Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S vs Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S is faster by 0.3 stops (f/4.0 vs f/4.5), letting in more light.
- Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom goes wider (10mm vs 14mm).
- Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S reaches further (30mm vs 18mm).
| Spec | Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S | 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Laowa |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Wide Zoom | Wide Zoom |
| Focal length | 14-30mm | 10-18mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 (faster) | f/4.5 |
| Released | 2019 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 12 | n/a |
| Elements | 14 | n/a |
| Weight g | 485.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 82 | n/a |
| Length mm | 85.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 89.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.28 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.161 | n/a |
Nikon Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S
The Nikkor Z 14-30mm F4 S is a compact wide-angle zoom for Nikon Z full-frame cameras that, unlike many ultra-wides, accepts 82mm screw-in filters.
Pros
- Takes front filters
- Compact and light (485 g)
- Sharp across the zoom
- Weather-sealed S-Line build
Cons
- f/4 maximum aperture
- Distortion corrected in-camera
- Retractable barrel needs extending
Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom
The Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom is a full-frame wide-angle zoom lens covering 10-18mm at f/4.5-5.6 for Nikon Z mount cameras. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.