{"product_id":"laowa-af-12mm-f28-lite-zero-d-ff-lens-for-sony-fe","title":"Laowa AF 12mm f\/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Lens for Sony FE","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eLaowa AF 12mm f\/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Lens for Sony FE Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Laowa AF 12mm f\/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF for Sony FE is an ultra-wide full-frame mirrorless lens that combines a 122° rectilinear angle of view with autofocus and a compact build. It updates the original 12mm f\/2.8 Zero-D with a lighter, mirrorless-optimised design and adds autofocus while retaining Laowa’s ‘Zero-D’ low-distortion optics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighing just 377g in Sony FE mount and measuring approximately 77mm long, this ultra wide angle lens is compact despite providing an extreme field of view. The fast f\/2.8 aperture supports low-light shooting and night scenes, while a 14cm minimum focusing distance allows close foreground emphasis in wide compositions. A built-in 72mm filter thread removes the need for oversized filter systems, which are often associated with ultra-wide lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lens suits genres including landscape, architecture, interiors and astrophotography, where a wide field of view, well controlled distortion and portable size are all benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLaowa AF 12mm f\/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Key Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-frame 12mm autofocus ultra-wide lens with 122° rectilinear angle of view\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZero-D optical design maintains minimal distortion across the frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright f\/2.8 aperture supports low-light and night photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum focusing distance of 14cm for close foreground emphasis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact mirrorless construction weighing 377g in Sony FE mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in 72mm filter thread supports standard screw-in filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-blade aperture for 10-point sunstars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved sharpness and reduced chromatic aberration compared to original DSLR version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e: When focusing at stopped-down apertures, a faint operational sound may be audible. This is a normal characteristic and does not affect optical performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLaowa AF 12mm f\/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Lens for Sony FE in More Detail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUltra-wide rectilinear coverage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 122° angle of view places this lens among the widest rectilinear options available for full-frame mirrorless systems. Unlike fisheye designs, straight lines remain straight, which is critical when photographing architecture or interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 12mm focal length exaggerates spatial relationships while maintaining usable proportions. This makes it suitable for real estate, dramatic landscape foregrounds and environmental compositions where scale and depth are central to the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eZero-D optics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaowa’s Zero-D design keeps geometric distortion to a minimum, reducing the need for heavy correction in post-processing. Architectural edges and interior lines retain their shape, which simplifies workflow and preserves resolution across the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to the earlier DSLR-based 12mm f\/2.8, this Lite version improves edge sharpness and reduces chromatic aberration. In high-contrast scenes such as backlit skylines or night cityscapes, colour fringing is better controlled, particularly towards the edges of the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAutofocus operation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis version introduces autofocus, expanding usability for fast-moving situations or handheld work. Focus acquisition is reliable for landscapes, interiors and general scene capture, where precise framing and timing matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a 14cm minimum focusing distance, the lens supports close foreground placement. Ultra-wide close focusing can create strong depth and scale effects, especially when placing objects near the front element while retaining broad background coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAperture and low light performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe f\/2.8 maximum aperture provides flexibility in low-light environments such as night cityscapes and astrophotography. At 12mm, depth of field remains extensive even at wider apertures, but f\/2.8 allows lower ISO settings and faster shutter speeds compared to slower ultra-wide alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the selected version, the lens is available with either a 5-blade aperture that produces defined 10-point sunstars, or a 14-blade version that renders smoother out-of-focus highlights. This choice allows photographers to prioritise starburst effects or more rounded bokeh characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompact design with filter compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mirrorless-optimised design significantly reduces size and weight compared to the older DSLR version. At 377g in Sony FE mount, it is less than half the weight of the previous 699g design and is notably shorter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA built-in 72mm filter thread allows the use of standard circular filters such as ND or polarising filters. This avoids large square filter holders that are common with ultra-wide lenses lacking front threads, simplifying travel and landscape setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this lens offer autofocus on Sony cameras?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it supports autofocus on Sony mirrorless bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the angle of view?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt provides a 122° rectilinear angle of view on full-frame cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it produce fisheye distortion?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it is a rectilinear design and maintains straight lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the closest focusing distance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe minimum focusing distance is 14cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan standard filters be attached?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it features a built-in 72mm filter thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it compare to the older 12mm f\/2.8 Zero-D?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis newer Lite version is lighter, more compact, includes autofocus and adds a standard filter thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for astrophotography?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the 12mm focal length and f\/2.8 aperture make it suitable for night sky photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaowa AF 12mm f\/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Lens for Sony FE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront and rear lens caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLaowa AF 12mm f\/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF Lens 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\u003e12mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum Aperture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ef\/2.8\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\u003e122°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimum Focusing Distance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocus Type\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutofocus\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\u003e72mm\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\u003eApprox. 77mm x 75.5mm\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\u003e377g\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 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\u003e12mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum Aperture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ef\/2.8\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\u003e122°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimum Focusing Distance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocus Type\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutofocus\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\u003e72mm\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\u003eApprox. 77mm x 75.5mm\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\u003e377g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Laowa","offers":[{"title":"Default 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