Night-Knight's reviews

  • Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro

    8 out of 10 points and recommended
    Extreme focus Cheap Very sharp Focus range is limited so stacking is often a must. All metal and is heavy but robust.
    Hard to focus hand held Lot of light is required. Got to get close Tripod or beanbag is useful.

    I have had this lend for some time and is most likely not the first, second or even 5th lens you are going to buy. Handheld requires a LOT of light as the DOF is very short on such short distance as 5-10 cm or shorter.
    There is a ring of light that helps a bit but have been using small LED-flash lights on the higher range of emitted light. Magic arms will help as you have to use your hands to focus manually and also to fire the trigger.
    Use Tripod or beanbag but be patient as this lens will challenge you.

    reviewed April 19th, 2020 (purchased for $470)