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Canon RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ vs Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom

Both are Canon RF wide zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Canon RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ if

  • You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/4 vs f/4.5)
  • You need more reach: 30mm vs 18mm at the long end

Pick the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom if

  • You want a wider view: 10mm vs 14mm at the wide end

Spec differences

7 differences
Specifications that differ between the Canon RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ and the Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom
Canon RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom
Brand
Canon
Laowa
Focal length
14-30mm
10-18mm
Max aperture
f/4 ⅓ stop faster
f/4.5
Weight
181 g
not listed
Length
62 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.15 m
not listed
Released
2025
not listed
2 identical specs hidden: mount, type. Show all
Mount
Canon RF both
Type
Wide Zoom both

Our notes

Canon RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ

A 14-30mm f/4-6.3 APS-C wide-angle zoom lens, the Canon RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ is designed for Canon RF mount bodies, with Image Stabilizer and stepping-motor autofocus. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.

Our notes

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.

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