Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF vs Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E
Both are Sony E mount primes for low-light and standard prime — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF | Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/0.95 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF opens wider (f/0.95) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF (35mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E (50mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Check the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF price on Amazon →
Check the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF and the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E?
The Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF is 35mm f/0.95 prime, full-frame; the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E is 50mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF or the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E?
The Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF — its f/0.95 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.2 of the other.
Do the Laowa Argus 35mm f/0.95 FF and Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E 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).
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