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Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF

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Table of Contents / Table des matières hide
1 Presentation
1.1 Specifications
1.1 AF Performances
2 Optical performances / Performances Optiques
2.1 Sharpness / Piqué
2.2 Vignetting , chromatic aberrations , distorsion, flare , sunstars
2.2 Vignettage, aberrations chromatiques, distorsion, flare , effets d’étoiles
2.3 Bokeh / Color rendition – Bokeh / Rendu des Couleurs
3 Video
4 Comparison with other 12mm
5 Sample of Photos / Exemples de Photos
6 Conclusion
6 Conclusion
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1 Presentation

1.1 Specifications

  • Weight : 377g
  • Price : 829 euros
  • Aperture : F2.8 – F22
  • Length : 76,5mm
  • Filter : 72mm
  • 5 straight blades aperture
  • 122° angle of view
  • Minimal focusing distance : 14 cm
  • Max Magnification : 0,21x
  • Removable Lens hood included

The Laowa 12mm F2.8 is a new AF version of the Laowa 12mm F2.8 Zero Distorsion but it has a new optical formula

The lens is quite light and of a medium size. The build quality is excellent, the lens has a MF/AF switch. The lens accept standard 72mm filter

Close-up of the Laowa 12mm F2.8 Zero-D camera lens showing its sleek design and specifications.
Image of the Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF lens featuring a sleek design with a blue accent and textured grip.
Image showing the Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF lens with a sleek design, featuring an autofocus/manual focus switch and a removable lens hood.
Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF lens with a focus switch, featuring a textured design and a blue ring.
Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF lens positioned at an angle, showcasing its front element, with a black and blue design.

  • Poids : 377g
  • Prix : 829 euros
  • Ouverture : F2.8 – F22
  • Longueur : 76,5mm
  • Filtre : 72mm
  • Diaphragme à 5 lamelles
  • Distance minimale de mise au point : 14 cm
  • Rapport de grossissement : 0,21x
  • Angle de vue de 122°
  • Pare soleil amovible

Le Laowa 12mm F2.8 est la nouvelle version avec AF du Laowa 12mm F2.8 Zero Distorsion. La formule optique est assez différente

L’objectif est assez léger et de taille moyenne. La qualité de construction est excellente, il dispose d’un bouton AF/MF. L’objectif accepte les filtres standards de 72mm

Photo of a Sony A7R camera with an attached Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF lens, showcasing the lens design and camera body.
A Sony Alpha 7R camera with a Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF lens attached, prominently showcasing the lens design and camera body.

1.1 AF Performances

  • AF performances is very good in photography, including in burst mode. AF performances in video is average with some hunting
  • Les performances AF sont très bonnes en photographie , y compris en mode rafale. Les performances AF en vidéo sont par contre moyenne avec certains effets de pompage
A cyclist wearing a bright yellow jacket rides down a bicycle lane beside a city street lined with modern buildings, with some pedestrians and vehicles in the distance under a cloudy sky.
A cyclist wearing a bright yellow jacket and red helmet rides through an urban crosswalk with tall buildings in the background and traffic approaching.
A cyclist wearing a bright yellow jacket and red helmet rides through an urban street with modern buildings in the background.
Wide urban scene featuring a pedestrian plaza with people walking, modern buildings in the background, and construction scaffolding visible.
A person riding an electric scooter on a city square with buildings and pedestrians in the background.
A person wearing headphones rides an electric scooter through a city square with modern buildings in the background.
A person riding a scooter on a pedestrian street, with modern buildings and a large sign in the background.

2 Optical performances / Performances Optiques

  • The tests were made on a Sony A7RV with its 61Mpix
  • Les tests ont été effectués sur un A7RV avec ses 61Mpix

2.1 Sharpness / Piqué

A performance comparison table showing sharpness ratings for a camera lens at various apertures (F2.8, F4, F5.6, F8, F11, F16) for both center and corners.

  • In the centre : the sharpness is excellent wide open
  • The corners are good wide open and best at F5.6 (very good)
  • Au centre : le piqué est excellent dès la pleine ouverture
  • Les coins sont bons à pleine ouverture et atteignent leur apogée (très bon à F5.6)

Centre / Centre

A cozy interior scene featuring two light-colored bookshelves filled with books, decorative items, and a small dining table. The room is well-lit with wall-mounted lights and a natural light source, showcasing a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F8
  • F11
  • F16

Corners / Coins

A living room scene with wooden flooring, featuring a table, chairs, a cabinet, and decorative items like a flower arrangement and books, all captured from a low angle.
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F8
  • F11
  • F16

Distant subjects / Sujets distants

  • Same performance , excellent in the centre wide open, best on entire field at F5.6
  • Même performance : excellent au centre à pleine ouverture, optimum sur tout le champ à F5.6
Close-up of a building facade featuring a colorful mural, predominantly showing a stylized portrait.
F2.8 centre
Close-up of a colorful mural depicting a person, integrated into a glass building facade.
F5.6 centre
Close-up view of a modern building facade with angular glass panels reflecting light.
F2.8 corner
Close-up view of a modern building facade showcasing a diagonal arrangement of glass panels with reflections and light patterns.
F5.6 corner
A bustling urban scene featuring a modern architectural structure with a unique design, surrounded by city buildings, pedestrians, and bicycles in a metropolitan area.
Detailed view of ornate architecture on historical buildings featuring intricate decorations and golden accents.
F2.8 centre
Detailed view of ornate historical buildings with decorative architectural elements and sculptures.
F5.6 centre
Close-up of architectural details featuring decorative golden elements and ornate stonework on a building.
F2.8 corner
Close-up of a decorative architectural element featuring golden accents and a gray stone facade.
F5.6 corner
Wide view of a bustling city square with historical buildings, people walking, and a bright blue sky with clouds.
Close-up view of ornate architectural details featuring windows and decorative elements in a historical building.
F2.8
Close-up view of ornate architectural details on a historical building facade, featuring decorative gold accents and large windows.
F5.6
Vibrant photo of a historic square with ornate buildings and a blue sky, bustling with people enjoying outdoor seating.
Close-up view of a modern glass building, showcasing a blend of angular and curved architectural elements with a mix of greenery in the foreground.
F2.8 centre
Close-up of modern architecture featuring intricate glass and metal details, including overlapping windows and curved structures, with green foliage in the foreground.
F5.6 centre
A view of a park with lush greenery and a pond, showcasing modern buildings in the background under a cloudy sky.
centre
A wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees, leading towards a modern building in the distance.
corner
Close-up view of a modern building's curved glass facade with reflections and blue tones.
F2.8 corner
Close-up of a modern building facade with curved edges and large blue glass windows reflecting light.
F5.6 corner

Portraits

  • Even if not intended for portraits , : very good results at f2.8 and excellent at F4
  • Même si pas conçu pour le portrait : très bon résultats à F2.8 et excellent à F4

Close-up portrait of a smiling woman with curly hair, taken in a vibrant urban setting.
F2.8
Close-up of a human eye, showcasing intricate details of the eyelashes, iris, and pupil.
Close-up portrait of a person with curly hair, smiling, set in a vibrant outdoor urban environment with people in the background.
F4
Close-up image of a human eye, featuring dark eyelashes and a reflection in the pupil.
Close-up portrait of a woman with curly hair smiling in a busy shopping arcade.
F5.6
Close-up of a human eye showcasing detailed eyelashes and brown iris.

2.2 Vignetting , chromatic aberrations , distorsion, flare , sunstars

  • Vignetting is very strong at F2.8, low at F11
  • Distorsion is very low
  • Chromatic aberrations are low but present
  • The resistance to flare is relatively good but you can get some flare when pointing to the sun
  • The lens can produce nice sunstars with 10 branches as of F5.6

2.2 Vignettage, aberrations chromatiques, distorsion, flare , effets d’étoiles

  • Le vignettage est très fort à F2.8, faible à F11
  • La distorsion est très faible
  • Les aberrations chromatiques sont très faibles
  • La résistance au flare est bonne pour un grande angle. Mais on peut avoir des effets de halos en pointant directement vers le soleil
  • L’optique produit de beaux effets d’étoiles à 10 branches à partir de F5.6
Interior view of a room featuring two cabinets filled with books, a round wooden table, and decorative elements including a branch with flowers and wall sconces, creating a cozy atmosphere.
not corrected
Interior view of a cozy room featuring two light-colored cabinets filled with books, a small table with flowers and magazines, and decorative lights on the walls.
corrected
A view of green foliage with sunlight shining through, showcasing a blue sky partially covered with clouds and a corner of a building.
F2.8 CA / AC
Close-up of vibrant green leaves with sunlight shining through, creating a bright and luminous background.
Crop 100%
A low-angle view of green foliage with the sun shining in the background, casting lens flare effects against a blue sky with white clouds.
F16
A view of greenery and sunlight filtering through leaves, with a sunburst effect visible in the top corner of the image.
F16
Vibrant urban square featuring a grand building with classical architecture, surrounded by modern structures under a bright blue sky filled with fluffy clouds.
F2.8
Wide-angle photograph of a town square featuring a large classical building, with blue sky and clouds in the background.
F16

2.3 Bokeh / Color rendition – Bokeh / Rendu des Couleurs

  • The background blur is a bit nervous and not very soft
  • Bokeh balls are small but present thanks to the very short min focusing distance
  • The color rendition is very good
  • Le flou d’arrière plan est assez nerveux, pas très doux
  • Les ronds de Bokeh sont petits mais présent grâce à la distance min de mise au point très courte
  • Le rendu des couleurs est très bon
A close-up of a Playmobil figure dressed in a suit with a blue tie, positioned on a black surface, with blurred interior background featuring glass doors.
F2.8
A close-up of a Playmobil figure wearing a suit, placed on a surface, with blurred doors in the background.
F4
Close-up of a Playmobil figure in formal attire, positioned in front of glass-paneled doors, with a softly blurred interior background.
F5.6
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
  • F2.8
  • F4
  • F5.6
A vibrant display of colorful bath products arranged on tables in a shop, featuring various shapes and sizes of soaps and bath bombs in shades of pink, orange, purple, and yellow.
Colorful display of bath products including pink raspberry-shaped items and various soaps in a retail store.
A variety of waffles displayed in boxes, topped with strawberries, chocolate drizzle, and whipped cream, labeled with different flavors.
A wooden display shelf filled with various colorful bath bombs and labeled with prices in a shop.
Close-up view of numerous fresh strawberries arranged in shallow containers, showcasing their vibrant red color and green leaves.
A vibrant display of sunflowers in pots, showcasing bright yellow petals and dark centers, with an assortment of white and purple flowers in the background.
Display of postcards featuring images of the Grand Place in Brussels, Belgium, with a blurred background of a street.
Close-up of ivy leaves with blurred background, showcasing rich green colors and intricate leaf details.
Colorful water bottles displayed on a wooden shelf in a store, with a view of the street visible through a window.
A close-up photo of pink flowers among green foliage, captured in a natural setting.
A close-up view of a wooden gate secured with a metallic chain and combination lock, surrounded by green ivy.

3 Video

  • You get some unique ultra wide perspective with this lens with excellent sharpness in 4K, colors are vey good but we suffer from strong vignetting. AF is not well performing in term of stability with some pumping. The focus breathing is moderate
  • On obtient des résultats assez uniques avec un angle de vue ultra large, un excellent piqué en 4K et de très bonnes couleurs, néanmoins on déplore un fort vignettage et des problèmes de stabilité d’AF avec du pompage. Le focus breathing est modéré
A Playmobil figure dressed in a suit, standing on a surface, with a blurred background showing shelves and a table in a cozy room.
A room interior featuring a blurred figurine in the foreground, with shelves of books and decorative items visible in the background.

4 Comparison with other 12mm

There are surprisingly quite a number of 10 to 12mm Lenses for Sony E mount. 2 of them are fisheye so they won’t be covered in this comparison. And there are also zoom starting at 12mm

Il y a étonnamment un certain nombres de focales fixes entre 10 et 12mm pour la monture E. Deux d’entre eux sont des fisheye et donc ne seront pas inclus dans ce comparatif . Il y également des zoom qui démarrent à 12mm

Image of a Sony A7R camera with a Laowa lens attached, showcasing the equipment setup.
Laowa 12mm f2.8
Close-up of a Sony camera with a Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF lens attached. The camera features a sleek design and a removable lens hood.
Laowa 11mm f4.5

Laowa 12mm F2.8 Zero D- ISO 125 --008

Laowa 12mm F2.8 AFLaowa 11mm F4.5Voigtländer 12mm F5.6Laowa 12mm F2.8Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM
Price / Prix829 euros699$/
859 euros		919 euros1200 euros3300 euros
Weight / Poids377g279g282g609g847g
Length / Longueur76,5mm67mm72mm105mm137mm
Angle122°126°121°121°
AF, EXIFYesNoEXIFNoYes
Lens hood / Pare soleilRemovable /DétachableFixed / FixeFixed / fixeRemovable /DétachableNo
Min focusing distance / Distance min de mise au point14cm19cm30cm18cm28cm
Build Quality / Quality de construction+++++++++++++
Aperture blades / Lames de diaphragme551079
Filter / Filtre72mm62not possiblenot possibleY
Weather Sealing / Protection tout tempsYesNoNoNoYes

From a specifications perspective the Laowa 11mm is the lightest & the smallest

The Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF is lighter than the MF version and one of the least expensive

The Laowa 11 and 12mm are the only one accepting standard filter and have the smallest number of aperture blades for well defined sunstars

D’un point de vue spécifications , le Laowa 11 est le plus léger, le plus compact

Le Loawa 12mm F2.8 est le plus léger et nettement plus éger que la version MF

Le Laowa 11 et 12mm sont les seuls acceptant des filtres standards et ceux avec le moins de lames de diaphragme pour des effets d’étoiles bien prononcés

Sharpness / Piqué

Comparison table of lens sharpness performance across different apertures for various wide-angle lenses.
  • The Laowa 12mm F2.8 is one of the best just after the Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM and is clearly superior to the Laowa 12mm F2.8 MF or the 11mm
  • Le Laowa 12mm F2.8 est un des meilleurs du comparatif juste après le Sony 12-24mm F2.8 GM , il est nettement supérieur au Laowa 12mm F2.8 MF et au 11mm

Distorsion / CA / Vignetting / Flare / Background Blur / Bokeh Balls / Color rendition

  • Most lenses have bad vignetting. The Sony GM is the best thanks to its automatic correction. The Sony GM is also the best in term of resistance to flare

Distorsion / AC / Vignettage / Flare / Flou d’arrière plan / Rendu des couleurs

  • Les différents optiques on beaucoup de vignettage. Le Sony GM est le meilleur grâce aux corrections optiques automatiques. Le Sony GM est aussi celui avec la meilleur résistance au flare

Samples images / Exemples d’images

Voigtlander HELIAR-HYPER WIDE 10mm F5.6 at 10 mm - 1-30 s à f - 8,0 à ISO 640-070
Voigtländer 10mm F5.6
Voigtlander HELIAR-HYPER WIDE 10mm F5.6 at 10 mm - 1-250 s à f - 11 à ISO 100-028
Voigtländer 10mm F5.6
A modern architectural structure resembling a large canopy, set against a clear blue sky, surrounded by buildings and construction, with shadows cast on the ground.
Laowa 11mm F4.5
Interior view of a modern space with a glass ceiling, showcasing shops and walkways, featuring wooden and glass flooring.
Laowa 11mm F4.5
Group of five people wearing masks standing in a square with historic buildings in the background, blue sky above.
Laowa 11mm F4.5
Voigtlander ULTRA WIDE-HELIAR 12mm F5.6 III at 12 mm - 1-640 s à f - 8,0 à ISO 100-027
Voigtländer 12mm F5.6

Voigtlander ULTRA WIDE-HELIAR 12mm F5.6 III at 12 mm - 1-30 s à f - 5,6 à ISO 3200-069
Voigtländer 12mm F5.6
A modern urban architectural scene featuring an elaborate geometric canopy over a busy plaza, with pedestrians and city buildings in the background.
Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF
Laowa 12mm F2.8 Zero D- ISO 100-1-100 s 002
Laowa 12mm F2.8 Zero D
Laowa 12mm F2.8 Zero D- ISO 800-1-60 s 017
Laowa 12mm F2.8 Zero D

Conclusion

In the compact lens series, the Laowa 11mm F4.5 is the less expensive one and the only one to allow standard ND screwing filters , it has the shortest min focusing distance. Voigtländer 12mm then Voigtländer 10mm F5.6 will be bit sharper in the corners and offering a bit better resistance to flare. Up to you to see which is the most important criteria for you

Best overall rectilinear Prime will be the Laowa 12mm F2.8 Zero Distorsion

Dans la série des optiques ultra grand angle compactes , le Laowa 11mm F4.5 est le moins cher et le seul à accepter des filtres ND vissants, il a la plus courte distance de mise au point/ Les Voigtländer 12mm then Voigtländer 10mm F5.6 seront un peu plus piqué dans les coins et offrent une meilleure résistance au flare. A vous de voir quels sont les critères les plus importants

La meilleure focale fixe rectilinéaire restant le Laowa 12mm F2.8 Zero Distorsion

5 Sample of Photos / Exemples de Photos

Nice composition with very low distorsion , images are tack sharp in the centre , full consistency very good to excellent on the entire field.

On peut faire de belles compositions avec le Laowa 12mm, les images sont très piqués au centre, et surtout le champ à F5.6.

Two women standing together in a wide, elegant indoor corridor lined with shops and cafes, with a glass ceiling overhead.
Two women smiling and standing together in a covered walkway, wearing casual clothing. The walkway features glass roofing and shops visible in the background.
A busy pedestrian street with shoppers and modern architecture, featuring a woman walking while using her phone.
A person standing outside, wearing a yellow patterned shirt and gray pants, holding a coffee cup and smiling.
A smiling woman in a white t-shirt stands in a food stall, with colorful drinks in the background and various food items displayed in front.
A person walking away on a busy street, with people shopping and a store displaying 'JD' in the background.
Wide-angle view of a public square featuring a classical theater building, with a clear blue sky and the sun shining brightly in the upper corner.
A sunny day scene in a public square with a historic building in the background, featuring a statue and a group of people sitting on steps. The sky is mostly clear with some clouds.
Street view featuring a mix of modern and historical architecture, with trees lining the sidewalk and cars parked along the road.
A bustling city square featuring a historic building with large windows and outdoor dining, surrounded by people enjoying the day under a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds.
A unique architectural structure resembling a modern rotating door, surrounded by a bustling urban environment with buildings and people.
A peaceful park scene featuring a woman sitting on a bench, absorbed in her phone, with a bicycle parked beside her. Lush greenery surrounds a small pond, while modern buildings are visible in the background.
Facade of an ornate building with large columns and a sloped roof, surrounded by people in a city square, under a cloudy blue sky.
Scaffolding framework along a sidewalk with colorful barriers and a person walking in the distance.
A large white sculpture displaying the letters 'BX' in an urban setting, with people walking in the background and buildings and cranes visible under a partly cloudy sky.
A public square with a curved wooden bench, people relaxing, and a historical building in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
A vibrant urban scene featuring a historic building with ornate architecture, people sitting on benches, and a public fountain in the foreground. The sky is partly cloudy, creating a dynamic lighting effect.
A historic building with ornate architecture, featuring large windows and decorative elements, situated in an urban plaza with outdoor seating and reflections on the pavement under a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds.
A wide-angle view of an impressive building with ornate architecture, featuring a grand staircase and large pillars, set against a blue sky with fluffy clouds and the sun shining down.
A modern building with large glass windows and a sculpture in front, surrounded by trees and pedestrians.
Modern architectural building with a curved design, surrounded by greenery and urban infrastructure. Cyclist and pedestrians on the road in the foreground.
View of a modern architectural area featuring a metallic fountain with reflective spheres, surrounded by trees and buildings against a cloudy sky.
A vibrant toy store interior featuring colorful shelves stocked with building sets and toys, bright lighting with circular LED fixtures on the ceiling, and customers browsing the displays.
Wide-angle view of a city square featuring a historic church, modern buildings, and outdoor seating areas with people dining.
A vibrant street scene featuring historic architecture, shops, and pedestrians bustling along a cobblestone pathway under a partly cloudy sky.
A bustling street scene featuring a mix of people walking in front of a historic building with a large sign that reads 'DRUG OPERA'. The sky is blue with a few clouds, and various shops and restaurants line the street.
Busy urban street with pedestrians walking and shops along the sides, featuring a blend of historical and modern architecture.
A bustling street scene featuring a mix of people walking near café terraces with red umbrellas, surrounded by tall, classical buildings under a blue sky with fluffy white clouds.
A narrow alleyway showcasing colorful street art on a wall, surrounded by modern and older buildings under a blue sky.
A colorful red sculpture stands prominently in a bustling gallery adorned with large arched windows, while shoppers explore nearby shops.
A wide-angle view of a beautifully designed arcade with elegant architecture, featuring people sitting at outdoor café tables and a large artwork banner hanging overhead.
A bustling city street scene with pedestrians walking, shops lining the sides, and high-rise buildings in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
A modern urban scene featuring a large, distinctive structure resembling a canopy, situated in a busy city environment. The image captures people crossing a rainbow-colored pedestrian lane, flanked by tall buildings and a blue sky.
A busy urban street with pedestrians walking among shops and buildings under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
Vibrant city square scene featuring a historic building, surrounded by greenery and modern structures under a blue sky with fluffy clouds.

6 Conclusion

The Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF (829 euros) is an excellent ultra wide lens. Shaprness is excellent in the centre at F2.8 and we reach already very good level for corners at F4. Very good color rendition, AF, Short minimum focusing distance to blur the background if need be, very low distortion, very low CA. Good resistance to flare, nice sunstars

The only “issue” is the quite strong vignetting

Competitors are quite lower in term of performance (including the Laowa 12mm MF that is significantly less good) , to get a little bit better you need to look at the Sony 12-24 F2.8 GM (3300 euros)

Highly recommended

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Pros

  • Excellent sharpness in the centre
  • Very good corners as of F4
  • Very consistent on the entire field at F4
  • Unique ultra wide perspective
  • Lightweight and standard size
  • Price considering performance
  • Very Good color rendition
  • Nice sunstars as of F5.6
  • Very good build quality
  • Good ergonomic (AF/MF, large focusing ring, removable lens hood)
  • Very Low level of CA
  • Very low distortion
  • Very nice sunstars
  • 72mm filter possible
  • Short min focusing distance : 14cm
  • Nice Bokeh Balls wide open

Average

  • AF in video show some hunting
  • Busy background blur
  • Good resistance to flare but could be better

Cons

  • Strong vignetting
A Sony A7R camera with a Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF lens attached, showcasing the lens's design and features.

6 Conclusion

Le Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF (829 euros) est une excellente optique ultra grand angle. Le Piqué est excellent au centre à F2.8 et les coins attainment le grade très bon à F4. Très bon rendu des couleurs, AF, courte distance min de mise au point, très faible distorsion, niveau d’AC , bonne résistance au flare , beaux effets d’étoiles

Le seul point faible est le fort vignettage

Les concurrents sont en général moins bons et plus cher (y inclus l’ancienne version Laowa 12mm F2.8 MF), pour avoir un peu mieux il faudra viser vers le Sony 12-24 F2.8 GM (3300 euros)

A recommander

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  • Excellent piqué au centre
  • Très bon coins à partir de F4
  • Optique très consistante sur tout le champ à partir de F4
  • Perspective unique ultra grand angle
  • Très léger et taille moyenne
  • Prix au vu des performances
  • Très Bon rendu des couleurs
  • Très bonne qualité de construction
  • Bonne ergonomie (Bouton AF/MF , pare soleil amovible, large bague de mise au point)
  • Filtre 72mm possible
  • Distorsion très faible
  • Niveau d’Ac très faible
  • Beaux effets d’étoiles à F5.6
  • Filtre de 62mm possible
  • Très courte distance min de mise au point : 14cm
  • Beaux ronds de bokeh à pleine ouverture

Moyen

  • AF en video qui montre des effets de pompage
  • Bonne résistance au flare mais qui pourrait être meilleure
  • Flou d’arrière plan nerveux

Contre

  • Fort vignettage

2 responses to “Laowa 12mm F2.8 AF”

  1. JF Avatar
    JF

    Bonjour, l’autofocus venant parfois à manquer sur le Nisi 15mm f4, je serai intéressé de savoir lequel est le meilleur en qualité d’image.
    Merci

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    1. Marc Alhadeff Avatar
      Marc Alhadeff

      Le Laowa 12mm clairement , mais ce n’est pas du tout le meme angle de vue. Je vous conseille d’attendre le 12 Septembre car une nouveauté est attendue qui sera le nouveau maitre achat des 14/15mm à un prix très raisonnable

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