construction, you get consistent sharpness and fantastic texture rendering.

Design, handling, and compatibility

Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5X Ultra Macro APO is designed to provide full-frame coverage with a narrow field of view of 13.7°, offering a telephoto perspective and strong image compression. The 9-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh, and the lens front is adapted for Ø62 mm filters, giving you greater control over light and effects. Modern technology has been integrated into the design, including a function button, electronic contacts marked E/Z/EF, and a USB-C port for easier workflow integration and firmware updates where applicable.

The lens offers autofocus support on Sony E, Nikon Z, and Canon EF mounts from 1.5 m to infinity. To activate autofocus, turn the focus ring to the infinity mark according to the manual. With an EF-to-RF adapter, you can also use autofocus on Canon RF cameras when using the Canon EF version.

Applications

This lens is perfect for a variety of photography situations where extra reach and accuracy are crucial. Here are some typical applications:

• Field macro photography of insects and small animals, where a longer working distance is important to avoid disturbing the subject.
• Product photography and texture photography that require detail and precision.
• Scenarios where telecompression and controlled background separation contribute to improved image composition.

What’s included in the package

• Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5X Ultra Macro APO lens
• Front and rear lens caps

Technical specifications

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum magnification that the lens can achieve?
The lens has a maximum magnification of 1.5×.

What is the minimum focusing distance for this lens?
The minimum focusing distance is 30 cm.

What type of diaphragm does the lens have?
The lens has a 9-blade diaphragm.

What types of photography situations is this lens suitable for?
This lens is perfect for field macro photography of insects and small animals, product photography, and structural photography.