Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Nikon
90 Overall Score
vs
Laowa 17mm f/1.8 17mm
Laowa
56 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | Laowa 17mm f/1.8 17mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 17 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 9 |
| Groups | 7 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | FEC (Frog EyeCoating) |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.17 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm | 150 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 0.2x |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Laowa 17mm f/1.8 17mm
- Strong build (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong aperture (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average af (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR0.627score per dollar
vs
Laowa 17mm f/1.8 17mm0.377score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
