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Wex Photo Video£899.00Visit shop Laowa Aksen 17.5mm f1.7 5-10X Ultra Macro APO Coaxial L-Mount Lens for Full-Frame Cameras
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The Laowa Aksen 17.5mm f/1.7 5-10X Ultra Macro lens is a precision-engineered tool designed for scientific, industrial, and artistic macro photographers who require extreme magnification with perfect edge-to-edge clarity. Its standout benefit is the Coaxial Illumination port, which allows for shadow-free lighting on flat, reflective surfaces—ideal for inspecting circuitry or fine textures. Note that due to its specialized nature and the fixed 22.5mm working distance, this lens is best suited for controlled studio or laboratory environments rather than handheld field work.
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It is not recommended. At 5x to 10x magnification, even micro-movements cause significant blur; a tripod or mechanical stage is essential.
No, this is a fully manual lens for both focus and aperture control.
It eliminates shadows and reflections on flat, reflective surfaces by sending light directly through the lens optics.
Yes, it is designed for L-mount full-frame cameras, providing excellent coverage for high-resolution sensors.
No, the working distance is fixed at 22.5mm, which allows for consistent lighting setups throughout the zoom range.
APO stands for Apochromatic, meaning the lens is designed to bring three wavelengths of light into focus at the same plane, significantly reducing color fringing.
Ensure the camera is mounted on a vibration-free tripod and use a remote shutter release to minimize camera shake.
Check that the light source is centered and fully seated in the port to ensure even light distribution across the optical axis.
Verify that the lens is properly seated on the L-mount; parfocal performance relies on precise flange distance.
This lens is designed for the L-mount system. To set it up, ensure your camera is mounted on a secure, vibration-dampened tripod. When using the coaxial illumination, connect your light source to the specific port provided on the lens barrel; fiber optic light sources work exceptionally well here. Because this is a manual focus and manual aperture lens, ensure your camera is set to `M` (Manual) or `A` (Aperture Priority) mode. To maintain the optical integrity, avoid touching the front element, use a rocket blower to remove dust, and store the lens in a humidity-controlled environment to prevent fungus on the specialized internal APO elements.
