Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D Shift L Mount
by LaowaCombining an ultrawide 17mm focal length with precise perspective control, the Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens from Venus Optics is designed for full-frame L-mount cameras and applications that demand architectural accuracy.
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Package includes
- Venus Optics Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens (L-Mount)
- Front Lens Cap
- Rear Lens Cap
- Lens Hood
Combining an ultrawide 17mm focal length with precise perspective control, the Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D Shift Lens from Venus Optics is designed for full-frame L-mount cameras and applications that demand architectural accuracy. Its ±11mm shift capability allows photographers to correct converging vertical lines directly in-camera, making it particularly well-suited for architectural, interior, real estate, and landscape photography. The lens provides a broad 104° angle of view while Laowa's Zero-D optical design minimizes distortion at the source, producing clean, natural geometry across the frame.
The optical system incorporates 18 elements in 12 groups, including extra-low dispersion, ultrahigh refraction, and aspherical elements to maintain sharpness and clarity across wide compositions. A 14-blade iris renders smooth out-of-focus areas, while the manual focus design allows precise control down to a close focusing distance of 9.8". Designed for professional workflows, the lens includes a built-in 360° rotating tripod support with an integrated Arca-type plate and sports a standard 86mm front filter thread.
- ±11mm shift capability for correcting converging vertical lines in architectural and interior photography
- Wide 104° field of view provides expansive coverage for landscapes, real estate, and tight interior spaces
- 360° rotating lens body enables quick orientation changes between vertical and horizontal compositions
- Zero-D optical design minimizes distortion for accurate geometry straight out of camera
- 18-element, 12-group optical structure with four extra-low dispersion, five ultra-high refraction, and two aspherical elements
- f/4 to f/22 aperture range enables depth control while maintaining edge-to-edge sharpness
- 14-blade diaphragm contributes smooth bokeh and natural highlight rendering
- Manual focus mechanism with a minimum focus distance of 9.8” for detailed close-up compositions
- Integrated tripod support with Arca-Swiss plate for stable mounting and streamlined workflow
- 86mm front filter thread allows direct use of screw-in filters without external holders
- Compact design measuring 3.7 x 4.4” and weighing 1.7 lb for maneuverability
| Focal Length | 17mm |
| Aperture | Maximum: f/4 |
| Minimum: f/22 | |
| Lens Mount | L-Mount |
| Lens Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
| Angle of View | 104° |
| Tilt-Shift | +/- 11 mm Shift |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 9.8" / 25 cm |
| Optical Design | 18 Elements in 12 Groups |
| Aperture/Iris Blades | 14 |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Tripod Mounting | Fixed and Rotating Collar |
| Filter Size | 86 mm (Front) |
| Dimensions | ø: 3.7 x L: 4.4" / ø: 93 x L: 111 mm |
| Weight | 1.7 lb / 770 g |