Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED § 03 Head to head
Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED vs Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens
Nikon 60mm f/2.8 is 78 g lighter. Laowa 60mm f/2.8 is 19 mm shorter.
The Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED is a 60mm f/2.8 prime, and the Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens is a 60mm f/2.8 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 2 advantages each.
Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED 
Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens 01
Key differences
Why is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED better than the Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens?
- 78 g lighter (425 g vs 503 g)
- Covers a larger sensor format (full-frame vs APS-C)
Why is the Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens better than the Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED?
- 19 mm shorter (70 mm vs 89 mm long)
- More aperture blades (14 vs 9)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED has the edge: it is 78 g lighter to carry.
- macro For macro photography, the Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens has the edge: it focuses closer, down to 0.18 m.
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Specification
| Specification | Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED | Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 60mm | 60mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Minimum aperture | f/32 | f/22 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | Full frame | APS-C |
| Weight | 425 g (14.99 oz) ◆ | 503 g (17.74 oz) |
| Dimensions | 73 x 89 mm | 95 x 70 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.185 m (7.28 inches) | 0.18 m (7.09 inches) ◆ |
| Aperture ring | — | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 14 ◆ |
| Optical construction | 12 elements in 9 groups | 9 elements / 7 groups |
| Filter size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Lens mount | Nikon F | Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Pentax K, Sony E |
| Released | 2008 | — |
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Size
- A · Nikon
- B · Venus
- 89 × 73 mm
- 70 × 95 mm
The Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED is 19 mm longer and 78 g lighter than the Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens.
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Sample frames
Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED
Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED or the Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens?
- The Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED weighs 425 g, 78 g less than the Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens (503 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED or the Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens?
- The Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens focuses down to 0.18 m, against 0.18 m for the Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED or the Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED has the edge: it is 78 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Nikon Nikkor AF-S Micro 60 mm f/2.8G ED or the Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens better for macro photography?
- For macro photography, the Venus Optics LAOWA 60 mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro Lens has the edge: it focuses closer, down to 0.18 m.
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