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| Specification | Laowa Venus Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D - Monture Canon EF | Zeiss Milvus 50mm f/1.4 ZE - Monture Canon EF |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Mount | canon-ef | canon-ef |
| Optics | ||
| Focal (difference) | 12 mm | 50 mm |
| Aperture (difference) | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Prime | Yes | Yes |
| Stabilization | No | No |
Pick the Laowa 12mm f/2.8 if you need an ultra-wide perspective for landscapes, architecture, or tight interiors. Choose the Zeiss Milvus 50mm f/1.4 if shallow depth of field, low-light performance, or a standard field of view for portraits and street photography is your priority. The Laowa stays the better choice if edge-to-edge sharpness and minimal distortion are critical; the Zeiss remains preferable if you value a brighter maximum aperture and a more versatile focal length.