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

Both are Sony E prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

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)

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

  • You shoot full frame: the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS is made for APS-C

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS and the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF
Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF
Brand
Rokinon
Laowa
Format
APS-C
Full frame
Max aperture
f/2 1 stop faster
f/2.8
Weight
245 g
not listed
Length
59.1 mm
not listed
Diameter
72.5 mm
not listed
Filter thread
67 mm
72 mm
Min focus distance
0.2 m
not listed
Aperture blades
not listed
5
Optical design
12 elements / 10 groups
16 elements / 9 groups
Autofocus motor
Manual focus
not listed
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Sony E both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
12mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS

Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS: a fast wide-angle prime lens with a 12mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.0, made for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF

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