12mm f/2.8 Zero-D
- 12mm
- f/2.8
- Prime
- Min focus 0.18 m
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Quick answer
Manual-focus ultra-wide prime for full-frame with low distortion. 'Zero-D' refers to its rectilinear design with minimal distortion.
Pros
- Very wide with minimal distortion
- Compact
- Sharp
Cons
- Manual focus and aperture
- Large front element exposed to flare
Verdict
This is a favorite for architecture and real estate. Manual focus and aperture are required.
About this lens
A 12mm f/2.8 wide-angle prime lens, the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D is designed for Sony E mount bodies, with low-distortion design. A manual-focus wide-angle lens from Laowa designed for low distortion.
Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D specifications
- Brand
- Laowa
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 12mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 16 elements in 10 groups
- Aperture blades
- 7
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.18 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.2x
Specification source: venuslens.com
What can you shoot with the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D?
- Architecture
- Landscape
- Interiors
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 12mm | 112.6° | 122° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 18mm | 90° | 100.5° |
Frequently asked questions
What does Zero-D mean?
Zero-D stands for zero distortion, meaning a design with very low distortion.
Does the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D autofocus?
No. It is manual focus, so you focus using the lens barrel.
Is the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D full-frame?
Yes. It covers the full 35mm frame, and it can also be used on APS-C bodies with a crop.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
