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Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D vs Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15mm F1.7 Asph.

Both are Micro Four Thirds prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

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

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15mm F1.7 Asph. if

  • You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.7 vs f/2)

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D and the Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15mm F1.7 Asph.
Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15mm F1.7 Asph.
Brand
Laowa
Panasonic
Max aperture
f/2
f/1.7 ½ stop faster
Weight
not listed
115 g
Length
not listed
36 mm
Diameter
not listed
57.5 mm
Filter thread
not listed
46 mm
Min focus distance
not listed
0.2 m
Max magnification
not listed
0.1×
Optical design
not listed
9 elements / 7 groups
Image stabilization
not listed
No
Released
not listed
2013
3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length. Show all
Mount
Micro Four Thirds both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
15mm both

Our notes

Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D

Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D: a fast wide-angle prime lens with a 15mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2, made for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras, with low-distortion design. A manual-focus wide-angle lens from Laowa designed for low distortion.

Our notes

Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15mm F1.7 Asph.

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