Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm f/2
The Venus Optics 7.5mm f/2 is a 7.5mm f/2 lens designed for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. Used copies start from $300.9 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm f/2
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Lens Overview — Venus Optics 7.5mm f/2
Key Features — Venus Optics 7.5mm f/2
7.5mm Ultra Wide-Angle: Equivalent to a 15mm full-frame field of view on Micro Four Thirds bodies, suited for landscapes, architecture, and environmental photography.
f/2 Maximum Aperture: Unusually bright for an ultra wide-angle prime, allowing usable handheld shooting in lower light conditions without relying on stabilization.
Micro Four Thirds Mount: Native MFT mount ensures direct, full compatibility with Micro Four Thirds mirrorless bodies from Olympus and Panasonic.
170g Lightweight Build: At just 170g, the lens pairs naturally with compact MFT camera bodies without adding meaningful bulk to a travel kit.
Manual Focus Only: No autofocus motor is included, making this lens best suited for photographers comfortable with manual focus workflows.
46mm Filter Thread: Small front element diameter keeps the lens compact and makes compatible filters relatively affordable and easy to source.
Lens Specifications — Venus Optics 7.5mm f/2
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Astrophotography, Travel |
| Lens Type | Ultra Wide-Angle |
| Format | Micro Four Thirds (MFT) |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 7.5mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 46mm |
Description — Venus Optics 7.5mm f/2
The Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm f/2 is an ultra wide-angle prime built exclusively for the Micro Four Thirds mirrorless system. Its f/2 maximum aperture is a standout feature for a lens of this type, providing a brighter opening that expands shooting possibilities in challenging light. Weighing in at a mere 170g and accepting 46mm filters, the lens is engineered to complement the compact, travel-friendly nature of Micro Four Thirds cameras without adding unnecessary bulk to your kit.
The fixed 7.5mm focal length places it firmly in ultra wide-angle territory, suited to landscape, architecture, and environmental photography where expansive coverage is the goal. This is a manual focus only lens with no autofocus and no built-in image stabilization, so shooters should factor that into their workflow and body selection. For photographers comfortable with manual operation, the Laowa 7.5mm f/2 delivers a purpose-built, lightweight ultra wide-angle prime for the MFT system.
Pros — Venus Optics 7.5mm f/2
- ✓Bright f/2 maximum aperture for an ultra wide-angle prime lens
- ✓Extremely lightweight at just 170g, ideal for travel and compact MFT setups
- ✓Small 46mm filter thread keeps the overall lens size compact
Cons — Venus Optics 7.5mm f/2
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support, which may limit usability for action or fast-moving subjects
- ✗No image stabilization, so camera-body IS is required for stable handheld shooting
- ✗Limited to Micro Four Thirds mount with no stated availability in other mounts
Reviews — Venus Optics 7.5mm f/2
- Laowa 7.5mm f/2 Review
Photography Life · 2017-07-01 - NEW 2021 Laowa 7.5mm f2 Auto MFT, the BEST manual lens ever? - RED35 Review
Jimmy Cheng (RED35) - Venus Optics Laowa 7.5mm f/2 for M4/3 Review by Darren Miles
Darren Miles - LAOWA 7.5mm F2 long term review [2021 - samples - tips]
Tea Jay Photography - One of the BEST M43 Wide Angle - Laowa 7.5mm f/2 Micro Four Thirds (Long Term Review)
Gary W - Laowa 7.5mm f2 lens review (and wide angle photography)
M1R0 Life through a lens
Videos — Venus Optics 7.5mm f/2
Laowa 7.5mm f/2 Review (Micro Four Thirds) — Mathieu Gasquet (MirrorLessons)








