Laowa AF 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF vs Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for wide-angle and landscape — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Laowa AF 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF | Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 12mm | 14mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Laowa AF 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF (12mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z (14mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Check the Laowa AF 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF price on Amazon →
Check the Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Laowa AF 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF and the Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z?
The Laowa AF 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF is 12mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z is 14mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Do the Laowa AF 12mm f/2.8 Lite Zero-D FF and Samyang MF 14mm f/2.8 Z fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C).
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