Laowa announces the 8-15mm T2.9 FF Zoom Fisheye for cine and photo

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Laowa 8-15mm T2.9 FF Zoom Fisheye Cine Lens

Venus Optics has debuted cine and photo versions of the Laowa 8-15mm T2.9 FF Zoom Fisheye lens. The Laowa 8-15mm T2.9 FF Zoom Fisheye Cine Lens is designed for filmmakers seeking bold, immersive visuals, the company says. Engineered for full-frame cinema cameras, this lens combines a versatile 8-15mm zoom range, a fast T2.9 aperture, and professional cine to deliver dramatic fisheye effects.

Laowa 8-15mm T2.9 FF Zoom Fisheye Cine

The Laowa 8-15mm T2.9 FF Zoom Fisheye Cine Lens delivers a dual fisheye effect, offering filmmakers versatile cinematic visuals on full-frame cameras. At 8mm, it produces a circular fisheye effect with a 180° angle of view. This immersive look is ideal for VR content, 360° panoramas, and surreal narrative sequences, enhancing storytelling with a dreamlike aesthetic. At 15mm, the lens transitions to a full-frame rectangular fisheye effect, filling the sensor with a wide, curved perspective that retains bold distortion. Perfect for dynamic establishing shots, music videos, or action scenes.

The Laowa 8-15mm T2.9 FF Zoom Fisheye Cine Lens features a minimum focusing distance of 16cm (6.3”) with a 0.23x maximum magnification, allowing filmmakers to capture subjects up close with striking cinematic impact. Laowa 8-15mm T2.9 FF Zoom Fisheye Cine is available to purchase via Venus Optics official website and authorized resellers Laowa 8-15mm T2.9 FF Zoom Fisheye Cine is US $1,399. Pricing varies in different countries.

The Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye, a one-of-a-kind addition to Laowa’s innovative lens lineup. Designed for photographers and content creators seeking bold, creative perspectives, this lens delivers a dual fisheye effect with a versatile zoom range and an ultra-fast constant f/2.8 aperture. The Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye Lens offers full-frame coverage, unlocking the full potential of high-resolution cameras. It delivers a true 180° circular fisheye effect at 8mm and a rectangular fisheye at 15mm, ensuring edge-to-edge clarity and maximum angle of view without cropping. It is available in Sony E / Nikon Z / Canon RF / L Mounts

LAOWA 8-15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye

LAOWA 8-15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye is available to purchase via Venus Optics official website and authorized resellers. The US price for LAOWA 8-15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye is $699.

Sample images LAOWA 8-15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye 

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Gary Pageau is principal of InfoCircle LLC, continuing his marketing communications career. InfoCircle LLC is a marketing and communications consulting firm, specializing in business-to-business markets. For nearly 25 years, he was with PMA International, serving most recently as Publisher, Content Development and Strategic Initiatives. His primary responsibilities included overseeing the Association’s editorial department, marketing research unit, education and corporate relations department.