Laowa 15-35mm t/12 Probe Lens Specifications

An unusual 2.3x macro lens that comes in direct, 35°, 90°, or periscope versions.

  • Coverage: full frame (FX)
  • Build quality: Waterproof barrels, comes in four different versions
  • Angle of view: 63.4° to 110.5° diagonal 
  • Optical design:
    • unknown
  • Apertures: 
    • t/8 to t/32
    • 9-blade aperture diaphragm
  • Filters: no filter ring
  • Focus:
    • manual focus
    • ? minimum focus (but note length of lens)
    • 2.3:1 maximum magnification ratio
    • 0.2" (5mm) working distance
  • Size and Weight:
    • 21.3” (540mm) long
    • 2.7” (68.8mm) diameter
    • 49.4 ounces (1400g) weight
  • Price: US$1499 + US$50 Z-mount
  • Announced: March 2026
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