Venus Optics Announces Pricing & Availability for Laowa 17mm f/4 GFX Zero-D Lens

Venus Optics has launched pre-orders for its upcoming Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D Lens for Fujifilm GFX cameras. The lens is set to start shipping in mid August for $1,199.
Geared toward landscape, architecture, interior, and astrophotography, the Laowa 17mm f/4 Zero-D lens features a 113° angle of view and is now poised to become the widest native lens available for Fujifilm G mount mirrorless cameras. The unit's optical design consists of 21 elements in 14 groups for minimal optical distortion. Likewise, the device uses a a 5-blade straight aperture system for 10-point sunstar rendering. In addition, the lens includes a 86mm front filter thread, allowing users to attach screw-on filters.
Here's a full rundown of key specs per Venus Optics:
- Focal Length - 17mm
- Max. Aperture - f/4
- Angle of View - 113°
- Format Compatibility - Medium Format
- Lens Structure - 21 elements in 14 groups
- Aperture Blades - 5
- Min. Focusing Distance - 20 cm
- Max. Magnification - 1 : 3.6
- Focus Mode - Manual Focus
- Filter Thread - 86mm
- Dimensions - 88 x 124.5 mm
- Weight - 829g
- Mounts - Fujifilm G
Source: Venus Optics via DP Review