Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 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 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM is faster by 1.4 stops (f/2.8 vs f/4.5), letting in more light.
- Laowa 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 FE Zoom goes wider (10mm vs 15mm).
- Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM reaches further (35mm vs 18mm).
| Spec | RF 15-35mm F2.8 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 | 15-35mm | 10-18mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 (faster) | f/4.5 |
| Released | 2019 | 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 | 840.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 82 | n/a |
| Length mm | 126.8 | n/a |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 88.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.28 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.21 | n/a |
Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM
A wide-angle zoom for Canon RF full-frame cameras with a constant f/2.8 aperture and image stabilization, for landscape, event and video work.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Image stabilization
- Weather-sealed L build
- Sharp across the frame
Cons
- Heavy for a wide zoom (840 g)
- 82mm filter thread
- 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.