Laowa has announced that their 90mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is now available in Micro Four Thirds (MFT) mount. Previously released for full-frame mirrorless systems, this specialized lens now brings its industry‑leading 2x magnification and Apochromatic (APO) performance to the MFT community, with the added benefit of an Auto Aperture mechanism. Thanks to the 2x crop factor of the MFT sensor, users can now enjoy an impressive 4x equivalent magnification. The lens utilizes 9 aperture blades to produce a soft, creamy background fall-off, making it a versatile tool for compressed, cinematic portraits with a 180mm equivalent field of view.

This new MFT-specific version is built for modern digital integration, featuring electronic contacts that allow for seamless aperture control directly from the camera body. This integration ensures that all EXIF metadata is recorded and better supports image stabilization. To further enhance usability in the field, the lens employs an internal focusing design. By maintaining a constant lens length, photographers can work confidently at the minimum working distance of 205mm without the risk of the lens barrel extending into skittish subjects or interfering with lighting setups. Despite being originally designed for full-frame cameras, the Laowa 90mm f/2.8 remains quite compact on Micro Four Thirds. Weighing approximately 540g and measuring 115mm in length, it is still significantly smaller and lighter than equivalent macro setups.

The Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO MFT Mount will be available for purchase starting February 29, 2026, at an MSRP of US$449. Find out more at: https://www.venuslens.net/product/laowa-90mm-f-2-8-2x-macro-apo/