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Canon RF 35mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM vs Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO

Both are Canon RF macro lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM if

  • You need 1⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
  • You shoot handheld in dim light or video: it has optical image stabilization and the Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO does not
  • Our notes say it suits: Street, travel, close-ups

Pick the Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

13 differences
Specifications that differ between the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM and the Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO
Canon RF 35mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO
Brand
Canon
Laowa
Max aperture
f/1.8 1⅓ stops faster
f/2.8
Weight
305 g
not listed
Length
62.8 mm
not listed
Diameter
74.4 mm
not listed
Filter thread
52 mm
72 mm
Min focus distance
0.17 m closer
0.18 m
Max magnification
0.5×
not listed
Aperture blades
9
not listed
Optical design
11 elements / 9 groups
13 elements / 10 groups
Autofocus motor
STM
not listed
Image stabilization
Yes stabilized
No
Released
2018
not listed
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length. Show all
Mount
Canon RF both
Type
Macro both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
35mm both

Our notes

Canon RF 35mm F1.8 MACRO IS STM

A wide-normal prime for Canon RF full-frame cameras with 0.5x macro, stabilization and stepping-motor autofocus.

Pros

  • Image stabilization
  • 0.5x macro
  • Compact (305 g)

Cons

  • Only f/1.8
  • Not an L-series lens

Our notes

Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO

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