Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED vs Laowa 105mm f/2 STF
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Laowa
105mm f/2 STF
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED is faster by 1 stop (f/1.4 vs f/2.0), letting in more light.
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED | 105mm f/2 STF |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Laowa |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 105mm | 105mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 (faster) | f/2.0 |
| Released | 2016 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 9 | 8 |
| Af motor | SWM | none |
| Elements | 14 | 11 |
| Weight g | 985.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 82 | 67 |
| Length mm | 106.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 94.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 1.0 | 0.9 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.13 | 0.16 |
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED
The AF-S Nikkor 105mm f/1.4E ED is a fast portrait telephoto for Nikon FX cameras with an electromagnetic diaphragm and Nano Crystal Coat, designed for smooth background rendering.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- Smooth bokeh
- Nano Crystal Coat
- Sharp
Cons
- Large and heavy (985 g)
- No VR
Laowa 105mm f/2 STF
A 105mm f/2 fast short-telephoto prime lens, the Laowa 105mm f/2 STF is designed for Nikon F mount bodies. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.