Quick answer
A manual-focus 2:1 macro lens at 60mm for full-frame cameras. It has a 62mm filter thread and focuses as close as 0.185 m.
Pros
- 2:1 magnification
- 62mm filters
- Compact
- Close focus 0.185 m
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Short working distance
- No stabilization
Verdict
A compact 2:1 macro that goes beyond life-size.
About this lens
A 60mm f/2.8 macro lens, the Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro is designed for Sony E mount bodies. A manual-focus macro lens from Laowa for extreme close-ups.
Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro specifications
- Brand
- Laowa
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 60mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Macro
- Optical construction
- 9 elements in 7 groups
- Aperture blades
- 14
- Autofocus motor
- none
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.19 m
- Maximum magnification
- 2x
- Filter thread
- 62 mm
Specification source: venuslens.com
What can you shoot with the Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro?
- Extreme macro
- Detail photography
- Product work
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 | 60mm | 33.4° | 39.7° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 90mm | 22.6° | 27° |
Frequently asked questions
What does 2X mean in the Laowa 60mm name?
It means the lens reproduces subjects at twice life-size on the sensor.
What filter size does it use?
The front thread measures 62mm, which is the size to look for when choosing a polarizer, UV or ND filter.
How close can it focus?
Minimum focus is 0.185 m, giving a maximum magnification of 2x. The distance is measured from the sensor plane, so the working distance in front of the lens is shorter.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
