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Venus Optics Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APOOverview
Inspired by the legend of Argus, a mythical giant with all-seeing sight, theLaowa 33mm f/0.95 CF APO Lensfor Sony E-mount camera bodies fromVenus Opticsis a magnificent f/0.95 standard-length lens for APS-C-format cameras. The ultra-fast aperture is well suited for low light photography, astrophotography, shallow depth of field portraits, and narrative videography. The apochromatic design incorporates one extra-low dispersion element, one aspherical element, and three ultra-high refraction elements to achieve sharp, clear images with minimal chromatic aberration across the frame.
Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF, the world's first full-frame 35mm lens with f/0.95 ultra-fast aperture. It would be the fastest 35mm and widest f/0.95 lens for a full-frame mirrorless camera. This breakthrough of lens industry offers a 63.4° angle of view with extraordinary shallow depth of field and creamy bokeh, it's such a trump card for portraits and any moody shots. In the meanwhile, an aperture click-switch, long focus throw and internal focusing also make it a must-have tool for every photographer and videographer.
For video applications, this dynamic manual focus lens has long focus throw and low focus breathing for fine focus control, plus a stepless aperture ring for smooth exposure transitions.
APO Apochromatic Optical Design
Internal Focusing
Stepless aperture ring
Low Focus Breathing
One extra-low dispersion element, one aspherical element, three ultra-high refraction elements
14 elements in 9 groups
Nine aperture blades for excellent bokeh
Venus Optics Laowa Argus 33mm F/0.95 CF APOSpecs
Focal Length | 33mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 49.5mm) |
Maximum Aperture | f/0.95 |
Minimum Aperture | f/11 |
Lens Mount | for Sony E |
Lens Format Coverage | APS-C |
Angle of View | 46.2° |
Minimum Focus Distance | 13.8'' / 35 cm |
Optical Design | 14 Elements in 9 Groups |
Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Image Stabilization | No |
Filter Size | 62 mm (Front) |
Dimensions (ø x L) | 2.8 x 3.3'' / 71.5 x 83 mm |
Weight | 20.8 oz / 590 g |
Packaging Info
Package Weight | 2.385 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 7.2 x 5 x 4.7'' |
Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO lens allows you to shoot handheld at lower light levels without boosting the ISO so the unwanted noise in the images will be eliminated. Also, it adds a ‘wow factor’ to images by the shallow depth of field and incredible optical performance. It is perfect for prestigious portraits, stunning low light photography, and sparkling astrophotography.
Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO incorporates one Extra-low Dispersion Glass, one Aspherical Lens and three Ultra High Refraction Glass to minimize the chromatic aberration across the frame. Clean images at both ‘in-focus’ and ‘out-of-focus’ areas.
35cm closest focusing distance allows photographers to capture different perspectives with details of the object. With the maximum aperture of f/0.95, a breathtaking close up shot with shallow depth of field can be easily captured.
Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO with low focus breathing is perfect for narrative filming. It eliminates the distraction of the changes in angle of view when moving focus from one object to another.
Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO with long focus throw allows photographer and videographer to have a more accurate focus point by the long focus throw.
Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO with Internal focus helps the photographer with stability, preventing the dust or ashes falling into the lens. Also, it is able to use the accessories designed to be set to a specific position like polarizers, petal-shaped lens hoods.
Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO with stepless aperture ring allows the videographer to adjust the exposure smoothly. It is absolutely a big shout out for the videographer.
9 aperture blade produces smooth, round orbs of glowing light with absolutely no hard edges bokeh. A dreamy Bokeh is a styling technique for photographers to have visually appealing images.
