Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro vs Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 Pro
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 Pro is faster by 2.4 stops (f/1.2 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro goes wider (25mm vs 27mm).
- Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 Pro reaches further (27mm vs 25mm).
| Spec | 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro | 27mm f/1.2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Laowa | Viltrox |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Macro | Prime |
| Focal length | 25mm (wider) | 27mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.2 (faster) |
| Blades | 8 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 6 | n/a |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 8 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.173 | n/a |
Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro
The Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro is a macro lens covering 25mm at f/2.8 for Nikon Z mount cameras. A manual-focus macro lens from Laowa for extreme close-ups.
Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 Pro
A 27mm f/1.2 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 Pro is designed for Nikon Z mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.