Laowa has unveiled Aksen, a new full-frame parfocal zoom ultra macro lens series, comprising the Aksen 45mm f/2.8 1–5x Ultra Macro APO and the Aksen 17.5mm f/1.7 5–10x Ultra Macro APO. Each are available in both photo and cine variants.

The Aksen series has been designed to fill a long-standing gap in the 1–10x Ultra Macro category. The series, previously named Axon, has already won the Best Ultra Macro Lens category at the TIPA (Technical Image Press Association) World Awards.

Unlike traditional macro lenses, the Aksen maintains focus as the magnification ratio changes. It maintains a fixed working distance of 40.35mm (1–5x) and 22.48mm (5–10x), while its internal zoom mechanism keeps the lens barrel completely stationary throughout the entire magnification range.

The Aksen 5–10x features a coaxial block built directly into the lens, which heightens contrast at the target’s edges and provides shadowless illumination.

The Aksen features a specially designed tripod collar that attaches directly to any Arca-Swiss compatible tripod. Via the 15mm rods, users can mount a variety of accessories. All 5–10x lenses also include a Ø8mm Coaxial Light Adapter for coaxial light attachment.

Specification

NameLaowa Aksen 45mm f/2.8 1-5X Ultra Macro APOLaowa Aksen 17.5mm f/1.7 5-10X Ultra Macro APOFormatFull FrameFull FrameFocal Length45mm17.5mmAperturef/2.8 – f/11f/1.7 – f/5.6Lens Structure13 elements in 9 groups17 elements in 12 groupsAperture Blades11 blades11 bladesMax. Magnification1-5×5-10xMin. Working Distance40.35mm22.48mmFocus TypeMFMFFront DiameterØ56mmØ42mmFilter ThreadRear: Ø37mm (For PL Only)NADimensionsØ70.2x121mmØ70.2×127.5mmWeight599g570gMountsStill: Sony E / Nikon Z / Canon RF / L mount /Nikon F / Canon EF / Fuji X / MFT
Cine: Arri PL (Silver)With interchangeable bayonets:Sony E / Nikon Z / Canon RF /
Canon EF / L mount / Fuji X / MFTStill: Sony E / Nikon Z / Canon RF / L mount /Nikon F / Canon EF / Fuji X / MFT
Cine: Arri PL (Silver)With interchangeable bayonets:Sony E / Nikon Z / Canon RF /
Canon EF / L mount / Fuji X / MFT