MicroPrime CINE 17 mm T1.5 vs 17 mm T1.9 Cine
SLR Magic
MicroPrime CINE 17 mm T1.5
Venus Optics LAOWA
17 mm T1.9 Cine
Here we are comparing the SLR Magic MicroPrime CINE 17 mm T1.5 and the Venus Optics LAOWA 17 mm T1.9 Cine. The SLR Magic MicroPrime CINE 17 mm T1.5 is a 17mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.5, released in 2019. 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 2 years difference between the SLR Magic MicroPrime CINE 17 mm T1.5 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 Budget | Landscape |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 17 mm | 17 mm |
| Aperture | f/1.5 | f/1.9 |
| Aperture Blades | 11 | 7 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.18 m | 0.15 m |
| Max. Magnification | 0.12x | 0.2x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 630 g | 175 g |
| Length | 87 mm | 56 mm |
| Diameter | 85 mm | 53 mm |
| Filter Thread | 82 mm | 49 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2019 | 2021 |
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Comparing SLR Magic MicroPrime CINE 17 mm T1.5 (17 mm, f/1.5) 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, SLR Magic MicroPrime CINE 17 mm T1.5 weighs 630 g.
SLR Magic MicroPrime CINE 17 mm T1.5 offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.5, 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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