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Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro Lens for Nikon F
Product Code: L242913N
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Capture larger than life 5:1 wide angle close-ups with the Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro Lens for Nikon F DSLR, with advanced optics and MF
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We Love
- Compact and lightweight larger than life-size 5:1 magnification macro prime lens
- Versatile lens with variable minimum focus distance of between 17.3 to 23.4cm for extremely close shots
- Great results with good sharpness and distortion control across the frame
- Manual focus only for precise control of focal point and sharp results
- Compatible with full frame FX and crop sensor DX Nikon DSLR cameras
Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro Lens Nikon F (FX) Summary
Nikon full frame photographers dedicated to macro have a new lens offering from Laowa in the form of this 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro Lens. As a close-up lens it captures a larger than life reproduction ratio of 2.5:1 to 5:1 and close focus distance of 17.3 to 23.4cm depending on magnification. Designed for FX it also works on DX crop sensor F-mount DSLR cameras, providing a cost effective manual-only focus model with great results.
At 25mm the lens affords excellent depth of field which is essential for macro work and the design is optimised to save space and weight at 400g measuring just 82mm x 65mm. This model has no electronic connections and does not offer infinity focus.
Features at a glance
- Ultra Macro with 2.5 - 5x magnification
- Compact and lightweight design
- Bright f/2.8 maximum aperture
- Great optical performance on Nikon DSLR cameras
- Extended working distance
- Up to 5:1 larger than life magnification
Good contrast, colour, and corner to corner sharpness are rendered by an optical design which includes 8 Elements in 6 groups. Interestingly eight aperture blades have been used, which does allow for smooth transitions to out of focus areas when combined with a wider aperture. An extra-low dispersion element is included to reduce chromatic aberrations and colour fringing is well controlled. Resulting images demonstrate sharp clarity and a high degree of colour accuracy.
Laowa specialises in unique lenses which offer a cost effective alternative to other Nikon DSLR lenses, such as the 15mm f/4.5 Zero-D Shift Lens for Nikon F and 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens (Nikon F). These models continue the trend of being special featured optics and always come with a twist, such as this option with 5:1 magnification.
Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro Lens for Nikon F Sample Images
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Whats In The Box
- Laowa 25mm F2.8 2.5-5x Ultra Macro Lens in Nikon F mount
- Front lens cap
- Rear lens cap
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| Autofocus: N/A |
| Aperture ring: Yes |
| Constant Aperture: Yes |
| Lens CIPA Image stabilization rating: N/A |
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| Diameter (mm): 82 |
| Length (mm): 65 |
| Weight (g): 400 |
| Distance scale: N/A |
| DoF scale: N/A |
| Elements: 8 |
| Environmental Sealing: N/A |
| Focus distance limiter: N/A |
| Focal length: 25 mm |
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| Filter Thread: N/A |
| Full time manual: Yes |
| Groups: 6 |
| Hood supplied: N/A |
| Lens Image stabilization: N/A |
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| Maximum focal length: 25 |
| Maximum magnification: 5 |
| Maximum aperture (number): 2.8 |
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| Minimum focal length: 25 |
| Lens Minimum focus distance (m): 0.17 |
| Minimum aperture (number): 16 |
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| Motor type: N/A |
| Number of diaphragm blades: 8 |
| Power zoom: N/A |
| Special elements / coatings: 1 low-dispersion element |
| Tripod collar: N/A |
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| Best For Macro and Still Life: Yes |
| Best For Astro: N/A |
| Best For Street: N/A |
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| Zoom lock: N/A |
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Our Verdict
This lens is well suited for either enthusiast or professional macro photographers. With a compact size and weight it allows you to bring it along anywhere and capture extremely detailed shots, rarely visible to the naked eye. Laowa’s Ultra Macro designation refers to the capability of capturing between 2.5 - 5x magnification, which is considerably larger than a typical 1:1 macro lens. The compact design lets you get into the action as well as mounting on or off-camera Nikon compatible flash units to light your subject. Manual-only focusing is often preferred for extreme close-up work, allowing the photographer to choose the point of focus and accurately focus stack images.
25mm is an extremely wide focal width for a macro prime, which offers a unique field of view along with deeper depth of field from the outset. The aperture range of between f/2.8 and f/22 provides opportunities to adjust the depth of field in the image and an eight-bladed diaphragm renders smooth out of focus areas. This 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro Lens continues in the theme of unique models from Laowa, providing a cost effective and good quality macro option for Nikon users.
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Condition guide
Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
Peace of mind with our 6 month warranty
This product has been thoroughly tested by our team of photographers and we are happy to give a 6 month warranty as a result. The number of tests depends on the individual product but we are confident in this product having tested all the major functions. Anything that isn’t as you would expect, we then make a note of and show this in the condition notes on the page.
So you can be confident you are buying a great piece of kit that’s been looked after by a fellow photographer and seen many extraordinary sights, tested by our team of photographers and now looking forward to being set free to capture more great images!
