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Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D vs Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS

Both are Fujifilm X prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D if

  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.18 m vs 0.2 m
  • You shoot full frame: the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS is made for APS-C

Pick the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS if

  • You need 1 stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.8)

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D and the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS
Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS
Brand
Laowa
Rokinon
Format
Full frame
APS-C
Max aperture
f/2.8
f/2 1 stop faster
Weight
not listed
260 g
Length
not listed
59.4 mm
Diameter
not listed
72.5 mm
Filter thread
not listed
67 mm
Min focus distance
0.18 m closer
0.2 m
Max magnification
0.2×
not listed
Aperture blades
7
not listed
Optical design
16 elements / 10 groups
12 elements / 10 groups
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Fujifilm X both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
12mm both
Autofocus motor
Manual focus both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D

Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D: an APS-C wide-angle prime lens with a 12mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, made for Fujifilm X mount cameras, with low-distortion design. A manual-focus wide-angle lens from Laowa designed for low distortion.

Our notes

Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS

This 12mm f/2.0 APS-C fast wide-angle prime lens from Rokinon fits Fujifilm X mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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