Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO L Mount

Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO

This full-frame macro lens combines true 1:1 magnification with the wider perspective of a 35mm focal length. At its minimum focusing distance of 180mm, it achieves life-size reproduction on the camera sensor. The minimum working distance is 48.6mm. Its relatively wide 63.4° angle of view captures fine details, textures and surfaces while retaining visual context around the subject.

35mm macro and everyday photography

Compared with traditional 90–105mm macro lenses, the 35mm focal length gives the ACRIS a distinctive perspective. Longer macro lenses naturally narrow the background and separate the subject from its surroundings, while 35mm can show the subject in its environment.

This makes the lens useful for photographing plants in their natural surroundings, food with its table setting, product details, tools, mechanical components and other subjects where both close-up detail and context matter. At greater distances, it can also serve as a general-purpose 35mm prime for street photography, environmental portraits, documentary work and everyday photography.

True 1:1 macro magnification

The ACRIS focuses as close as 180mm and provides a maximum reproduction ratio of 1:1. At maximum magnification, a 10mm subject is projected approximately 10mm wide onto the camera sensor.

Its internal focusing design keeps the lens’s physical length unchanged during focusing. This is particularly useful when working close to small subjects and provides more predictable handling when the camera is mounted on a tripod or focusing rail.

APO optical design

The optical construction comprises 13 elements in 10 groups and uses Laowa’s apochromatic APO design. It is designed to reduce both longitudinal and lateral chromatic aberration, helping minimise colour fringing around high-contrast edges and fine details.

This is especially valuable in macro photography, where reflections from metal, small highlights, fine textures and transitions between in-focus and out-of-focus areas can make chromatic aberration more visible.

The aperture range is f/2.8 to f/22. The maximum f/2.8 aperture offers flexibility in low light and can help separate a close subject from its background. Smaller apertures provide greater depth of field when more of a larger macro subject needs to remain sharp.

Mount versions and focusing

The Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO is available for several full-frame camera systems. The focusing system varies by mount:

• Autofocus versions: Sony E, Nikon Z and Canon EF
• Manual-focus versions: Canon RF and L-Mount

On autofocus versions, standard autofocus operates from 0.5m to infinity, making the lens suitable for general photography and close-ups of larger subjects. At distances closer than 0.5m, these versions use Laowa’s macro focus assistance system. This enables precise focusing in the macro range up to the maximum 1:1 magnification and is useful for carefully positioning the focus point or capturing a sequence for focus stacking.

Canon RF and L-Mount versions use manual focus throughout the entire focusing range. Physical specifications also vary by version: autofocus models have a 72mm filter thread and a 9-blade aperture, while manual-focus versions have a 67mm filter thread and a 13-blade aperture.

Designed for precise close-up work

Macro photography often requires very small adjustments to focus position. The ACRIS is designed to provide precise control at close focusing distances, making it suitable for controlled studio work, product photography, focus stacking and outdoor macro photography.

On autofocus versions, a dedicated function and focus-assist button provides quicker access to focus functions without navigating the camera menus.

Construction and specifications

The lens has an all-metal exterior and is protected against dust and moisture. Combined with internal focusing, this construction is intended for both studio use and outdoor photography in changing weather and working conditions.

Dimensions and weight vary by mount. The Canon EF version weighs approximately 530g, the Sony E version approximately 560g and the Nikon Z version approximately 570g, excluding the lens hood and caps.

• Full-frame 35mm macro lens
• True maximum magnification of 1:1
• Minimum focusing distance: 180mm
• Maximum aperture: f/2.8
• APO optical design to reduce chromatic aberration
• Internal focusing design
• Autofocus versions for Sony E, Nikon Z and Canon EF systems
• Manual-focus versions for Canon RF and L-Mount systems
• Macro focus assistance on autofocus versions
• Metal construction with protection against dust and moisture

In the box

• Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO
• Lens hood
• Front lens cap
• Rear lens cap