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7artisans 18mm f/6.3 Mark II vs Laowa Argus 18mm f/0.95 MFT APO

Both are Micro Four Thirds prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the 7artisans 18mm f/6.3 Mark II if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Laowa Argus 18mm f/0.95 MFT APO if

  • You need 5½ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/0.95 vs f/6.3)

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the 7artisans 18mm f/6.3 Mark II and the Laowa Argus 18mm f/0.95 MFT APO
7artisans 18mm f/6.3 Mark II Laowa Argus 18mm f/0.95 MFT APO
Brand
7artisans
Laowa
Max aperture
f/6.3
f/0.95 5½ stops faster
Weight
not listed
500 g
Length
not listed
83 mm
Diameter
not listed
80 mm
Filter thread
not listed
62 mm
Min focus distance
not listed
0.2 m
Max magnification
not listed
0.15×
Aperture blades
not listed
9
Optical design
not listed
14 elements / 8 groups
Autofocus motor
Manual focus
not listed
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Micro Four Thirds both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
18mm both
Image stabilization
No both

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