Laowa Zero-D 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D 9mm
Laowa
72 Overall Score
vs
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
Nikon
90 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Wildlife Sports
Travel
Landscape
Macro
Professional
Video Cinema
Street
Portrait
Specifications
| Laowa Zero-D 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D 9mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 9 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 9 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 19 |
| Groups | 10 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | Frog Eye Coating | ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 4-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.21 kg★ | 0.57 kg |
| Filter Thread | 49 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | stepping motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 120 mm★ | 500 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:7.7★ | 0.28x |
Pros & Cons
Laowa Zero-D 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D 9mm
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong optical (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong aperture (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average af (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
Pricing
Laowa Zero-D 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D 9mm0.010score per dollar
vs
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR0.005score per dollar
Laowa Zero-D 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D 9mm offers 2.0x better value for money
Laowa Zero-D 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D 9mm
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
Scores 90 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
