Sony FE 28mm F2 vs Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF
Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sony FE 28mm F2 if
- You want bigger close-ups: 0.16× vs 0.07× maximum magnification
- Our notes say it suits: Street, travel, casual wide shots
Pick the Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF if
- You need 1½ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.2 vs f/2)
Spec differences
11 differences| Sony FE 28mm F2 | Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sony
|
Laowa
|
| Max aperture |
f/2
|
f/1.2
1½ stops faster
|
| Weight |
200 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
64 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
60 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
49 mm
|
62 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.25 m
|
not listed
|
| Max magnification |
0.16×
larger
|
0.07×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
13
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
13 elements / 7 groups
|
| Released |
2015
|
not listed
|
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Prime both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Focal length
- 28mm both
- Image stabilization
- No both
Our notes
Sony FE 28mm F2
A lightweight 28mm prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/2 aperture. Sony offered optional fisheye and ultra-wide converters for it.
Pros
- Small and light at about 200 g
- f/2 aperture
- Optional wide converters available
Cons
- Sharpness is modest wide open
- No stabilization
Our notes
Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF
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