{"product_id":"laowa-180mm-f45-15x-ultra-macro-apo-lens-for-canon-ef","title":"Laowa 180mm f\/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon EF","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eLaowa 180mm f\/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon EF Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Laowa 180mm f\/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon EF is the first tele-macro prime from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkcameras.com\/brand\/laowa\/\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#0066cc\"\u003eLaowa\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which combines high magnification with telephoto reach in a portable form. It offers a 1.5:1 magnification ratio, which enables the capture of subjects at life-size and higher with extraordinary detail. This suits subjects such as insects, plants, and product photography where fine details can be highly beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 484g this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkcameras.com\/lenses\/digital-slr-lenses\/canon-ef-mount\/\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#0066cc\"\u003eCanon EF mount DSLR lens\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is one of the smallest and lightest tele-macro lenses available, which is ideal for shooting out in the field and for travel, where larger lenses can be cumbersome, especially when working at close range with high magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe apochromatic (APO) design eliminates longitudinal and lateral chromatic aberrations, while rendering high levels of sharpness and accurate colours. The optical formula includes 12 elements in 9 groups, with results that render good quality even at the highest magnifications. Corner-to-corner sharpness ensures consistency for macro and telephoto applications, where the smallest details need to be pin sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkcameras.com\/cameras\/digital-slr-cameras\/canon\/\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"#0066cc\"\u003eCanon DSLR camera\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e users benefit from autofocus functionality, with an AF range from 1.5m to infinity, and only manual focus within 1.5m for precise fine adjustments. This combination of MF\/AF provides greater flexibility when alternating between macro, portrait, and telephoto subjects, which are all possible with this single 180mm prime. The internal focusing system helps to keep the lens compact, and the barrel design includes a function button, 62mm filter thread, electronic contacts for EXIF data, and a Type-C port for firmware updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Laowa macro lens provides a unique combination of reach with high magnification, portability, and advanced optics, which makes it a great option for macro photographers who may also capture telephoto images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLaowa 180mm f\/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro APO Key Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.5:1 magnification ratio for detailed close-up work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighs 484g in Canon EF mount and measures 67.6mm x 88.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApochromatic optical design corrects longitudinal and lateral chromatic aberrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptical construction includes 12 elements in 9 groups for consistent sharpness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutofocus is supported on Canon EF mount from 1.5m to infinity, with manual focus for closer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal focusing system prevents lens extension and helps protect against dust ingress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a 62mm filter thread, electronic contacts for EXIF data transmission, and a Type-C port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTripod collar is available separately to provide added stability when required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLaowa 180mm f\/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon EF in More Detail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1.5x Ultra Macro Magnification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lens offers up to 1.5:1 magnification, which exceeds life-size reproduction. With a minimum focusing distance of 30cm and a working distance of 14.7cm in manual focus, subjects such as insects, flowers, mushrooms and everyday items can be captured with exceptional detail. The extended working distance also helps to maintain a short gap between the front element and the subject to avoid accidentally knocking or disturbing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact and Lightweight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt around 522g, this lens is extremely compact for a 180mm tele-macro. Its 67.6mm x 134.4mm dimensions are also smaller and lighter than comparable lenses, so you can bring it for fieldwork and handheld shooting without any weight issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAPO Optical Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe apochromatic design effectively reduces chromatic aberrations, producing accurate colour and clarity even in challenging light. This ensures that your images are sharp and free from colour fringing in high contrast or out of focus areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSharpness Across the Frame\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an optical formula of 12 elements in 9 groups, the lens renders sharp results from the centre to the corners. This consistency is particularly useful when working at high magnifications where image detail is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAutofocus and Manual Focus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSony E mount users benefit from AF operation between 1.5m and infinity, which extends versatility as the lens can also be used for portraits and telephoto subjects. Under 1.5m only manual focus is available, for more precise control during close-up macro photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDurable Construction and Controls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lens design features internal focusing, which keeps the lens balanced and slightly more resistant to dust ingression. Additional features include a programmable function button for quick access to settings without needing to go into camera menus. There’s also a compact 62mm filter thread for filters such as UV and CPL, and the lens communicates with the body for EXIF data transmission. Lastly there’s a USB-C port for future firmware updates to help keep the lens current. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tripod collar can be purchased separately for better balance when shooting mounted on a tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaowa 180mm f\/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro APO Lens for Canon EF (DSLR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear lens caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLaowa 180mm f\/4.5 1.5x Ultra Macro APO Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormat \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Frame\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e180mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAperture Range \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAF: F4.5 - 22\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMF: F4.5 - 32\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAngle of View \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e13.7°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLens Structure \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 elements in 9 groups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAperture Blades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMin. Focusing Distance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e300mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMin. Working Distance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e147.6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax. Magnification \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.5X\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocusing System\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e AF from 1.5m to infinity and MF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilter Thread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e62mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront Diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e67.6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 67.6mm x 88.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e484g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"comp-specs\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eOffers: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eOffer Category: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eOffer Product Type: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eAutofocus: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eAperture ring: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eConstant Aperture: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eLens CIPA Image stabilization rating: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eColour: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eDiameter (mm): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eLength (mm): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eWeight (g): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eDistance scale: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eDoF scale: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eElements: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eEnvironmental Sealing: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eFocus distance limiter: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal length: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        180 mm\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eFocus method: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eFilter Thread: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eFull time manual: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eGroups: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eHood supplied: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eLens Image stabilization: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eLens mount: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eLens Materials: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eMaximum focal length: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eMaximum magnification: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eMaximum aperture (number): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eMaximum aperture (text): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eMax Format size: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eMinimum focal length: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eLens Minimum focus distance (m): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eMinimum aperture (number): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eMinimum aperture (text): \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eMotor type: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eNumber of diaphragm blades: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003ePower zoom: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eSpecial elements \/ coatings: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eTripod collar: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eLens type: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eWide\/Tele: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eLevel: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eYear Of Release: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eBest For: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eBest For Holiday and Landscape: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eBest For Interior and Architecture: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eBest For Fashion and Portrait: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For Macro and Still Life: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Yes\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eBest For Astro: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eBest For Street: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For Wildlife and Sport: \n                                \n                                    \n                                        Yes\n                                    \n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eZoom lock: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eZoom method: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                                \n                            \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"display: none;\"\u003eNotes: \n                                \n                                    N\/A\n                         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