Viltrox MF 20mm f/1.8 vs Laowa AF 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF
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 | Viltrox MF 20mm f/1.8 | Laowa AF 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 20mm | 10mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/2.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Viltrox MF 20mm f/1.8 opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Laowa AF 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF (10mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Viltrox MF 20mm f/1.8 (20mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Viltrox MF 20mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
Laowa AF 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FFSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Viltrox MF 20mm f/1.8 and the Laowa AF 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF?
The Viltrox MF 20mm f/1.8 is 20mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the Laowa AF 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF is 10mm f/2.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Which is better in low light, the Viltrox MF 20mm f/1.8 or the Laowa AF 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF?
The Viltrox MF 20mm f/1.8 — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.8 of the other.
Do the Viltrox MF 20mm f/1.8 and Laowa AF 10mm f/2.8 Zero-D FF 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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