The 65mm f/2.8 2X macro APO is the 1st macro lens that Venus Optics designs for APS-C cameras. Most of the contenders magnifies 1.5X at most, nut Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X macro gives greater magnification effect and creates up to 2X life-size images. © Jonas Rask © Jonas Rask 2X macro magnification The lens offers a 2:1 maximum magnification ratio along with a minimum focusing distance of 6.7”(17cm). Different from traditional macro lenses, this 65 mm lens can focus from infinity to 2X magnification, making it an ideal option to tackle all kinds of macro photography scenarios. The wide magnification range is essential for shooting insects and plants at different sizes. © SuiYuan © Christopher Frost © Jimmy Chan © Christopher Frost Outstanding sharpness, color and clarity Optimized for APS-C systems, the resulting images deliver stunning details and contrast from centre to corner even when using a wide open aperture. This professional prime lens delivers exceptional resolution and sharpness. © JieGe © Jimmy Chan © SuiYuan © SaGuo © Christopher Frost Light & compact Weighted 11.8oz (335g), this remarkably light, compact and versatile lens serves as an exceptional complement to APS-C cameras. The small lens barrel allows user to hold the camera and adjust the focus with ease.  Also, the internal focus design to maintain the overall lens length during use. It is a great tool for  both leisure and professional photography. Due to its lightweight and compactness, macro lovers will find it a great companion for ecological photography while travelling. © Jonas Rask © William Tseng Apochromatic optical design Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X macro’s optical design incorporates 3 Extra-low Dispersion glasses to minimize chromatic aberrations across the frame. The lens has  inherited the excellent APO design from Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2X macro and can eliminate both lateral and longitudinal chromatic aberrations in frame, meaning that chromatic aberration at both ‘in-focus’ & ‘out-of-focus’ area is almost invisible to bare eyes. © YiYeGuZhou © YiYeGuZhou © SuiYuan © Jimmy Chan Reviews & Samples Review by Micael Widell © YiYeGuZhou © YiYeGuZhou © JieGe © GauGe Name 65mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro APO Focal Length 65mm Max. Aperture f/2.8 Angle of View 24.4° Format Compatibility APS-C Lens Structure 14 elements in 10 groups （3 Extra-Low Dispersion Glass） Aperture Blades 9 Min. Focusing Distance 17cm (2X) Max. Magnification 2:1 Filter Thread 52mm Dimensions Ф57 x 100 mm Weight 335g Mounts Fuji X / Sony E / Canon EF-M MTF

LAOWA 65mm f/2,8 2X Ultra Macro APO for Fuji X (493856)

The focal length of 65mm corresponds to a 100 mm lens on full-frame cameras and is therefore also an ideal portrait lens with beautiful bokeh.
The focus is adjusted manually, as is the aperture setting. The LAOWA 65 mm f / 2.8 2X Ultra Macro lens is the first and only macro lens for mirrorless APS-C system cameras with a 2: 1 magnification. In contrast to the other two LAOWA macro lenses with 2x magnification for full-frame cameras, this lens impresses with its low weight of only 335 g and a compact design - ideally suited for system cameras. The high-quality optics with 3 ED lenses ensure excellent sharpness and the solid metal construction for maximum robustness.

Technical Specifications

Focal length

65mm

Maximum aperture

f/2.8

Minimal aperture

f/22

Aperture blades

9

Aperture setting

manually

Anlge of view

24.4 °

Sensor format

APS-C

Closest focusing distance

17 cm

Reproduction scale

2: 1

Focusing

manually

Optical construction

14 elements in 10 groups (3ED)

Particularities

Macro with double magnification

Filter thread

52 mm

Dimensions (DxL)

57x100 mm

Weight

335 g

Connection

Sony E, Fuji X, Canon EF-M, Leica L