Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro vs Laowa 105mm f/2 STF
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Laowa
105mm f/2 STF
Verdict at a glance
- Laowa 105mm f/2 STF is faster by 1 stop (f/2.0 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro | 105mm f/2 STF |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sigma | Laowa |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Macro | Prime |
| Focal length | 105mm | 105mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.0 (faster) |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 11 | 8 |
| Af motor | HSM | none |
| Elements | 16 | 11 |
| Weight g | 725 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 62 | 67 |
| Length mm | 126.4 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 78.3 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.312 (closer focusing) | 0.9 |
| Max magnification | 1.0 | 0.16 |
Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro
A stabilized 1:1 macro for full-frame DSLRs that works equally well as a portrait lens. It weighs about 725 g and has a 62mm filter size.
Pros
- True 1:1 magnification
- Optical stabilization
- HSM autofocus
- 62mm filters
Cons
- Older EX design
- Heavier than non-stabilized macro lenses
Laowa 105mm f/2 STF
A 105mm f/2 fast short-telephoto prime lens, the Laowa 105mm f/2 STF is designed for Nikon F mount bodies. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.