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Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm F1.8 S vs Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro

Both are Nikon Z lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm F1.8 S if

  • You need 1⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)

Pick the Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

12 differences
Specifications that differ between the Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm F1.8 S and the Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro
Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm F1.8 S Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5× Macro
Brand
Nikon
Laowa
Type
Prime
Tilt-Shift
Max aperture
f/1.8 1⅓ stops faster
f/2.8
Weight
370 g
not listed
Length
86 mm
not listed
Diameter
73 mm
not listed
Filter thread
62 mm
77 mm
Min focus distance
0.25 m
0.23 m closer
Max magnification
0.19×
not listed
Aperture blades
not listed
15
Optical design
11 elements / 9 groups
14 elements / 12 groups
Released
2018
not listed
4 identical specs hidden: mount, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Nikon Z both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
35mm both
Image stabilization
No both

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