Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D vs Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8
Both are Sony E mount primes for wide-angle and astrophotography — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D | Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 9mm | 18mm |
| 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 Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D (9mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 (18mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Check the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D price on Amazon →
Check the Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D and the Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8?
The Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D is 9mm f/2.8 prime, APS-C; the Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 is 18mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D and Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 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 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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