Apo-Lanthar 65 mm f/2 Aspherical 1:2 Macro vs 65 mm f/2.8 2x Macro APO
Voigtlander
Apo-Lanthar 65 mm f/2 Aspherical 1:2 Macro
Venus Optics LAOWA
65 mm f/2.8 2x Macro APO
Here we are comparing the Voigtlander Apo-Lanthar 65 mm f/2 Aspherical 1:2 Macro and the Venus Optics LAOWA 65 mm f/2.8 2x Macro APO. The Voigtlander Apo-Lanthar 65 mm f/2 Aspherical 1:2 Macro is a 65mm macro lens with a maximum aperture of f/2, released in 2017. The Venus Optics LAOWA 65 mm f/2.8 2x Macro APO is a 65mm macro lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, released in 2020.
There is a 3 years difference between the Voigtlander Apo-Lanthar 65 mm f/2 Aspherical 1:2 Macro and the Venus Optics LAOWA 65 mm f/2.8 2x Macro APO — 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 | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Best For | Portrait Macro | Portrait Budget Macro |
Price & Availability | ||
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Optical Specifications | ||
| Focal Length | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Aperture | f/2 | f/2.8 |
| Aperture Blades | 10 | 9 |
Features | ||
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
Close-up Performance | ||
| Min. Focus Distance | 0.31 m | 0.17 m |
| Max. Magnification | - | - |
Physical Specifications | ||
| Weight | 625 g | 335 g |
| Length | 78 mm | 57 mm |
| Diameter | 91.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 52 mm |
Price & Availability | ||
| Release Year | 2017 | 2020 |
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Comparing Voigtlander Apo-Lanthar 65 mm f/2 Aspherical 1:2 Macro (65 mm, f/2) and Venus Optics LAOWA 65 mm f/2.8 2x Macro APO (65 mm, f/2.8).
Venus Optics LAOWA 65 mm f/2.8 2x Macro APO is the lightest at 335 g, Voigtlander Apo-Lanthar 65 mm f/2 Aspherical 1:2 Macro weighs 625 g.
Voigtlander Apo-Lanthar 65 mm f/2 Aspherical 1:2 Macro offers the fastest maximum aperture at f/2, allowing for better low-light performance and shallower depth of field.
Venus Optics LAOWA 65 mm f/2.8 2x Macro APO can focus closest at 0.17 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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