Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 vs Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro

Both are Canon RF lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Viltrox

35mm f/1.7

f/1.7STM

Full specs

Laowa

35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro

f/2.8

Full specs

Pick the Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 if

You need 1½ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.7 vs f/2.8)

Pick the Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro if

You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.23 m vs 0.33 m
You shoot full frame: the Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 is made for APS-C
You care about the shape of out-of-focus highlights: 15 aperture blades vs 9

Spec differences

10 differences

Specifications that differ between the Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 and the Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro
	Viltrox 35mm f/1.7	Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro
Brand	Viltrox	Laowa
Type	Prime	Tilt-Shift
Format	APS-C	Full frame
Max aperture	f/1.7 1½ stops faster	f/2.8
Filter thread	52 mm	77 mm
Min focus distance	0.33 m	0.23 m closer
Max magnification	0.13×	not listed
Aperture blades	9	15 more blades
Optical design	11 elements / 9 groups	14 elements / 12 groups
Autofocus motor	STM	not listed

3 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Canon RF both
Focal length: 35mm both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Viltrox 35mm f/1.7

A 35mm f/1.7 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 is designed for Canon RF mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes