Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 18 mm f/0.95 MFT APO vs AstrHori 18 mm f/8 Periscope Probe 2x Macro
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| Compare | Lightest Fastest Aperture | |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Sensor Size | MFT | MFT |
| Best For | Landscape | Landscape Macro |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 18 mm | 18 mm |
| Aperture | f/0.95 | f/8 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 | 7 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.2 m | 0.47 m |
| Max. Magnification | 0.15x | 2x |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 500 g | 740 g |
| Length | 80 mm | 60 mm |
| Diameter | 83 mm | 457 mm |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | - |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | - | 2023 |
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Comparing Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 18 mm f/0.95 MFT APO (18 mm, f/0.95) and AstrHori 18 mm f/8 Periscope Probe 2x Macro (18 mm, f/8).
Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 18 mm f/0.95 MFT APO is the lightest at 500 g, AstrHori 18 mm f/8 Periscope Probe 2x Macro weighs 740 g.
Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 18 mm f/0.95 MFT APO offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/0.95, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 18 mm f/0.95 MFT APO can focus closest at 0.2 m minimum focus distance.
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