Viltrox 15mm F1.7 E vs Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D

Both are Sony E prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Viltrox

15mm F1.7 E

f/1.7180 gSTM

Full specs

Laowa

15mm f/2 Zero-D

f/2

Full specs

Pick the Viltrox 15mm F1.7 E if

You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.7 vs f/2)
You care about the shape of out-of-focus highlights: 9 aperture blades vs 5

Pick the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D if

You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.15 m vs 0.23 m
You want bigger close-ups: 0.25× vs 0.1× maximum magnification
You shoot full frame: the Viltrox 15mm F1.7 E is made for APS-C
Our notes say it suits: Astro, landscape, interiors

Spec differences

12 differences

Specifications that differ between the Viltrox 15mm F1.7 E and the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D
	Viltrox 15mm F1.7 E	Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D
Brand	Viltrox	Laowa
Format	APS-C	Full frame
Max aperture	f/1.7 ½ stop faster	f/2
Weight	180 g	not listed
Length	56.4 mm	not listed
Diameter	65 mm	not listed
Filter thread	58 mm	72 mm
Min focus distance	0.23 m	0.15 m closer
Max magnification	0.1×	0.25× larger
Aperture blades	9 more blades	5
Optical design	12 elements / 10 groups	12 elements / 9 groups
Autofocus motor	STM	not listed

4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Sony E both
Type: Prime both
Focal length: 15mm both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Viltrox 15mm F1.7 E

The Viltrox 15mm F1.7 E is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 15mm at f/1.7 for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes