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



















