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Venus Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2X Ultra Macro APO

85 mm · f/5.6 · Sony E, Canon RF

The Venus Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2X Ultra Macro APO is a 85 mm prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/5.6 for the Sony E, Canon RF, Leica M mounts. Here are its field of view on different sensors, hyperfocal distances and the cameras it fits.

Focal length
85 mm
Max aperture
f/5.6
Mount
Sony E
Designed for
Full frame

Field of view by sensor

SensorDiagonal angle of view35 mm equivalent
Full frame28.6°85 mm
APS-C (1.5×)18.9°130 mm
Canon APS-C (1.6×)18.1°136 mm
Micro Four Thirds14.5°170 mm

Hyperfocal distance

Focal lengthf/5.6f/8f/11f/16
85 mm43 m30 m22 m15 m

Circle of confusion 0.030 mm (sensor size the lens is designed for).

Cameras that fit (125)

Where to buy

B&H PhotoAmazonKEH (used)MPB (used)

FAQ

What is the Venus Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2X Ultra Macro APO equivalent to on APS-C?
About 128 mm (1.5×) or 136 mm on Canon APS-C (1.6×).
Which cameras is the Venus Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2X Ultra Macro APO compatible with?
It fits Sony NEX-3, Sony NEX-C3, Sony NEX-F3, Sony NEX-3N, Sony NEX-5 and more (see the full list above).