Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO vs Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for macro — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO | Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 65mm | 60mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro opens wider (f/2.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro (60mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO (65mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO price on Amazon →
Check the Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO and the Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro?
The Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is 65mm f/2.8 prime, APS-C; the Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro is 60mm f/2.4 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO or the Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro?
The Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro — its f/2.4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.8 of the other.
Do the Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO and Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Fujifilm X mount lenses, so they fit Fujifilm X-T/X-H/X-Pro/X-E/X-S series (APS-C).
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