As a medium format Ultra-wide-angle lens, the Laowa 19mm f/2.8 Zero-D Wide Angle Lens is one of the smallest in its class. Despite the compact size, the lens can capture an incredible AoV of 110° with Zero Distortion. The lens also has an f/2.8 large aperture, helping photographers to shoot in darker environments or create a pleasing out-of-focus background. Or they can stop down the aperture to get the beautiful 10-point Sunstar from its 5-blade aperture. Also, photographers can get extremely close to their subjects due to a minimum focusing distance of 18cm.
This lens is significantly lighter than most GFX lenses on the market. As a wide-angle lens, it weighs only 546g and is 80mm long. The size is close to a full-frame lens. Perfect for photographers who need to travel around or want to have a lighter setup.
This 19mm lens has a fast aperture of f/2.8, allowing allow photographers to capture in low-light environments without bumping the ISO up. And also, the option for better background separations for the subject. This lens is also a member of the Laowa “Zero-D” product line-up, which exhibits close-to-zero optical distortion. This particular feature is extremely useful for architecture and interior photographers as all the straight lines can now be retained.
