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It looks like Venus Optics is at it again with another interesting and unique lens design for macro shoots, this time in the form of the Laowa Aurogon 10x-50x “microscope” lens.
This lens has a similar form factor to the Venus Optics Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe, which is a fun lens in its own right.
Other details are scarce at the moment, but we don't have long to wait for the official announcement.
Most of the Laowa lineup has RF mount variants, so we expect this to also be available for Canon mirrorless shooters.
Don\'t think I\'ll be investing in this new lens because I don\'t really have a need for such high magnification. Might rent for a weekend. I\'m thinking about having a play with Laowa\'s new and very cheap tilt-shift lens, just to see if it\'s worth investing in a better solution.
A really minor gripe, but Laowa have also stopped making EF mount lenses which is frustrating as most of these gimmicky lenses are not photo quality, but are great for video. EF and PL mount are still cine standard. Also, the EF to RF speed booster is invaluable for that extra stop of light for a Super 35 sensor.
I guess that is why they are calling it a "microscope lens"
I wonder what the aperture range will be.
Just announced: new Laowa 10x to 50x super macro lens - mirrorlessrumors