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Black cylindrical lens barrel with red accent ring, manual focus scale and Canon RF mount visible

Venus Optics

Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye Canon RF camera lens

SKU CH-HRVX-XC84S

A full-frame zoom fisheye delivering a 180-degree circular view at 8mm and a constant f/2.8 aperture for low-light and creative depth control

  • Ultra-wide 180° angle of view at 8mm for immersive circular fisheye
  • Constant f/2.8 aperture across the zoom range enables low-light and creative depth control
  • Dual fisheye effect shifts from circular at 8mm to full-frame at 15mm for versatile perspectives
  • 13 elements in 9 groups deliver outstanding sharpness and clarity throughout the zoom
  • Smooth 70° manual focus throw provides precise control for creative depth-of-field effects

What this lens delivers

The Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye covers full-frame sensors with a dual fisheye effect. At 8mm it projects a 180-degree circular view, while 15mm fills the frame with a diagonal fisheye. The constant f/2.8 aperture supports low-light work and 360-degree panorama creation for photographers and content creators.

Mount and focus before you buy

This lens uses the Canon RF mount and operates with manual focus only. A 70-degree focus throw gives precise control, but there is no autofocus motor. Confirm that your RF body can record aperture data from a manual lens and that you are comfortable focusing without electronic assistance.

Thermals noise and power

As a passive optical device the lens draws no electrical power and produces no fan noise. Its 13-element, 9-group construction handles normal temperature variation without active cooling. Heat buildup is not a concern during extended video or stills sessions, and the mechanical aperture ring operates silently.

Highlights

  • Ultra-wide 180° angle of view at 8mm for immersive circular fisheye
  • Constant f/2.8 aperture across the zoom range enables low-light and creative depth control
  • Dual fisheye effect shifts from circular at 8mm to full-frame at 15mm for versatile perspectives
  • 13 elements in 9 groups deliver outstanding sharpness and clarity throughout the zoom
  • Smooth 70° manual focus throw provides precise control for creative depth-of-field effects

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye come with front and rear caps, and is a filter thread available for accessories?

The lens ships with front and rear caps; the ultra-wide 180-degree fisheye design at 8mm means there is no front filter thread, so screw-on filters cannot be attached.

Should I choose the 8mm or 15mm end of the zoom for a full 180-degree circular fisheye on my full-frame Canon RF camera?

At 8mm the lens delivers a 180-degree angle of view that creates a circular fisheye image on full-frame sensors; zooming to 15mm fills the frame with a diagonal fisheye instead.

How does the constant f/2.8 aperture perform when shooting handheld astrophotography at 8mm on a full-frame body?

The constant f/2.8 aperture across the 8-15mm range provides bright, consistent exposure for low-light scenes such as astrophotography, while the 70-degree focus throw allows precise manual focus on stars.

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