Venus Optics Laowa STF 105mm f/2 (T3.2) lens first impression video

Laowa STF 105mm f/2 (B&H Photo | Adorama) at a glance:

• Canon EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• Aperture Range: f/2 (T3.2) to f/22
• One Apodization Element for Smooth Bokeh
• Three Low Dispersion Elements
• One Extra Refractive Index Element
• Manual Focus and Manual Aperture Ring
• Dual Diaphragms: 8- and 14-Blades

This interesting lens was announced back in March 2016. The manual focusing Laowa STF (Smooth Trans Focus) 105mm f/2 (T3.2) is made by Venus Optics. It’s currently available for pre-order at $699.

In the video below, hotographer and reviewer Dustin Abbott breaks down the build, handling, and how the new Laowa STF 105mm f/2 (T3.2) works. He also posted a sample images gallery.

Laowa STF 105mm f/2 (B&H Photo | Adorama)