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Laowa · Micro Four Thirds · Prime · Third-party

Laowa 7.5mm f/2 MFT (manual)

FOCAL 7.5mmAPERTURE f/2WEIGHT 170gFILTER 46mm
AstrophotographyLandscapeVlogging & videoManual focus
New ≈£399
Used at MPB*None listed
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Overview

The Laowa 7.5mm f/2 MFT (manual) is a micro four thirds 7.5mm f/2 prime lens for the Micro Four Thirds mount. It weighs about 170g and takes 46mm filters. It is manual focus only.

It's a strong choice for astrophotography, landscape, vlogging & video. Wide (14–24mm equivalent) and fast (f/2.8 or brighter) to gather starlight.

In our database it fits 25 camera bodies natively. Approximate new price is £399; MPB had none in stock when checked.

Specifications

BrandLaowa
MountsMicro Four Thirds (Third-party (manual focus))
CoverageMicro Four Thirds
Focal length7.5mm
Equivalent on Micro Four Thirds (×2)15mm
Maximum aperturef/2
FocusManual
StabilisationNo
Weather sealingNo
Weight≈170 g
Filter thread46 mm
Approx. new price£399
Used at MPB (Micro Four Thirds)None listed

Compatible camera bodies

25 native

Panasonic Lumix G9 II2023 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £944 Panasonic Lumix G92018 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £399 Panasonic Lumix GH52017 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £414 OM System OM-1 Mark II2024 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £1,239 OM System OM-12022 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £304 OM System OM-5 Mark II2025 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £779 OM System OM-32025 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £1,129 OM System Olympus E-M1 Mark III2020 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £504 OM System Olympus E-M1 Mark II2016 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £329 OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark IV2020 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £354 Panasonic Lumix GH72024 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · new ≈£1,699 Panasonic Lumix GH62022 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £669 Panasonic Lumix GH5 II2021 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £599 Panasonic Lumix GH5S2018 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £409 Panasonic Lumix G1002020 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £234 Panasonic Lumix G97 (G90)2019 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £369 Panasonic Lumix G802016 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £259 Panasonic Lumix GX92018 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £429 Panasonic Lumix GX802016 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £334 OM System OM-52022 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £554 OM System Olympus E-M1X2019 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £549 OM System Olympus E-M5 Mark III2019 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £489 OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark III2017 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £234 OM System Olympus PEN-F2016 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £684 OM System Olympus PEN E-P72021 · Micro Four ThirdsNativeThird-party (manual focus) · used from £179

Alternatives to compare

Panasonic Leica DG 9mm f/1.79mm · f/1.7 · 130g · MFT≈£449 new · used from £379
OM System M.Zuiko 9-18mm f/4-5.69-18mm · f/4-5.6 · 155g · MFT≈£549 new · used from £249
Panasonic Lumix G 7-14mm f/47-14mm · f/4 · 300g · MFT≈£699 new · used from £264
OM System M.Zuiko 8-25mm f/4 PRO8-25mm · f/4 · 411g · MFT≈£899 new · used from £529

Where to buy

*Used prices on this site come from MPB on 5 November 2026. MPB only lists what it has bought in, so "None listed" means none in their stock that day, not that Laowa 7.5mm f/2 MFT (manual) is hard to find. Check these trusted UK dealers too.

MPB ↗UsedOnline used specialist with condition grading and a 12-month warranty. Prices on this site are MPB snapshots.Wex Photo Video ↗New & usedOne of the largest UK photo retailers: official UK stock, a big used department and trade-ins.Park Cameras ↗New & usedSpecialist with stores in West Sussex and London; official UK stock.London Camera Exchange ↗New & usedHigh-street chain across UK towns: inspect used gear in person.Clifton Cameras ↗NewAuthorised UK dealer for Canon, Sony, Nikon and more, with UK warranties.Cotswold Cameras ↗New · grey importCheaper parallel imports. No UK manufacturer warranty; store-backed guarantee instead.

See example photos

Real-world shots taken with the Laowa 7.5mm f/2 MFT (manual) lens. Results are searches on each site, so check the camera or lens listed in each photo's details.

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Frequently asked questions

Which cameras is the Laowa 7.5mm f/2 MFT (manual) compatible with?

It's available for Micro Four Thirds. Native bodies here include Panasonic Lumix G9 II, Panasonic Lumix G9, Panasonic Lumix GH5, OM System OM-1 Mark II, OM System OM-1, OM System OM-5 Mark II.

Is the Laowa 7.5mm f/2 MFT (manual) weather sealed?

No, it has no weather sealing; protect it in rain.

Does the Laowa 7.5mm f/2 MFT (manual) have image stabilisation?

No. Use a camera with in-body stabilisation (IBIS) for steady hand-held shots.

What is the Laowa 7.5mm f/2 MFT (manual) best for?

Astrophotography, Landscape, Vlogging & video. Wide (14–24mm equivalent) and fast (f/2.8 or brighter) to gather starlight.