Laowa 90mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO vs Zeiss Loxia 2.4/85
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Key differences
- Maximum aperture: f/2.4 on the Loxia 2.4/85, against f/2.8 on the 90mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO.
- Closest focus: 0.20 m on the 90mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO, against 0.80 m on the Loxia 2.4/85.
- Max magnification: 2× on the 90mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO, against 0.14× on the Loxia 2.4/85.
- Weight: 594 g on the Loxia 2.4/85, against 619 g on the 90mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO.
90mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO or Loxia 2.4/85: which should you buy?
Choose the 90mm f/2.8 2X Ultra Macro APO for its closest focus and max magnification.
Choose the Loxia 2.4/85 for its maximum aperture and weight.
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|---|---|---|
| Lowest price today | $335.99 used | $1,399 new $649.99 used |
| Optics | ||
| Focal length | 90mm | 85mm |
| 35mm equivalent | 90mm (full frame) | 85mm (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/22 | f/22 |
| Made for | Full frame | Full frame |
| Elements / groups | 13 / 10 | 7 / 7 |
| Aperture blades | 13 | — |
| Closest focus | 0.20 m (best) | 0.80 m |
| Max magnification | 2× (best) | 0.14× |
| Focus & handling | ||
| Autofocus | Manual focus | Manual focus |
| Optical stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealed | — | — |
| Internal zoom | — | — |
| Aperture ring | Yes | Yes |
| Teleconverter compatible | No | No |
| Size & weight | ||
| Weight | 619 g | 594 g (best) |
| Diameter × length | 74 × 120 mm | 62.5 × 94.8 mm |
| Filter thread | 67 mm | 52 mm |
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