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Meike 50mm f/2 Macro vs Laowa 50mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO

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

Pick the Meike 50mm f/2 Macro if

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

Pick the Laowa 50mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

8 differences
Specifications that differ between the Meike 50mm f/2 Macro and the Laowa 50mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO
Meike 50mm f/2 Macro Laowa 50mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO
Brand
Meike
Laowa
Max aperture
f/2 1 stop faster
f/2.8
Weight
not listed
240 g
Min focus distance
not listed
0.14 m
Max magnification
not listed
2×
Aperture blades
not listed
7
Optical design
not listed
14 elements / 10 groups
Image stabilization
not listed
No
3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length. Show all
Mount
Micro Four Thirds both
Type
Macro both
Focal length
50mm both

Our notes

Meike 50mm f/2 Macro

A 50mm f/2 fast macro lens, the Meike 50mm f/2 Macro is designed for Micro Four Thirds mount bodies. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.

Our notes

Laowa 50mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO

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