Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM 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
- Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom goes wider (10mm vs 15mm).
- Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM reaches further (30mm vs 18mm).
| Spec | RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM | 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Canon | Laowa |
| Mount | Canon RF | Canon RF |
| Type | Wide Zoom | Wide Zoom |
| Focal length | 15-30mm | 10-18mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/4.5 | f/4.5 |
| Released | 2022 | n/a |
| Blades | 7 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 11 | n/a |
| Af motor | STM | n/a |
| Elements | 13 | n/a |
| Weight g | 390.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 67 | n/a |
| Length mm | 88.4 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 76.6 | n/a |
Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM
A wide-angle zoom for Canon RF full-frame bodies with stabilization and a stepping motor. Small and light.
Pros
- Compact and light (390 g)
- Image stabilization
- STM focusing
- 67mm filter thread
Cons
- Slow variable aperture
- Less sharp than the L zooms
- Relies on in-camera correction
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.