
Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 SE vs Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF
Both are Nikon Z prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 SE if
- You want bigger close-ups: 0.2× vs 0.07× maximum magnification
Pick the Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF if
- You need 2½ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.2 vs f/2.8)
Spec differences
11 differences| Nikon Nikkor Z 28mm F2.8 SE | Laowa Argus 28mm f/1.2 FF | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Nikon
|
Laowa
|
| Max aperture |
f/2.8
|
f/1.2
2½ stops faster
|
| Weight |
160 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
43 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
71.5 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
52 mm
|
62 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.19 m
|
not listed
|
| Max magnification |
0.2×
larger
|
0.07×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
13
|
| Optical design |
9 elements / 8 groups
|
13 elements / 7 groups
|
| Released |
2021
|
not listed
|
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Nikon Z both
- Type
- Prime both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Focal length
- 28mm both
- Image stabilization
- No both
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