Laowa
Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro
Prime/zoom
84
/ 100
From $479
VS
Viltrox
Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM
Prime/zoom
84
/ 100
From $449
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro lands at 84 and Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro if…
- ✓Proven optical formula
- ✓Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- ✓Strong resale
Pick Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM if…
- ✓Proven optical formula
- ✓Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- ✓Strong resale
Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro 84
vs 84 Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM
Score breakdown
Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro
84 sharpness 84
af 80
build 90
value 86
Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM
84 sharpness 84
af 80
build 90
value 86
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro | Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM |
|---|
Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro
Pros
- +Proven optical formula
- +Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- +Strong resale
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Older AF motor on some
- −Heavier than modern counterparts
Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM
Pros
- +Proven optical formula
- +Weather-sealing (L/GM/S)
- +Strong resale
Cons
- −Mount-specific
- −Older AF motor on some
- −Heavier than modern counterparts
FAQ: Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro vs Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM
Which is better, Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro or Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro worth the price? +
At $479, Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in build.
Is Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM worth the price? +
At $449, Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in build.
Does Laowa 15mm f/4 Macro or Viltrox AF 13mm f/1.4 STM last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.