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Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED vs Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro

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Specification comparison
Spec AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro
Brand Nikon Laowa
Mount Nikon F Nikon F
Type Prime Macro
Focal length 60mm 60mm
Max aperture f/2.8 f/2.8
Released 2008 n/a
Blades 9 14
Format full-frame n/a
Groups 9 7
Af motor SWM none
Elements 12 9
Weight g 425.0 n/a
Filter mm 62 62
Length mm 89.0 n/a
Diameter mm 73.0 n/a
Min focus m 0.185 0.185
Max magnification 1.0 2.0

Nikon AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED

The AF-S Micro-Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED is a 1:1 macro lens for Nikon FX cameras with a silent-wave motor and ED glass. Also a flexible short normal lens.

Pros

  • True 1:1 macro
  • Quiet AF-S
  • Sharp
  • Compact

Cons

  • No VR
  • Short working distance
  • Focus breathing

Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro

A 60mm f/2.8 macro lens, the Laowa 60mm f/2.8 2X Ultra-Macro is designed for Nikon F mount bodies. A manual-focus macro lens from Laowa for extreme close-ups.

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