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product_id: 190325902
title: "Venus Optics Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens for FUJIFILM X"
brand: "laowa"
price: "R12934"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Laowa"
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# Venus Optics Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens for FUJIFILM X

**Brand:** laowa
**Price:** R12934
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Venus Optics Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens for FUJIFILM X by laowa
- **How much does it cost?** R12934 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- laowa enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted laowa brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Description

Focal length: 65mm Maximum aperture: f/2.8 Fujifilm X mount lens For APS-C camera format Apochromatic Optical design Capable of producing 2x life-size images Minimum focusing distance of 6.7 inch Internal focus design Three Extra-low Dispersion glass elements Ideal for macro photography

Review: Extremely sharp image, but manual focus is difficult. - he Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro is an incredible lens for macro work on Fujifilm X. The sharpness is outstanding—details come through with crisp precision, even when shooting at 2:1 magnification. Colors and contrast are excellent too, and the APO design really does help minimize chromatic aberration. It’s important to know this is a manual focus–only lens. If you’re comfortable focusing by hand, it’s a joy to use and gives you full control over your shots. For macro especially, I actually prefer manual focus since it lets me nail the exact point I want sharp. Build quality is solid, with a reassuring weight that makes it feel professional without being bulky. For anyone serious about macro photography on Fuji X, this lens is a gem. The image quality alone makes it worth it.
Review: Great lens at a reasonable price - Laowa Venus Optics CA 65mm F2.8 Macro 2X Lens. This lens is amazing. However, it will take a bit of time to get used to it. First, it is totally manual. The lens does not communicate with the camera, so in the menu set: “Shoot without a lens: ON”, otherwise the camera will not take photos. Second, in macro mode the depth of field is so small, it is difficult to focus. (That is also true of all macro lenses.) I took some photos at 2X (2:1) and at 1X (1:1) magnifications and some at no magnification at all. I will include photos. (all hand held - no tripod) I love this lens. This will also take landscapes, portrait and many other genres of photos. I hope this is helpful.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0847MW9X6 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #186 in Mirrorless Camera Lenses |
| Brand | LAOWA |
| Camera Lens | 65 month |
| Camera Lens Description | 65 month |
| Compatible Camera Models | Fujifilm APS-C cameras |
| Compatible Camera Mount | Fujifilm X |
| Compatible Mountings | Fujifilm X |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 127 Reviews |
| Focal Length Description | 65 millimeters |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Image stabilization | Optical |
| Item Height | 4.4 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.25 Pounds |
| Lens | Macro |
| Lens Design | Prime |
| Lens Fixed Focal Length | 65 Millimeters |
| Lens Mount | Fujifilm X |
| Lens Type | Macro |
| Manufacturer | Laowa |
| Maximum Aperture | 2.8 Millimeters |
| Maximum Focal Length | 65 |
| Minimum Aperture | 22 |
| Minimum Focal Length | 65 |
| Model Name | Venus Optics Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro |
| Real Angle Of View | 59.4 Degrees |
| Unit Count | 1.00 Count |
| Zoom Ratio | 1 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** LAOWA
- **Camera Lens Description:** 65 month
- **Compatible Mountings:** Fujifilm X
- **Focal Length Description:** 65 millimeters
- **Lens Type:** Macro

## Images

![Venus Optics Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO Lens for FUJIFILM X - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51JG6LqtjPL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Extremely sharp image, but manual focus is difficult.
*by J***J on October 9, 2025*

he Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro is an incredible lens for macro work on Fujifilm X. The sharpness is outstanding—details come through with crisp precision, even when shooting at 2:1 magnification. Colors and contrast are excellent too, and the APO design really does help minimize chromatic aberration. It’s important to know this is a manual focus–only lens. If you’re comfortable focusing by hand, it’s a joy to use and gives you full control over your shots. For macro especially, I actually prefer manual focus since it lets me nail the exact point I want sharp. Build quality is solid, with a reassuring weight that makes it feel professional without being bulky. For anyone serious about macro photography on Fuji X, this lens is a gem. The image quality alone makes it worth it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great lens at a reasonable price
*by G***E on April 11, 2024*

Laowa Venus Optics CA 65mm F2.8 Macro 2X Lens. This lens is amazing. However, it will take a bit of time to get used to it. First, it is totally manual. The lens does not communicate with the camera, so in the menu set: “Shoot without a lens: ON”, otherwise the camera will not take photos. Second, in macro mode the depth of field is so small, it is difficult to focus. (That is also true of all macro lenses.) I took some photos at 2X (2:1) and at 1X (1:1) magnifications and some at no magnification at all. I will include photos. (all hand held - no tripod) I love this lens. This will also take landscapes, portrait and many other genres of photos. I hope this is helpful.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This lens is just fun.
*by S***I on March 2, 2024*

I'm not a pro, but I'll tell you... this lens flat-out fun to shoot with. It's really capable as portrait or walk around lens, besides being a fine 2 to 1 Macro. I find manual focusing to be fairly easy, although hand held Macro outdoors can be a challenge. The lens is quite sharp especially so after f5.6 and renders well. It's ability to close focus, then it allows you to jump out to portrait or even landscape distance. IMO that's what is keeping this well- built, Medium/light weight lens glued to my XT-5. I'm happy with this purchase.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-11*