Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 vs Venus Laowa 17mm f/1.8 C-Dreamer
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
| Spec | M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8 | Laowa 17mm f/1.8 C-Dreamer |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Olympus | Venus |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 17mm | 17mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Weight g | 120 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 46 | n/a |
| Length mm | 36.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 58.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.25 | n/a |
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.8
A fast 34mm-equivalent prime for Micro Four Thirds with a metal body and a snap-focus clutch ring. It weighs about 120 g and takes 46mm filters.
Pros
- f/1.8
- Compact at about 120 g
- Snap-focus clutch
- Metal build
Cons
- Not weather sealed
- Autofocus is slower than newer Olympus primes
Venus Laowa 17mm f/1.8 C-Dreamer
The Venus Laowa 17mm f/1.8 C-Dreamer is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 17mm at f/1.8 for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.