7artisans 50mm f/1.8 vs Laowa 50mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO
Both are Micro Four Thirds lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the 7artisans 50mm f/1.8 if
- You need 1⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
- You care about the shape of out-of-focus highlights: 12 aperture blades vs 7
Pick the Laowa 50mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
9 differences| 7artisans 50mm f/1.8 | Laowa 50mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
7artisans
|
Laowa
|
| Type |
Prime
|
Macro
|
| Max aperture |
f/1.8
1⅓ stops faster
|
f/2.8
|
| Weight |
not listed
|
240 g
|
| Min focus distance |
not listed
|
0.14 m
|
| Max magnification |
not listed
|
2×
|
| Aperture blades |
12
more blades
|
7
|
| Optical design |
6 elements / 5 groups
|
14 elements / 10 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
Manual focus
|
not listed
|
3 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Micro Four Thirds both
- Focal length
- 50mm both
- Image stabilization
- No both
Our notes
7artisans 50mm f/1.8
The 7artisans 50mm f/1.8 is a fast standard prime lens covering 50mm at f/1.8 for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
Our notes
Laowa 50mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO
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