Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro Lens Review & Sample Photos
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@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
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@Peyre Жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the content Micael. Your channel is basically the go-to place to learn about Laowa Macro lenses on KZfaq!
@KfirIL 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! It is actually smaller than the 65mm. Another great video, Micael, keep it up.
@IanWilkinson 2 жыл бұрын
Laowa state that this lens has an apochromatic optical design, which accounts for the lack of chromatic aberration - just like the much more expensive Voigtlander Apo-Lanthars. You have some lovely sharp, contrasty, saturated example images, which show that this would make a very tempting addition to any macro lens collection. Nice review ;-)
@myrmecofourmis 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great review. I shoot videos at high magnification with the 100mm 2X or the 25mm 5X and really looking forward to this lens being released now.
@DirkDien 2 жыл бұрын
AWESOME!! Will buy it asap 😍
@IanHobday 2 жыл бұрын
Make sure to use Micael's link! Gives him a bit of a commission and will encourage Laowa to send him more lenses to review!
@kaybatra 8 ай бұрын
Thanks, a very nice video as usual. This is gonna be my main macro lens on my future Nikon Z50. Cheers.
@BoboMedia007 2 жыл бұрын
This lens looks awesome
@AddictedtoProjects 2 жыл бұрын
Dangit! I literally just bought the Laowa 60mm a month ago, and I've been super impressed with it. And I'm too looking to reduce the weight of my gear.... My wife is going to kill me...... 😜
@coltoncyr2283 2 жыл бұрын
😆 I'm like, ok how can I order this, and keep it behind bars, or if the wife sees it, I got it a while ago so I can't return it.. oh sorrrry hahaha. Walking on glass!! But worth it?? 🤫
@JoeMustang99 2 жыл бұрын
I just added this lens to my Sony kit. It is tiny and light, just what I wanted. Now I can use full frame instead of taking the m43 Olympus gear out when I am shooting with the Sony anyway.
@tamura718 2 жыл бұрын
Hi I Ilike to your channel. I decide to buy this lens. Thank you so much!!
@jafargio 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your review. I am thinking to start some of macro shots in the middle between this and 25mm macro 5x lens. Mainly I will use for insects and small objects.
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
If it is your first macro lens I would recommend this one, and not the 25mm.
@geminiwraith 2 жыл бұрын
I love my 100mm Laowa, but the weight combined with the FTZ adapter and flash on my Nikon Z5 is cumbersome. This looks like a great option if I can make it work with my diffuser setup.
@VietAnhNguyen-jp1tg 2 жыл бұрын
As a field macro photographer, this is also my dream lens. Tiny with incredible magnification. I definitely would look into this for Chrismas :))) The only thing that could make it better would be a bit of weather sealing
@douglasstemke2444 5 ай бұрын
Agree.
@MattMarcio 2 жыл бұрын
this is very interesting lens !! 😀
@SinaFarhat 2 жыл бұрын
Fint! Detta är bevisat att om man finner sin specialitet i en redan hård konkurrens marknad så kan du skapa riktigt bra saker som fyller ett special syfte! :) Jag antar att DSLR gängets storhets tid är förbi då fler och fler tillverkare gå mot att skapa objektiv som drar nytta av fördelarna med mirrorless systemet!
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Jepp. Detta är vad jag gillar med Laowa - de hittar på objektiv som ingen annan har gjort och gör dem bra.
@knowyouryoga 2 жыл бұрын
Hello I'm planning to buy a macro lens for A7iii and a flash would you recommend this one or your favourite 60mm? Thanks
@IanHobday 2 жыл бұрын
Ordered using your link! Hope you get a nice commission. Been waiting for this lens for quite a while, will now go about selling that huge Laowa 100/2.8 2x lens I have here.
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for using my link, very much appreciated :) Yeah I think this will be a very welcome upgrade for 100mm users - that lens is pretty heavy.
@IanHobday 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell The new lens shipped out today, FedEx from China to Japan. Hopefully it arrives soon!
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
@@IanHobday when I have ordered their lenses to Sweden I always received them within 3-4 days
@IanHobday 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell Really exited to get it. I best get busy selling that 100 though or my wife is going to be none too happy with me.... I also have their STF lens which is really cool but I might let go too and use the money on flash gear...
@IanHobday 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell BTW, always enjoy your videos! You were a big influence on me when I chose to get the 100/2.8 2x instead of the Sony 90/2.8 lens. Happy to finally have an extremely compact macro lens that won't be so hard to use on walks.
@seanconery8836 Жыл бұрын
Another great review from Micael !! Hi Micael, which Laowa full frame MACRO do you recommend (ease of use + largest DOF at f/11) : - Laowa 58mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro APO - Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO - Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO - Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO I use a Nikon Z7. Thanks for advice.
@AnkitGupta12 Жыл бұрын
Hi, Thanks for a good review! I am curious to know how is it different from a regular zoom lens which can cover 85mm at f/5.6. Need to know how does manufacturers unlock close focal distance and magnification?
@bartvanassche6174 2 жыл бұрын
Most interesting! 😁👌 The only single thing I missed in your review was pricing. Whether or not it's it's worth the purchase cost is of course subjective, but still it would have been nice to hear it somewhere 😊
@bennovp 2 жыл бұрын
Pricing is at 00:45
@bartvanassche6174 2 жыл бұрын
@@bennovp I stand corrected, i didn't hear it but didn't notice it was written in 👌
@dontgetmadgetwise4271 2 жыл бұрын
And a single step-up ring allows a Raynox to connect directly, without vignetting on FF. nice.
@JimiCanRead 2 жыл бұрын
Haven’t watched the whole video yet but I already want this lens and yet realise I will never be able to justify spending that much 🤪
@Sanne013 2 жыл бұрын
Just spend an hour looking at like 400, 500 and 600mm prime lenses, then come back to this one and you'll be like, yeah, I'll compromise, I won't buy a 600mm, but go with this cheap 85mm. 😂😂
@drpainsjourney 2 жыл бұрын
YIHA - SUBS AGAIN! Thank you sir!
@andylee5687 2 жыл бұрын
Nice review of the Laowa 85 Macro....where did you get the reflector that goes around the lens to diffuse the strobe flash. I really like it and want one for my macro shooting.
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, check this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pbR6qdiBmNOdpZs.html
@ag-108 2 жыл бұрын
Hi! I have a question. Can you make a video and show us how to work with the meikke lamp? I still have problem with manual options. I think I am doing something wrong 😅 best regards from Poland
@DanielVidal9530 2 жыл бұрын
I ordered the Laowa 60mm yesterday, this lens look much better, damit
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Oh that’s bad timing :(
@DanielVidal9530 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell It's my fault for not subscribing on Patreon :( Thanks for all the videos! you are the best macro photography channel on youtube
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
@@DanielVidal9530 thank you for your kind words :)
@ubeeh 2 жыл бұрын
Ordered it today, BEFORE watching your video, which was great as always. Will sell my 60mm Laowa instead.
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking about doing the same :)
@ubeeh 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell But I will keep the 100 and 25mm Laowas :-)
@AnkitGupta12 Жыл бұрын
Can you review lenses like 20-70 f/2.8 or 24-70 f/4 lenses for macro? (Inverted lens setup)
@mzm4344 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Micael, do you think an on flash diffuser would work just as the one you use?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Yes works well as long as you have a smaller flash
@sclogse1 2 жыл бұрын
Still, the macro on the old pocket digitals from Samsung, Canon and Panasonic were remarkable even with the 5 meg cameras. Plus, their depth of field due to the very short distance to the sensor was great. It was the first time since film you could nail macro. Film was always hit or miss. They were great, and even the Canon 310 Elph had optical stabilization. Oh, and distortion is spelled.......
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Oh I have used the Swedish spelling of distortion by mistake in my last few videos :) thanks for noticing, will think of that next time!
@johnkanzler6646 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, Micael. Do you suppose this can be adapted to micro four thirds?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
I don’t think so. And also I don’t see the point, as there already is a Laowa 2x macro lens for MFT: the 50mm. I think that one is even smaller than the 85mm. Check my review.
@johnkanzler6646 2 жыл бұрын
Micael Widell thanks!
@Schroeder3000 2 жыл бұрын
hey Micael, thank you for the review :) where can i buy this - i think i will change my Laowa 60mm 2:1 into the 85 5.6 :)
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
I recommend ordering it from Laowas homepage. Usually it is hard to find their lenses in stock in local resellers. Check links in the video description
@douglasstemke2444 5 ай бұрын
I am thinking about getting this lens but am more interested how far you can stop the lens down to maximize DOV before you start to run into artifacts. F11? F16? useable?
@MicaelWidell 5 ай бұрын
You are not going to get artifacts, but diffraction softness. How far you can stop down depends on the magnification and your tolerance for softness. But this diffraction softness is going to be the same regardless of what lens you use - it is due to laws of physics. At 1x magnification you can shoot at f/11, but if you use f/11 at 2x you are going to get some slight softness. I usually shoot at f/8 at 2x.
@divyanshbadole6588 2 жыл бұрын
Should I buy this for an aps c camera (a6400) over the 65mm ? Since, it's smaller than the 65mm and will also give a nice working distance.
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Tough decision. The image quality is the same. You have to decide if slightly smaller size or a wider max aperture is most important to you.
@IanHobday 2 жыл бұрын
Unless you are planning to move to FF soon I would get the APS-C lens for your APS-C camera. If you really want the 85 I'd at least wait for reviews of the lens by someone shooting with it on an APS-C body. The higher pixel densities and smaller sensors sometimes have unexpected results.
@Karol.M 2 жыл бұрын
@@IanHobday is less sharper on aps-c
@ryanbeer5262 2 жыл бұрын
Christopher Frost has a review with FF & CS cameras.
@divyanshbadole6588 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, saw that one, he said, "There are sharper options than this for aps c, like the 65mm". So ig it's a 'No' to this lens.
@satyarod Жыл бұрын
Would this be ideal for a compact scanning rig to scan film negatives?
@MicaelWidell Жыл бұрын
Yes this lens would be perfect for that
@Sandofoto Жыл бұрын
Isn't it difficult to shoot handheld at 2 times mag without stabilisation? Even though I have the Canon R6 with ibis I'm a bit concerned.
@MicaelWidell Жыл бұрын
It's not that hard to be honest. Just takes a little practice. If you can do it at 1x you can do it at 2x or 3x.
@ragewise6377 2 жыл бұрын
seems this so good , maybe you shift your most favorite lens from 60mm f2.8 to this??
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Yes I just might!
@Honkus 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, that looks like a very tempting lens. What lighting were you using in those going pics? Diffuser and Godox flash?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
The outdoors shots I was using either a Meike MK320 flash with a sheet diffuser, or just natural light.
@Honkus 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell Ah, thanks. I was referring to ~6:33 when you had a Godox trigger on and some large rectangular diffuser, and later there is a Godox with it's head in a globe diffuser. I am just looking for a remote flash solution and was curious what you were using.
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
@@Honkus ah! That is the Godox tt685 flash with wireless trigger. I love this flash and it is great value for money.
@leniehulse1621 2 жыл бұрын
I think the large diffuser is just a plastic bottle and I think in a past video he had said that the round one on his flash was just a light globe from the hardware store.
@ziramas 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review. I am considering the buy this lens, due to the size of this lens, do I have to use a small size flash ? Cos the TT685 which I am using is quite tall, I am worrying the angle of the flash.
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I would prefer a lower profile flash with this lens for the reason you stated. But you can always make a diffuser that leads the light to the right place, for example a Pringles diffuser.
@ziramas 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Micael
@patricketp8356 2 жыл бұрын
A low light comparison between A6000 and A7III would be interesting. I´m struggling these black Fridays with myself, if I should level up to A7III. Sorry :D
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
I am pretty sure that the A7iii would win big. It has one of the best dynamic range sensors in the world.
@ziramas 2 жыл бұрын
Hi, may I know what kind of flash you used in this video, thanks.
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
The two flashes I use the most is the Meike mk320 and Godox TT685
@andylee5687 2 жыл бұрын
Since you are using the Sony bodies, how does the Laowa 85/5.6 other Laowa macros compare with the FE Sony 90/2.8 Macro?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
The Sony 90mm has only 1x magnification and costs 3x as much, that is why I prefer the Laowa lenses. But if you want autofocus and a wider max aperture, that is something the Sony lens has.
@andylee5687 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell At the end of the day with only a F5.6 on the Laowa at 2x, does it out perform the Sony 90/2.8 resolution even at 1x. A resolution test chart should answer this. Typically, the larger the f-stop the greater the resolution.
@ttbirds1082 2 жыл бұрын
What are your views on pairing the Leica M version of this f/5.6 85mm lens with Micro Four-Thirds camera instead of using the Laowa f/2.8 50mm native mft option?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
I have no idea why anyone would do that when the 50mm exists which is made especially for MFT
@ttbirds1082 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell I see 2 reasons - 1) Probably better working distance to the subject (and this is what I am most interested in) and 2) Could adapt the 85mm M variant to many camera bodies (mft, Sony E etc.) with any inexpensive adapter.
@simoney890 12 күн бұрын
do you suggest me to buy this lens for an a6600? just incase i choose to upgrade to ff in the future
@MicaelWidell 12 күн бұрын
If you might upgrade to FF this is a great purchase!
@simoney890 12 күн бұрын
@@MicaelWidellok so i'll take it, thank you!
@Ade5 Жыл бұрын
Is this lense designed for full-frame? (Sony E)
@MicaelWidell Жыл бұрын
Yes it is for full frame
@TheThing_0 2 жыл бұрын
The main problem is how worse diffraction will be. After all, the aperture is a relative value, but the diffraction depends on the real one. I saw a comparison of MP-E and Laowa 25 and the Laowa has a much worse diffraction because of a small diameter of the front lens
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
You won’t notice diffraction at f5.6 at 2x magnification, so I don’t really see the issue.
@myrmecofourmis 2 жыл бұрын
Do you think the small size makes it harder to focus?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
No i don’t notice any difference with focusing
@myrmecofourmis 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell great, I know what I am buying myself for Christmas haha !
@Inpreesme 2 жыл бұрын
👍
@HandswithCam 2 жыл бұрын
6 months later, how would u say it compares to the 60mm from laowa? which one do u u see most often?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
I only borrowed the 85mm for a few days. But I think I would prefer the 85mm if I got to pick today.
@HandswithCam 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell wow!
@TheSunnySuttons 10 ай бұрын
Do you recommend this lens with a Sony apsc camera?
@MicaelWidell 10 ай бұрын
Even better would be the Laowa 65mm which has similar size but wider max aperture and optimized for APSC
@TheSunnySuttons 10 ай бұрын
@@MicaelWidell thanks, much appreciated 🙏🏻
@drey4294 2 жыл бұрын
Are the photos processed on the video or is it a photo without processing directly from the camera?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Some of them are straight from the camera. Most of them are slightly processed, mostly changing the exposure and lifting shadows. No heavy processing was done.
@drey4294 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell thanks. Cool shots and very cool lens) For the first my macro lens I ordered BrightinStar f2.8 that you reviewed some time ago. I'm really looking forward to it.
@stevendmercado1783 2 жыл бұрын
Does this fit a canon rebel t6?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
No this is only for mirrorless cameras.
@henrybrylowski1332 2 жыл бұрын
Well after watching this video I want this lens instead of the 100mm 2x lens!🤦♂️🤷♂️🤔😱😁😝🤘. Now to get an r6.🤔
@s.kalidas3676 2 жыл бұрын
It would be great if you find an adapter for fuji x mount.
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah it is a bit strange that they don’t offer it for Fuji. But you can buy the 65mm which is not that much bigger and also an excellent lens
@s.kalidas3676 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell yeah but this for apsc could be excellent
@Martinjstevens 2 жыл бұрын
Compatible with apc-c cameras?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Sure why not :) but does not come for some apsc mounts
@trowawayacc 2 жыл бұрын
Does it come in fuji?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Nope doesn’t look like it
@dennisharris144 2 жыл бұрын
Is the working distance too short and therefore scare away all the insects?
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
The working distance is on par with other macro lenses. To avoid scaring insects I think is more a matter of skill and technique, check these tips: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lbWGm9Zlq9nImoU.html
@MamieLife 2 жыл бұрын
Someone said that it is a APS-C lens that you can put on a full frame. If true, will my 24mp sensor drop at 10mp? BTW just love your newsletters
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
This lens is made for full frame, and will give you great resolution both in aps-c and full frame. Maybe you are confusing it with the Laowa 60mm which is made for APS-C but also works on full frame for macro photography.
@MamieLife 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell You are so nice for your quick response. I bought it and is waiting for the shipment and I had this doubt suddenly that made me a little bit stressed (a lot), Thank you, feeling better allready LOL!
@user-gk5ws5os2c 2 жыл бұрын
ahh another $500 MUST be spent 🤣🤣🤣
@CEKTAHTb 2 жыл бұрын
Dear Author, could u sell your 65mm macro to me now?)
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry I love it too much to sell it ;)
@CEKTAHTb 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell ok... Another deal. I will like all your videos if u sell it
@ChaosSlave51 2 жыл бұрын
I think it is kind of dishonest not to mention how the small aperture, and the lack of auto aperture dims the viewfinder to a point where it's often impossible to take photos if your flash lacks supporting lights
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
That’s not an issue on mirrorless cameras. And this lens only fits mirrorless cameras. Check my video on macro photography settings to see how to fix this.
@ChaosSlave51 2 жыл бұрын
@@MicaelWidell I don't know why you think that considering it is advertised as a standard EF lens, and looks like a close cousin of the Venus Optics Laowa 25mm which I am suing with my canon DSLR. That said, even with using the digital screen, at a high F, the image is almost black without explicit lights. Admittingly the 25mm has much more magnification, exacerbating the issue, but it's still a big strike against the no auto aperture lenses.
@MicaelWidell 2 жыл бұрын
@@ChaosSlave51 This lens is NOT advertised as a Canon EF lens, nor is it possible to use with a DSLR due to their longer flange distance. If you look at the official homepage you will notice that the lens is not available for EF mount.
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