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Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 vs Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO

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

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 ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO if

  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.18 m vs 0.33 m
  • You shoot full frame: the Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 is made for APS-C

Spec differences

10 differences
Specifications that differ between the Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 and the Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO
Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO
Brand
Viltrox
Laowa
Type
Prime
Macro
Format
APS-C
Full frame
Max aperture
f/1.7 1½ stops faster
f/2.8
Filter thread
52 mm
72 mm
Min focus distance
0.33 m
0.18 m closer
Max magnification
0.13×
not listed
Aperture blades
9
not listed
Optical design
11 elements / 9 groups
13 elements / 10 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

Laowa ACRIS 35mm f/2.8 1X Macro APO

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