Venus Optics VE1228AFNZ / VE18045AFFE Laowa Full-Frame AF Lenses - Nikon

Venus Optics Laowa Full-Frame Autofocus Lens Variants

Venus Optics Laowa full-frame autofocus lens variants VE1228AFNZ and VE18045AFFE cover two specialized photographic perspectives. The VE1228AFNZ is a Nikon Z 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D ultra-wide lens, while the VE18045AFFE is a Sony E 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra-Macro APO telephoto macro lens.

The 12mm variant targets landscape, architecture, interiors, real estate, astrophotography, and other applications requiring an expansive 122-degree field of view with minimal geometric distortion. The 180mm option provides 1.5x magnification, a long working distance, and telephoto compression for insects, products, fine details, portraits, and distant subjects. Both lenses use full-frame optical designs and support autofocus on the specific mounts represented by these two SKUs.

These variants serve photographers who need purpose-built optics rather than conventional focal lengths. The 12mm combines a compact body, 72 mm filter thread, close focusing, and a five-blade diaphragm for 10-point sunstars. The 180mm combines apochromatic correction, internal focusing, electronic communication, a function button, and firmware-update support. Current firmware for the 180mm also expands autofocus assistance for macro work and supports focus bracketing on compatible systems.

Key Features

• Two Specialized Full-Frame Options: Choose an ultra-wide 12mm Nikon Z lens or a 180mm Sony E telephoto macro lens.
• Autofocus Support: Both requested variants provide electronic autofocus functionality for their respective mirrorless mounts.
• 12mm Zero-D Optics: The VE1228AFNZ delivers a 122-degree rectilinear field of view with minimal optical distortion.
• 1.5x Ultra-Macro Capability: The VE18045AFFE reproduces subjects at up to 1.5 times life size while maintaining extended working distance.
• Full-Frame Coverage: Both optical systems are designed for full-frame camera sensors.
• Close-Focusing Designs: The 12mm focuses as close as 5.5 inches, while the 180mm reaches maximum magnification at an 11.8-inch focusing distance.
• Portable Construction: Both lenses maintain relatively compact dimensions for their specialized focal lengths and applications.
• Professional Optical Designs: Specialized elements in the 12mm control aberrations, while the 180mm APO design suppresses longitudinal and lateral chromatic aberration.

Technical Specifications

VE1228AFNZ - Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D AF for Nikon Z

• Manufacturer Model: VE1228AFNZ
• Lens: Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF
• Lens Mount: Nikon Z
• Format Coverage: Full Frame
• Focus Type: Autofocus
• Focal Length: 12 mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
• Minimum Aperture: f/22
• Angle of View: 122 degrees
• Optical Design: 16 elements in 9 groups
• Aperture Blades: 5
• Sunstar Effect: 10-point
• Minimum Focus Distance: 5.5 in
• Maximum Magnification: 0.21x
• Filter Thread: 72 mm
• Image Stabilization: No
• Dimensions: Approximately 3 in diameter x 3.2 in long
• Weight: Approximately 0.9 lb

VE18045AFFE - Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra-Macro APO for Sony E

• Manufacturer Model: VE18045AFFE
• Lens: Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra-Macro APO
• Lens Mount: Sony E
• Format Coverage: Full Frame
• Focus Type: Autofocus and Manual Focus
• Focal Length: 180 mm
• Autofocus Aperture Range: f/4.5-f/22
• Manual Focus Aperture Range: f/4.5-f/32
• Angle of View: 13.7 degrees
• Optical Design: 12 elements in 9 groups
• Aperture Blades: 9
• Minimum Focus Distance: 11.8 in
• Minimum Working Distance: 5.8 in
• Maximum Magnification: 1.5x
• Filter Thread: 62 mm
• Front Diameter: 2.7 in
• Focusing Design: Internal focusing
• Electronic Communication: Electronic lens contacts for compatible camera communication and lens data
• Lens Function Button: Yes
• Firmware Interface: USB-C
• Image Stabilization: No
• Tripod Collar: Optional, not included
• Dimensions: Approximately 2.7 in diameter x 5.3 in long
• Weight: Approximately 1.1 lb

What's In the Box

VE1228AFNZ

• Venus Optics Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D AF Lens for Nikon Z
• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap
• Lens Hood

VE18045AFFE

• Venus Optics Laowa 180mm f/4.5 1.5x Ultra-Macro APO Lens for Sony E
• Front Lens Cap
• Rear Lens Cap
• Lens Hood