Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm f/2 MFT
The Laowa 7.5mm f/2 is a standout enthusiast MFT ultra-wide (15mm equivalent) on the back of a bright f/2 aperture and a featherweight 170 g body. That combination makes it excellent for astro, landscape, interiors, and gimbal or drone builds where weight matters. It's manual focus only with a manual aperture ring, though, so skip it if you need autofocus or auto-aperture EXIF on the standard version.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall69±6Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| mount | mftSourced | Sourced |
| coverage | Micro Four ThirdsSourced | Sourced |
| focal length | 7.5mmSourced | Sourced |
| max aperture | f/2Sourced | Sourced |
| filter thread (mm) | 46Sourced | Sourced |
| stabilized | noSourced | Sourced |
| weight (g) | 170Sourced | Sourced |
7/7 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Compact ultra-wide (15mm equiv) for MFT astro/landscape/interiors
- Drone and gimbal builds (170g standard; 150g ultralight variant)
Who should skip this
- Autofocus needs (manual focus only)
- Auto-aperture/EXIF on the standard version (manual aperture ring)
Where to buy
List price $499
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Ecosystem
Compatibility
Built around Micro Four Thirds. Make sure the rest of your build uses the same platform before you buy — mismatched sockets, mounts or standards are the most common return reason. Check it in the builder →
Upgrade path
Outgrow it and the OM System M.Zuiko 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO II is the natural next step up in lenses. See it →