Used Venus Optics Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens (for FUJIFILM X)
Used Venus Optics Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO Lens (for FUJIFILM X)
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For tiny subjects, textures, and details that deserve more than a passing glance.
The Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is a manual-focus macro lens made for photographers who want to go beyond life-size. Designed for APS-C systems like Fujifilm X, it offers up to 2:1 magnification, a 97.5mm full-frame equivalent field of view, and an apochromatic optical design meant to control color fringing in close-up work. It is compact, specialized, and extremely appealing for photographers who enjoy slowing down and getting precise.
Why photographers like the Laowa 65mm 2x Macro
- Up to 2:1 magnification → Goes beyond life-size reproduction → Lets you capture very small subjects with much more impact.
- Apochromatic design → Laowa uses 3 ED elements in a 14-element, 10-group design → Helps reduce chromatic aberration in demanding macro scenes.
- Useful working distance → Minimum focusing distance of 17cm at 2x → Close enough for serious macro while remaining usable in practice.
- Compact for a specialty macro → About 335g → Easier to carry than many dedicated macro lenses.
- Made for deliberate photographers → Manual focus encourages precision, which is often exactly what macro shooters want. This is an inference based on the lens design and intended use.
Condition
EXCELLENT — Very little cosmetic wear from normal use, with only minor handling marks or faint signs of use on the barrel. Clean glass and fully functional.
What’s included
- Front lens cap
- Rear lens cap
- Lens hood
Ideal for
Macro photographers, product shooters, and close-up specialists who want more than 1:1 magnification on Fujifilm X.
30-Day Looking Glass Guarantee
Every pre-owned item is backed by our 30-Day Looking Glass Guarantee—something you won’t typically find with most independent or used sellers. It covers faulty electronics and mechanical malfunctions (excluding accidental damage, theft, or loss), so you can shop with confidence knowing your gear is supported by real people who stand behind what they sell.
In addition to in-store pickup, we offer reliable, trackable ground shipping. Your order will be securely packed and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage, with insurance coverage up to the item’s purchase price.
- Transit time: Delivery is usually 2–5 business days.
- You’ll receive tracking information as soon as it’s on the way.
You could buy gear anywhere. But if you believe photography is personal, you’re in the right place.
At Looking Glass, we’ve spent over 50 years helping photographers feel confident, supported, and inspired—not just stocked up. When you shop with us:
- You get guidance from photographers when you want it, not algorithms
- You support a locally owned store that reinvests in education and community
- You have someone to call, email, or walk in and talk to after the sale—that’s important
- You help ensure that independent, human-centered photography spaces still exist
You already love photography. We’re here to help you unlock what’s next.
Description
Description
For tiny subjects, textures, and details that deserve more than a passing glance.
The Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is a manual-focus macro lens made for photographers who want to go beyond life-size. Designed for APS-C systems like Fujifilm X, it offers up to 2:1 magnification, a 97.5mm full-frame equivalent field of view, and an apochromatic optical design meant to control color fringing in close-up work. It is compact, specialized, and extremely appealing for photographers who enjoy slowing down and getting precise.
Why photographers like the Laowa 65mm 2x Macro
- Up to 2:1 magnification → Goes beyond life-size reproduction → Lets you capture very small subjects with much more impact.
- Apochromatic design → Laowa uses 3 ED elements in a 14-element, 10-group design → Helps reduce chromatic aberration in demanding macro scenes.
- Useful working distance → Minimum focusing distance of 17cm at 2x → Close enough for serious macro while remaining usable in practice.
- Compact for a specialty macro → About 335g → Easier to carry than many dedicated macro lenses.
- Made for deliberate photographers → Manual focus encourages precision, which is often exactly what macro shooters want. This is an inference based on the lens design and intended use.
Condition
EXCELLENT — Very little cosmetic wear from normal use, with only minor handling marks or faint signs of use on the barrel. Clean glass and fully functional.
What’s included
- Front lens cap
- Rear lens cap
- Lens hood
Ideal for
Macro photographers, product shooters, and close-up specialists who want more than 1:1 magnification on Fujifilm X.
30-Day Looking Glass Guarantee
Every pre-owned item is backed by our 30-Day Looking Glass Guarantee—something you won’t typically find with most independent or used sellers. It covers faulty electronics and mechanical malfunctions (excluding accidental damage, theft, or loss), so you can shop with confidence knowing your gear is supported by real people who stand behind what they sell.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping & Delivery
In addition to in-store pickup, we offer reliable, trackable ground shipping. Your order will be securely packed and shipped via USPS Ground Advantage, with insurance coverage up to the item’s purchase price.
- Transit time: Delivery is usually 2–5 business days.
- You’ll receive tracking information as soon as it’s on the way.
Why Looking Glass
Why Looking Glass
You could buy gear anywhere. But if you believe photography is personal, you’re in the right place.
At Looking Glass, we’ve spent over 50 years helping photographers feel confident, supported, and inspired—not just stocked up. When you shop with us:
- You get guidance from photographers when you want it, not algorithms
- You support a locally owned store that reinvests in education and community
- You have someone to call, email, or walk in and talk to after the sale—that’s important
- You help ensure that independent, human-centered photography spaces still exist
You already love photography. We’re here to help you unlock what’s next.