Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO vs Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 Macro
Both are Sony E 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 | Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 Macro |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 65mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 Macro (50mm) 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 Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 Macro covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 Macro is first-party (Sony) 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
Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APOSee price on Amazon
Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 MacroSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO and the Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 Macro?
The Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is 65mm f/2.8 prime, APS-C; the Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 Macro is 50mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO and Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 Macro fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C). Note the Laowa 65mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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