Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO vs Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS
Both are Sony E mount primes for macro and portrait — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO | Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 100mm | 100mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APOSee price on Amazon
Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSSSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO and the Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS?
The Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO is 100mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame; the Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS is 100mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO and Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS 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).
More Sony E comparisons: Sony E 11mm f/1.8 vs Viltrox AF 20mm f/2.8 · Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS vs Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO · Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra Macro APO vs Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art · Voigtländer Nokton 35mm f/1.2 E vs Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E · all Sony E lenses · all comparisons