Overview
Ultra-wide 122° rectilinear angle of view Zero-Distortion optical design for true-to-life rendering Fast and accurate autofocus for Sony E and Nikon Z mounts Bright f/2.8 aperture with excellent low-light performance Lightweight and compact, approx. 377g to 400g depending on mount Close focusing distance of just 14 cm (5.5 inches) Built-in 72mm filter thread for CPL and ND filters Distinctive 10-point sunstar effect with 5-blade aperture
Laowa’s original 12mm f/2.8 Zero D was one of the best sellers in our lineup. At a time when there were no non-fisheye 12mm options on the market, it stood out by breaking boundaries, offering an ultra wide field of view with zero distortion. The new 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero D continues that legacy, delivering a 122° ultra wide rectilinear angle of view with no rival on the market of mirrorless systems. The “Zero-D” design ensures minimal distortion, allowing you to capture scenes with true-to-life accuracy, without correction in post. It’s an ideal choice for architecture and real estate photography, where a natural, undistorted look is essential.
Overview
Ultra-wide 122° rectilinear angle of view Zero-Distortion optical design for true-to-life rendering Fast and accurate autofocus for Sony E and Nikon Z mounts Bright f/2.8 aperture with excellent low-light performance Lightweight and compact, approx. 377g to 400g depending on mount Close focusing distance of just 14 cm (5.5 inches) Built-in 72mm filter thread for CPL and ND filters Distinctive 10-point sunstar effect with 5-blade aperture
Laowa’s original 12mm f/2.8 Zero D was one of the best sellers in our lineup. At a time when there were no non-fisheye 12mm options on the market, it stood out by breaking boundaries, offering an ultra wide field of view with zero distortion. The new 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero D continues that legacy, delivering a 122° ultra wide rectilinear angle of view with no rival on the market of mirrorless systems. The “Zero-D” design ensures minimal distortion, allowing you to capture scenes with true-to-life accuracy, without correction in post. It’s an ideal choice for architecture and real estate photography, where a natural, undistorted look is essential.
About the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF L Mount
Laowa’s original 12mm f/2.8 Zero D was one of the best sellers in our lineup. At a time when there were no non-fisheye 12mm options on the market, it stood out by breaking boundaries, offering an ultra wide field of view with zero distortion.
The new 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero D continues that legacy, delivering a 122° ultra wide rectilinear angle of view with no rival on the market of mirrorless systems.
“Zero Distortion”
The “Zero-D” design ensures minimal distortion, allowing you to capture scenes with true-to-life accuracy, without correction in post. It’s an ideal choice for architecture and real estate photography, where a natural, undistorted look is essential.
Fast & Accurate Autofocus
As the second autofocus lens in the Laowa lineup, the 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero D brings fast and accurate focus tracking to both Sony E and Nikon Z mounts, allowing photographers to embrace the convenience of autofocus with the renowned Laowa quality. This lens never lets you miss a shot.
Compact & Lightweight
Built for portability, this lens is lightweight and compact, weighing just around 0.83 lb / 377g (AF Sony E mount), making it easy to take wherever your creativity leads. It’s perfect for pairing with gimbals, drones, or street photography whenever you want to avoid the burden of heavy gear.
Bright f/2.8 Aperture
The large f/2.8 aperture offers excellent performance in low-light environments and creates beautifully shallow depth of field, ideal for night scenes, astrophotography and creative bokeh.
14cm Close Focusing Distance
This lens offers a close focusing distance of just 14cm (5.5 inches), allowing you to easily capture striking images up close and explore the possibilities of wide-angle macro photography.
⌀72mm Filter Thread
The Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D comes with a built-in 72mm filter thread, giving you the flexibility to easily use various filters, such as CPL or ND filters, to create your desired photographic effects.
10-point Sunstars
With its 5-blade aperture, this lens creates a distinctive 10-point sunstar effect, adding a striking visual element to your photos.
Format Full Frame
Focal Length 12mm
Aperture Range f/2.8 – f/22
Angle of View 122°
Lens Structure 16 elements in 9 groups
Aperture Blades 5 blades / 14 blades (varies by mount)
Closest Focusing Distance 14mm
Maximum Magnification 0.21x
Focus Mode MF (Manual Focus) / AF (Auto Focus)
Filter Thread Size φ72mm
Size (Diameter x Length) φ77mm × 76.5mm
Weight (Varies by Mount) E mount: ~377g (without caps)
AF Z mount: ~390g
MF RF mount: ~480g
MF L mount: ~475g
Mount Compatibility E / RF / Z / L
AF Mounts (5 blades): E / Z
MF Mounts: E / R / Z / L (14 blades) R / L (5 blades)
Ultra-wide 122° rectilinear angle of view
Zero-Distortion optical design for true-to-life rendering
Fast and accurate autofocus for Sony E and Nikon Z mounts
Bright f/2.8 aperture with excellent low-light performance
Lightweight and compact, approx. 377g to 400g depending on mount
Close focusing distance of just 14 cm (5.5 inches)
Built-in 72mm filter thread for CPL and ND filters
Distinctive 10-point sunstar effect with 5-blade aperture
