SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E) vs Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Sony

SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E)

SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E)

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Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Sony

Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Sony

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SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E) vs Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Sony

When comparing Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Sony and SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E), which one is better?

1. Lens Mount Comparison

These two lenses use the same lens mount, the Sony E. This means that both lenses are compatible with cameras that use this mount.

Winner: Tied

Regarding lens mount: Popular lens mounts are Canon RF and EF, Micro Four Thirds and Nikon Z. Different lens mounts lets you connect different lenses to camera bodies, but some might not be compatible. This can be helped by using an adapter, like a Canon EF to RF adapter.

2. Largest Aperture Comparison

The SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E) has the largest aperture of the two lenses at 1.2 compared to the 2.8 aperture of Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D - Sony. This means that you get more light to your sensor using SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E) wide open, and therefore it might be a better lens in dark situations.

Winner: SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E)

Regarding largest aperture: A lower aperture number means that the widest aperture on the lens is larger. This means that more light will hit the sensor and also that the depth of field will be shallower, better separating your subject from the background.

3. Lens Type Comparison

Both lenses are Prime lenses, which means that you can choose both SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E) or Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D - Sony if you're looking for that type of lens.

Winner: Tied

Regarding type: There are two types of lenses; zoom lenses and prime lenses. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length and cannot be zoomed, while zoom lenses have a focal length range and can be zoomed in to get closer to the subject. Prime lenses are usually lighter, cheaper and let in more light. Zoom lenses are more versatile but are more expensive since they require a more advanced lens design.


Specifications

Full specifications table of SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E) and Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Sony:

SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E) Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D - Sony
SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E)Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D - Sony

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BrandSLR MagicVenus Optics Laowa
Weight535 gMissing
Lens MountSony ESony E
Focal Length35 mm12 mm
Largest Aperture1.22.8
AnamorphicNoMissing
TypePrimePrime
Lens Groups8Missing
Lens Elements9Missing
Image StabilizationNoMissing
ParfocalYesMissing
AutofocusHayırMissing


Camera Verdict

This comparison of SLR Magic Cine 35mm f/1.2 FE (Sony E) and Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D - Sony was last updated on December 19, 2024.