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Brightin Star 9mm f/5.6 vs Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D

Both are Leica L prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Brightin Star 9mm f/5.6 if

  • You shoot full frame: the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D is made for APS-C

Pick the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D if

  • You need 2 stops more light for low light or background blur (f/2.8 vs f/5.6)

Spec differences

9 differences
Specifications that differ between the Brightin Star 9mm f/5.6 and the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D
Brightin Star 9mm f/5.6 Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D
Brand
Brightin Star
Laowa
Format
Full frame
APS-C
Max aperture
f/5.6
f/2.8 2 stops faster
Filter thread
not listed
49 mm
Min focus distance
not listed
0.12 m
Max magnification
not listed
0.13×
Aperture blades
not listed
7
Optical design
not listed
15 elements / 10 groups
Autofocus motor
Manual focus
not listed
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Leica L both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
9mm both
Image stabilization
No both

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