Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL vs Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO

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

Voigtlander

Pick the Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO if

You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2.8 vs f/3.5)

Spec differences

10 differences

Specifications that differ between the Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL and the Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO
	Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL	Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO
Brand	Voigtlander	Laowa
Type	Prime	Macro
Format	not listed	Full frame
Max aperture	f/3.5	f/2.8 ⅔ stop faster
Filter thread	not listed	67 mm
Min focus distance	not listed	0.21 m
Max magnification	not listed	2×
Aperture blades	not listed	13
Optical design	not listed	13 elements / 10 groups
Image stabilization	not listed	No

2 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length. Show all

Mount: Sony E both
Focal length: 90mm both

Our notes

Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL

A 90mm f/3.5 short-telephoto prime lens, the Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 90mm f/3.5 SL is designed for Sony E mount bodies, with apochromatic correction. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.

Our notes