Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro vs Zeiss Loxia 2.4/25
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Key differences
- Maximum aperture: f/2.4 on the Loxia 2.4/25, against f/2.8 on the 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro.
- Closest focus: 0.17 m on the 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro, against 0.25 m on the Loxia 2.4/25.
- Max magnification: 5× on the 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro, against 0.16× on the Loxia 2.4/25.
- Weight: 393 g on the Loxia 2.4/25, against 400 g on the 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro.
25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro or Loxia 2.4/25: which should you buy?
Choose the 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro for its closest focus and max magnification.
Choose the Loxia 2.4/25 for its maximum aperture and weight.
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|---|---|---|
| Lowest price today | $399 new $274.27 used | $1,349 new |
| Optics | ||
| Focal length | 25mm | 25mm |
| 35mm equivalent | 25mm (full frame) | 25mm (full frame) |
| Maximum apertureLower f-number lets in more light. A zoom wins only when it is as bright at both ends. | f/2.8 | f/2.4 (best) |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| Elements / groups | 8 / 6 | 10 / 8 |
| Aperture blades | 8 | — |
| Closest focus | 0.17 m (best) | 0.25 m |
| Max magnification | 5× (best) | 0.16× |
| Focus & handling | ||
| Autofocus | Manual focus | Manual focus |
| Optical stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealed | No | — |
| Internal zoom | — | — |
| Aperture ring | Yes | Yes |
| Teleconverter compatible | No | No |
| Size & weight | ||
| Weight | 400 g | 393 g (best) |
| Diameter × length | — | 62 × 74.5 mm |
| Filter thread | — | 52 mm |
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