Laowa Venus Optics Argus 18 mm f/0.95 APO lens for Micro 4/3

Description

The Venus Optics Argus 18mm f/0.95 APO lens for Micro 4/3 is an ultra-bright glass equipped with an apochromatic system that minimises chromatic aberration and distortion. Designed for use with Micro 4/3 systems, the optical construction here is based on 14 elements, divided into 9 groups. The glass offers a reproduction scale of 0.15:1, and sharpening from a minimum distance of just 20cm allows you to get as close as possible to your subjects. It is an excellent choice for portraits, landscape and street photography.

Main product features

• 18mm fixed focal length lens
• compatible with Micro 4/3 socket-equipped cameras
• record-bright f/0.95 aperture for outstanding sharpness
• allows you to impressively separate the subject of the photo from the background
• smooth and soft bokeh without sharp edges
• enables beautiful background blur
• excellent choice for portraits, landscape and street photography
• sharpens from a minimum distance of 20 cm
• apochromatic system (APO) to minimise chromatic aberration across the entire aperture range
• convenient switching between stepped and stepless aperture adjustment (ideal choice for filmmakers)
• internal focusing system without changing lens length (Internal Focusing)
• low instability of the angle of view during focusing (Low Focus Breathing)
• offers a reproduction scale of 0.15:1
• 62 mm diameter thread for convenient mounting of filters or sunshades

Average brightness

The Venus Optics Argus 18 mm f/0.95 APO lens for Micro 4/3 is distinguished by its unparalleled brightness. The ability to open the aperture to f/0.95 is ideal for shooting photos and videos after dark or in locations where sufficient light is difficult to come by. With this lens you will rediscover the magic of night photographic walks!

A versatile-and-popular-focal-length

18mm on the Micro 4/3 system is the equivalent of 35mm on full-frame lenses. Such a versatile focal length is a ‘must-have’ among photographers and video makers. The field of view here is 61.9º. The Venus Optics Argus 18 mm f/0.95 APO lens for Micro 4/3 will be a great choice for those who specialise in portrait, street or landscape photography.

For photographers and filmmakers

The Venus Optics Argus 18mm f/0.95 APO to Micro 4/3 lens will not only work well for photographers. It’s an excellent choice for filmmakers working with cameras and camcorders equipped with the Micro 4/3 mount, and the lens offers very little ‘breathing’. It ensures that the level of instability in the angle of view is reduced to a minimum when changing the focus point during the recording of a shot. The unit also allows you to switch between stepped and stepless aperture adjustment.

Apochromatic design (APO)

The apochromatic construction of the Venus Optics Argus 18 mm f/0.95 APO lens for Micro 4/3 is designed to achieve the best possible image quality. The 13 optical elements here are arranged in 9 groups. The innovative design includes 2 ED glass elements and 4 high-refraction lenses. The professional optics guarantee detailed frames with sharpness and perfect microcontrast. The high quality of the materials also ensures that chromatic aberration is reduced to an absolute minimum – both in focus and out-of-focus areas.

Effective background blur

The minimum aperture of f/0.95 will allow you to achieve a shallow depth of field. This will impressively separate the subject of the photo from the background. The smooth and rounded bokeh without sharp edges that you achieve with the 9-blade aperture will become the highlight of your photographs.

Internal Focusing Technology

The Internal Focusing technology used in the Venus Optics Argus 18 mm f/0.95 APO lens for Micro 4/3 means that all lens movements take place inside the housing. Changing the focus therefore does not affect the length of the unit. This ensures optimum stability and even greater working comfort. This solution is sure to be appreciated by those using filters, sun hoods or other accessories that are screwed onto the lens. Internal Focusing also provides better protection for the glass against dust. Dirt is more difficult to get at, compared to designs offering ‘external focusing’.

Specification

• model: Venus Optics Argus 18mm f/0.95 APO for Micro 4/3
• mount: Micro 4/3
• image coverage: Micro 4/3
• focal length: 18 mm
• minimum aperture: f/0.95
• maximum aperture: f/11
• field of view: 61.9º
• number of aperture blades: 9
• minimum focusing distance: 20 cm
• max. reproduction: 0.15 x
• focusing: manual (MF)
• filter diameter: Ø62 mm
• dimensions: Ø80 mm x 83 mm
• weight: 500 g
• colour: black

Kit contents

• Venus Optics Argus 18 mm f/0.95 APO lens for Micro 4/3
• decal cap for the front of the lens
• decal for the back of the lens