Laowa Venus Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D - Monture Nikon Z vs Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
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| Specification | Laowa Venus Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D - Monture Nikon Z | Nikon Nikkor Z DX MC 35mm f/1.7 |
|---|---|---|
| Mount | ||
| Mount | nikon-z | nikon-z |
| Optics | ||
| Focal (difference) | 9 mm | 35 mm |
| Aperture (difference) | f/2.8 | f/1.7 |
| Prime | Yes | Yes |
| Stabilization | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight (g) (difference) | — | 220,000 g |
Verdict
Pick the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 if you need an ultra-wide perspective for landscapes, architecture, or tight spaces and can work with a slightly slower aperture. The Nikon Z DX 35mm f/1.7 stays the better choice if you prioritize a faster f/1.7 aperture for low-light shooting, a more natural field of view for street or documentary work, or prefer a lens that’s officially optimized for Nikon’s Z-mount DX cameras.