Comparison of Laowa 105mm f/2 STF and Nikon 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S VR Micro Nikkor

Attribute	Nikon 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S VR Micro Nikkor ×	Laowa 105mm f/2 STF ×
Aperture (f)	2.80 - 32.00	2.00 - 32.00
Filter Size (mm)	62	67
Notes	Image Stabilization; Included Accessories: Bayonet hood (HB-38), Flexible lens pouch (CL-1020)	Available Mounts: Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K, Sony A, Sony E
Closest Focus (m)	0.31	0.9
Magnification Ratio (x)	1	0.16
Type	Telephoto Prime Macro	Telephoto Prime (Smooth Transition Focus)
Focus Details	Internal with Silent Wave motor; M/A switch for fast transitions between AF and MF	Internal; Manual Focus only
APS Equivalent	157.5mm	1.5x: 157.5mm; 1.6x: 168mm
Diaphragm Blades	9	8
Image Circle	35mm	35mm
Focal Length (mm)	105.00	105.00
Brand	Nikon	Laowa
Name	Nikon 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED AF-S VR Micro Nikkor	Laowa 105mm f/2 STF
Weight (g)	790	745
Diagonal Angle of View (degree)	23.33	23.30
Length (mm)	116	98.9
Diameter (mm)	83	76
Lens Construction	14 elements in 12 groups, including 1 ED glass element and 1 Nano Crystal Coat-deposited lens element	11 elements in 8 groups, including 1 APD, 1 HR, 3 LD elements