Laowa Venus Optics 24mm f/14 2X Macro Probe Lens for Pentax K

Laowa 24mm f/14 2X Macro Probe Lens for Pentax K

The Laowa 24mm f/14 2X Macro Probe is a probe lens that focuses from 2:1 macro to infinity, with an immersive wide-angle "bug eye" perspective. Most macro lenses have long focal lengths (60 to 120 mm) and isolate the subject from its surroundings; the 24mm Probe focuses as close as 2 cm at 2:1 while its 85° angle of view includes the environment, and the wide-angle design gives much greater depth of field at short distances than telephoto macro lenses. This suits both studio table-top work and nature photography.

The 40 cm tubular barrel lets you bring the front of the lens very close to the subject while staying at a distance, for example with shy animals or dangerous snakes, and its 20 mm diameter fits into tight spaces such as between candles on a cake or inside the neck of a bottle; the slim barrel also leaves more light on the subject. An LED ring on the tip helps with focusing, and the front of the barrel is waterproof (non-removable cover) for shooting just below the water surface, also protecting against dust and fine sand. It covers both full-frame and Super35 sensors and weighs only 474 g. The LED is powered by an external battery (not included). The package includes a white USB dimmer (with output adjustment), a black USB cable (without adjustment) and a metal case. This version has the Pentax K mount.

Key features

• Focus from 2:1 macro to infinity
• 24 mm wide-angle "bug eye" perspective (85°)
• 40 cm tubular barrel, 20 mm diameter
• LED ring light on the tip
• Waterproof front barrel
• Full frame and Super35 coverage
• Weight 474 g

In the box

• White USB dimmer cable (adjustable output)
• Black USB cable (fixed output)
• Metal case

Specifications

• Focal length: 24 mm
• Maximum aperture: f/14
• Angle of view: 85°
• Format: full frame / Super35
• Optical construction: 27 elements in 19 groups
• Minimum focusing distance: 47 cm (from the sensor)
• Minimum working distance: 20 mm
• Maximum magnification: 2x
• Focus and aperture: manual
• Filter thread: none
• Dimensions: 38 x 408 mm
• Weight: 474 g
• Mount: Pentax K