M.Zuiko Digital ED 17 mm f/1.2 PRO vs 17 mm T1.9 Cine
Olympus
M.Zuiko Digital ED 17 mm f/1.2 PRO
Venus Optics LAOWA
17 mm T1.9 Cine
Here we are comparing the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 17 mm f/1.2 PRO and the Venus Optics LAOWA 17 mm T1.9 Cine. The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 17 mm f/1.2 PRO is a 17mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.2, released in 2018. The Venus Optics LAOWA 17 mm T1.9 Cine is a 17mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.9, released in 2021.
There is a 3 years difference between the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 17 mm f/1.2 PRO and the Venus Optics LAOWA 17 mm T1.9 Cine — the newer design may benefit from more recent optical engineering and coatings.
Below you will find a detailed side-by-side comparison of their specifications, features, and key differences.
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| Compare | Fastest Aperture | |
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| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | MFT | MFT |
| Best For | Landscape | Landscape Budget |
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 17 mm | 17 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.9 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 7 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.2 m | 0.15 m |
| Max. Magnification | 0.15x | 0.2x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 390 g | 175 g |
| Length | 87 mm | 56 mm |
| Diameter | 68.2 mm | 53 mm |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 49 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2018 | 2021 |
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Comparing Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 17 mm f/1.2 PRO (17 mm, f/1.2) and Venus Optics LAOWA 17 mm T1.9 Cine (17 mm, f/1.9).
Venus Optics LAOWA 17 mm T1.9 Cine is the lightest at 175 g, Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 17 mm f/1.2 PRO weighs 390 g.
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 17 mm f/1.2 PRO offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.2, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Venus Optics LAOWA 17 mm T1.9 Cine can focus closest at 0.15 m minimum focus distance.
Use the detailed comparison table below to see all specifications side-by-side and find the perfect lens for your photography needs.
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