Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM vs Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE
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 | Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM | Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 14mm | 15mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM (14mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE (15mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GMSee price on Amazon
Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FESee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM and the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE?
The Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM is 14mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE is 15mm f/2 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM or the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE?
The Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2 of the other.
Do the Sony FE 14mm f/1.8 GM and Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE 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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