17 mm T1.9 Cine vs M.Zuiko Digital 17 mm f/2.8
Venus Optics LAOWA
17 mm T1.9 Cine
Olympus
M.Zuiko Digital 17 mm f/2.8
Here we are comparing the Venus Optics LAOWA 17 mm T1.9 Cine and the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17 mm f/2.8. 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. The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17 mm f/2.8 is a 17mm wide-angle prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, released in 2009.
There is a 12 years difference between the Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17 mm f/2.8 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/1.9 | f/2.8-22 |
| Aperture Blades | 7 | 5 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.15 m | 0.2 m |
| Max. Magnification | 0.2x | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 175 g | 71 g |
| Length | 56 mm | 22 mm |
| Diameter | 53 mm | 57 mm |
| Filter Thread | 49 mm | 37 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2021 | 2009 |
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Comparing Venus Optics LAOWA 17 mm T1.9 Cine (17 mm, f/1.9) and Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17 mm f/2.8 (17 mm, f/2.8-22).
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17 mm f/2.8 is the lightest at 71 g, Venus Optics LAOWA 17 mm T1.9 Cine weighs 175 g.
Venus Optics LAOWA 17 mm T1.9 Cine offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/1.9, 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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