Laowa Lens Venus Optics Argus 25 mm f/0.95 APO for Micro 4/3

Description

The Argus 25mm lens is another apochromatic lens in the family of ultra-bright lenses from Venus Optics. Offering a 0.17:1 reproduction scale and designed to work with Micro 4/3 systems, it features an APO system that minimises distortion and chromatic aberration. Sharpening from a minimum distance of only 25 cm allows you to get as close as possible to the subjects you are photographing or filming. The internal focusing system does not affect the length of the lens when changing settings. The glass also achieves beautiful background blur and soft circular bokeh.

Main product features

• 25 mm fixed focal length lens
• record-bright f/0.95 aperture for outstanding sharpness
• compatible with cameras equipped with Micro 4/3 socket
• Focusing with minimum focal length
• sharpening from a minimum distance of 25 cm
• sturdy metal construction
• stepless aperture ring ideal for filmmakers
• apochromatic (APO) system to minimise chromatic aberration across the aperture range
• internal focus system without changing lens length (Internal Focusing)
• low instability of the angle of view during focusing (Low Focus Breathing)
• smooth and soft bokeh without sharp edges
• enables beautiful background blur
• 62mm diameter thread for convenient mounting of filters or sun hoods
• focus ring that moves 270° for maximum precision

Standard focal-length

The 25mm on the Micro 4/3 system is equivalent to 50mm on full-frame lenses. The glass from Venus Optics will therefore be an ideal ‘portrait’ lens with universal use. The field of view here is 46.7º. This value is close to how we perceive the world with our eyes. It is the best choice for those who specialise in portrait or reportage photography.

Apochromatic design

The apochromatic construction of the lens is designed to achieve the highest possible image quality. The 13 elements are arranged in up to 14 groups. The innovative design includes 1 aspherical glass, 1 ED glass and 3 UHR glass. The use of such advanced optics guarantees detailed, sharp and perfectly framed images with perfect microcontrast. The high quality of the materials also means that chromatic aberration is reduced to an absolute minimum – both in focus and out-of-focus areas.

Unparalleled brightness

The ability to open the aperture to f/0.95 is ideal for shooting after dark or in areas where sufficient light is difficult to find. It is the ideal choice for a night walk or a session shot at night. The Venus Optics Argus 25mm f/0.95 APO lens for Micro 4/3 will not only be appreciated by photographers, but also by video makers. The glass also offers very little ‘breathing’. Thanks to it, 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. Filmmakers can also benefit from stepless aperture adjustment.

Beautiful background blur

The minimum aperture of f/0.95 is also a great way to achieve a shallow depth of field. With this lens you can easily create beautiful portraits with a blurred background or highlight the main subject of a photo. The icing on the cake is the smooth and round bokeh with no sharp edges that you will get thanks to the 9-blade aperture.

Internal focusing system

The Internal Focusing technology used in the Venus Optics Argus 25 mm f/0.95 APO for Micro 4/3 lens 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 25mm f/0.95 APO for Micro 4/3
• Mount: Micro 4/3
• Focal length: 25 mm
• Focusing: manual
• Minimum aperture: f/0.95
• Maximum aperture: f/11
• Field of view: 46.7º
• Number of aperture blades: 9
• Minimum focusing distance: 25 cm
• Max. reproduction: 0.17 x
• Filter diameter: Ø62 mm
• Dimensions: Ø71 x 86 mm
• Weight: 570 g

Kit contents

• Venus Optics Argus 25mm f/0.95 APO lens for Micro 4/3
• decal cap for the front of the lens
• decal for the back of the lens