Lens Comparison
Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO (Nikon Z) vs Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR
Key Differences
- Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO (Nikon Z) has a better max magnification (2x vs 0.23x).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR has a better weight (130g (4.6 oz) vs 335g (11.8 oz)).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR has a better length (45.5mm vs 99.5mm).
- Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR has a better min focus distance (15 cm vs 19 cm).
- Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO (Nikon Z) has a better maximum aperture (f/2.8 vs f/3.5).
| Product | ||
|---|---|---|
| Optical Design | ||
| Focal Length | 65mm | 12-28mm |
| Lens Type | Prime | Zoom |
| Optical Elements | 10 | 11 |
| Optical Groups | 8 | 9 |
| Aperture & Iris | ||
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.5 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 | f/22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Rounded Aperture | No | No |
| Coverage & Angle | ||
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame | APS-C |
| Lens Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Angle of View | − | − |
| 35mm Equivalent | − | 18-42mm |
| Focus | ||
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Focus Motor | − | Stepping |
| Focus Limiter | No | No |
| AF/MF Switch | No | No |
| Min Focus Distance | 19 cm | 15 cm |
| Max Magnification | 2x | 0.23x |
| Stabilization & Video | ||
| Optical Stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture Ring | No | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No | No |
| Parfocal | No | No |
| Internal Zoom | No | Yes |
| General | ||
| Price (MSRP) | $499 | $499 |
| Filter Size | 67mm | 62mm |
| Diameter | 63.5mm | 70mm |
| Length | 99.5mm | 45.5mm |
| Weight | 335g (11.8 oz) | 130g (4.6 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Tripod Collar | No | No |
