Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM vs Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM is faster by 0.3 stops (f/4.0 vs f/4.5), letting in more light.
- Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom goes wider (10mm vs 14mm).
- Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM reaches further (35mm vs 18mm).
| Spec | RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM | 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Laowa |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Wide Zoom | Wide Zoom |
| Focal length | 14-35mm | 10-18mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/4.0 (faster) | f/4.5 |
| Released | 2021 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 12 | n/a |
| Af motor | USM | n/a |
| Elements | 16 | n/a |
| Weight g | 540.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 77 | n/a |
| Length mm | 99.8 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 84.1 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.2 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.38 | n/a |
Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM
The RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM is a compact stabilized wide zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras. Starts at 14mm and keeps f/4 throughout.
Pros
- Wide 14mm start
- Compact and light (540 g)
- Image stabilization
- Constant f/4
Cons
- Only f/4
- Relies on software lens correction
- Less light than the 15-35 f/2.8
Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom
A 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 full-frame wide-angle zoom lens, the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom is designed for Canon RF mount bodies. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.