Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS vs Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro
Both are Sony E lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS if
- You need 1⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
- You shoot handheld in dim light or video: it has optical image stabilization and the Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro does not
- Our notes say it suits: Everyday and travel photography, low-light handheld shots, street and vlog use on APS-C
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 0.3 m
- You shoot full frame: the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS is made for APS-C
Spec differences
14 differences| Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS | Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sony
|
Laowa
|
| Type |
Prime
|
Tilt-Shift
|
| Format |
APS-C
|
Full frame
|
| Max aperture |
f/1.8
1⅓ stops faster
|
f/2.8
|
| Weight |
154 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
45 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
63 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
49 mm
|
77 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.3 m
|
0.23 m
closer
|
| Max magnification |
0.15×
|
not listed
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
15
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
14 elements / 12 groups
|
| Image stabilization |
Yes
stabilized
|
No
|
| Released |
2012
|
not listed
|
2 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Focal length
- 35mm both
Our notes
Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS
A stabilized APS-C 35mm prime for E-mount, light at about 154 g with a 49mm filter size. It focuses as close as 0.3 m.
Pros
- Optical SteadyShot
- Fast f/1.8 aperture
- Very light at 154 g
- Compact
Cons
- APS-C only
- Not weather sealed
- Plastic-and-metal build that is basic by prime standards
Our notes
Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro
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