The Laowa 15mm f/4 1:1 Macro with Shift is the worldÕs first lens to combine an ultra-wide angle of view with true 1:1 macro magnification, creating exciting new possibilities for creative photography. Unlike traditional macro lenses that use mid-to-long focal lengths and separate the subject from its surroundings, this lens lets you shoot extremely close while still capturing the wider environment in the frame. The result is images that are both striking and informative.

Wide Angle Macro Photography Ñ A New Creative Frontier

Featuring a 110¡ angle of view and 1:1 maximum magnification, this lens allows you to focus very close to your subject so it fills the foreground, while the wide perspective still shows the habitat, landscape or background around it. No extension tubes are required. It is an excellent option for nature, insect, botanical and environmental macro photography.

±6mm Shift for Architecture and Landscape

This lens also works as a high-quality ultra-wide prime for full-frame sensors, with infinity focus capability. A rear shift mechanism provides up to ±6mm of adjustment for APS-C cameras, making it ideal for correcting perspective distortion in architectural, interior and landscape photography without relying on post-production fixes.

Exceptional Optical Construction

Its optical design includes 12 elements in 9 groups, with 3 High Refractive elements and 1 Extra-low Dispersion element, for sharp results from centre to edge. Barrel distortion is carefully controlled, and all elements feature anti-reflective coating to help reduce flare and ghosting. The 14-blade aperture creates a near-circular opening for smooth, creamy bokeh even at this focal length.

Key Features

• WorldÕs first ultra-wide 1:1 macro lens Ñ no extension tubes required
• 110¡ angle of view with 1:1 maximum magnification
• ±6mm shift mechanism for perspective correction on APS-C cameras
• Full-frame compatible with infinity focus capability
• 12 elements in 9 groups Ñ including 3 High Refractive and 1 ED element
• 14-blade aperture for smooth, circular bokeh
• Anti-reflective coating on all elements Ñ helps minimise flare and ghosting
• Full metal construction
• Sony E Mount
• Manual focus, manual aperture