Name: Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine
Brand: Venus Optics

Technical Specifications of Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine

Overall score

6.3

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.

When it matters: When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Mount & Format

1.0

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Lens type

What it is: The optical category that indicates whether the lens is a prime, zoom, macro, fisheye, or another design.

When it matters: When you are choosing between a prime, zoom, macro, or specialty lens for the kind of subjects you shoot.

Importance: LOW

prime

Lens mount

What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which cameras the lens can be attached to.

When it matters: When camera compatibility and access to the right lens ecosystem are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Canon RF, Fujifilm X, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, L-Mount

Sensor format coverage

What it is: The largest sensor size the lens is designed to cover without severe vignetting.

When it matters: When you need the lens to fully cover your camera sensor without heavy corner darkening.

Importance: LOW

APS-C

Filter thread size

What it is: The diameter of the front filter thread used for screw-in filters and compatible accessories.

When it matters: When you plan to use screw-in filters such as polarizers, ND filters, or protective glass.

Importance: LOW

55 mm

Teleconverter compatibility

What it is: Whether the lens can be used with compatible teleconverters to extend focal length.

When it matters: When you want to extend reach for wildlife or sports without changing to a different long lens.

Importance: HIGH

Optics & Aperture

6.6

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Minimum focal length

What it is: The shortest focal length the lens can provide, which determines its widest framing.

When it matters: When wide framing matters for landscapes, interiors, architecture, or travel shots.

Importance: LOW

9 mm

Maximum focal length

What it is: The longest focal length the lens can reach, which determines its telephoto reach.

When it matters: When you need more reach for wildlife, sports, stage events, or distant details.

Importance: LOW

9 mm

Optical zoom

What it is: The ratio between the longest and shortest focal lengths available in the lens zoom range.

When it matters: When you want one lens to cover a broader range of compositions without swapping glass.

Importance: LOW

Maximum angle of view

What it is: The widest scene the lens can capture at its shortest focal length.

When it matters: When you need to fit more of a room, skyline, or landscape into the frame.

Importance: LOW

120 °

Minimum angle of view

What it is: The narrowest scene the lens captures at its longest focal length.

When it matters: When you want tighter framing on faraway subjects without moving closer.

Importance: LOW

113 °

Focus & Controls

6.1

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Focus motor

What it is: The autofocus drive system responsible for moving lens elements into focus.

When it matters: When fast, quiet autofocus matters for video, wildlife, street shots, or moving subjects.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Minimum focus distance

What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.

When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Maximum reproduction ratio

What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.

When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.

Importance: MEDIUM

Full-time manual focus

What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.

When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.

Importance: HIGH

Internal focusing

What it is: A focusing design in which internal elements move while the outer barrel length stays unchanged.

When it matters: When you use polarizers, gimbals, or close-up setups that benefit from a lens that does not extend while focusing.

Importance: HIGH

Stabilization

4.2

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Optical image stabilization

What it is: A hardware system that shifts optical elements to counteract camera shake and reduce blur.

When it matters: When you want steadier handheld shots and less blur, especially in low light or at longer focal lengths.

Importance: HIGH

Stabilization effectiveness (CIPA stops)

What it is: The rated stabilizer benefit, measured in stops, under CIPA testing standards.

When it matters: When you are comparing stabilized lenses and want to know how much handheld shutter-speed advantage they offer.

Importance: HIGH

Build & Handling

7.1

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Weight

What it is: The total mass of the lens, affecting portability and handling balance on the camera body.

When it matters: When you carry a lens all day for travel, hiking, or event coverage and want to keep your kit manageable.

Importance: HIGH

Lens length

What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.

When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.

Importance: HIGH

Lens diameter

What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.

When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Weather sealing (splashproof)

What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.

When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.

Importance: HIGH

Metal mount

What it is: A lens mount made of metal rather than plastic for greater durability at the camera connection point.

When it matters: When durability matters because you change lenses often or use heavier gear for work.

Importance: HIGH

Lab Scores

9.0

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DxOMark overall score

What it is: The combined DxOMark lens rating based on lab-tested optical performance.

When it matters: When you want a quick lab-based summary of overall optical performance before comparing lenses in detail.

Importance: HIGH

DxOMark sharpness score

What it is: The DxOMark subscore that reflects how much detail the lens can resolve across the frame.

When it matters: When fine detail matters for landscapes, product work, or high-resolution cameras.

Importance: HIGH

DxOMark transmission

What it is: The measured light transmission of the lens, expressed as T-stop rather than nominal f-number.

When it matters: When real light loss matters for exposure consistency in studio, cinema, or mixed-lens shoots.

Importance: MEDIUM

DxOMark distortion

What it is: The DxOMark metric that measures how much the lens bends straight lines away from their true shape.

When it matters: When straight lines matter in architecture, interiors, copy work, or product photography.

Importance: MEDIUM

DxOMark vignetting

What it is: The DxOMark measurement of corner darkening relative to the center of the image.

When it matters: When even corner brightness matters for skies, studio backdrops, or clean product shots.

Importance: MEDIUM

Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine vs the average camera lens

Why is Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine better than the average camera lens?

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Has aperture ring
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
What it is: A dedicated ring on the lens used to control the aperture directly.
When it matters: When you want direct tactile control over exposure while shooting photos or video.
Importance: MEDIUM
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
Has de-clickable aperture ring
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
De-clickable aperture ring.
What it is: An aperture ring that can switch from stepped clicks to smooth rotation for video work.
When it matters: When you shoot video and need smooth aperture changes without audible or visible click steps.
Importance: MEDIUM
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
Has focus distance scale
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
What it is: A marked scale that shows the approximate focus distance set on the lens.
When it matters: When you pre-focus manually for street, zone focusing, or repeatable tripod setups.
Importance: MEDIUM
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
278.4 g lighter
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine is lighter than the average camera lens (247 g vs 525.4 g). The average lens weighs 525.4 g.
What it is: The total mass of the lens, affecting portability and handling balance on the camera body.
When it matters: When you carry a lens all day for travel, hiking, or event coverage and want to keep your kit manageable.
Importance: HIGH
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine is lighter than the average camera lens (247 g vs 525.4 g). The average lens weighs 525.4 g.247 g vs 525.4 g
38 mm shorter lens
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine is shorter than the average camera lens (54 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
What it is: The physical length of the lens body from mount to front edge.
When it matters: When bag space, balance, or front clearance matters in a compact travel or video setup.
Importance: HIGH
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine is shorter than the average camera lens (54 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.54 mm vs 92 mm
14.6 mm narrower lens barrel
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine is slimmer than the average camera lens (62.4 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
What it is: The widest outer diameter of the lens barrel.
When it matters: When grip comfort, filter size, or fit inside a tight camera bag matters to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine is slimmer than the average camera lens (62.4 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.62.4 mm vs 77 mm
0.18 m shorter minimum focus distance
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
What it is: The shortest distance at which the lens can focus on a subject.
When it matters: When you like shooting details, food, flowers, or products from a very short distance.
Importance: MEDIUM
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.0.12 m vs 0.3 m
Newer release date
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine was released more recently than the average camera lens.
June 2020
What it is: The date when the lens model was first officially introduced.
When it matters: When you prefer a newer optical design with more modern autofocus, coatings, or stabilization features.
Importance: LOW
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine was released more recently than the average camera lens.2020 vs 2016
1 more low-dispersion elements
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has more low-dispersion elements than the average camera lens (3 vs 2). The average lens has 2 low-dispersion elements.
Has aperture ring
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has an aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 31.2% of camera lenses include an aperture ring.
Has de-clickable aperture ring
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a de-clickable aperture ring, the average camera lens does not. 18.4% of camera lenses support a de-clickable aperture ring.
Has focus distance scale
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a focus distance scale, the average camera lens does not. 48.6% of camera lenses include a focus distance scale.
0.18 m shorter minimum focus distance
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a lower minimum focus distance than the average camera lens (0.1 m vs 0.3 m). The average lens has a minimum focus distance of 0.3 m.
278.4 g lighter
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine is lighter than the average camera lens (247 g vs 525.4 g). The average lens weighs 525.4 g.
38 mm shorter lens
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine is shorter than the average camera lens (54 mm vs 92 mm). The average lens has a length of 92 mm.
14.6 mm narrower lens barrel
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine is slimmer than the average camera lens (62.4 mm vs 77 mm). The average lens has a diameter of 77 mm.
Newer release date
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine was released more recently than the average camera lens.

Why is Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine worse than the average camera lens?

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No rounded blades
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine does not use rounded aperture blades, the average camera lens does. 88.8% of camera lenses use rounded aperture blades.
7 straight blades.
2 fewer aperture blades
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (7 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
No full-time manual focus
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
0.06 x lower maximum reproduction ratio
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.1x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.
Not weather-sealed
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
Not weather-sealed
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
What it is: Protective sealing intended to resist splashes, dust, and light environmental exposure.
When it matters: When you often shoot outdoors in light rain, dust, or changing conditions.
Importance: HIGH
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine does not support weather sealing, the average camera lens does. 50.3% of camera lenses support weather sealing.
No full-time manual focus
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
What it is: The ability to adjust focus manually without leaving autofocus mode.
When it matters: When you want to fine-tune focus instantly without switching out of autofocus.
Importance: HIGH
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine does not support full-time manual focus, the average camera lens does. 68.4% of camera lenses support full-time manual focus.
No rounded blades
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine does not use rounded aperture blades, the average camera lens does. 88.8% of camera lenses use rounded aperture blades.
7 straight blades.
What it is: A blade design that keeps the aperture opening more circular for smoother out-of-focus highlights.
When it matters: When you care about smoother bokeh and rounder highlight shapes in blurred backgrounds.
Importance: HIGH
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine does not use rounded aperture blades, the average camera lens does. 88.8% of camera lenses use rounded aperture blades.
2 fewer aperture blades
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (7 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.
What it is: The number of diaphragm blades that shape the aperture opening and influence blur rendering.
When it matters: When the look of out-of-focus highlights matters in portraits, close-ups, or cinematic video.
Importance: HIGH
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has fewer aperture blades than the average camera lens (7 vs 9). The average lens has 9 aperture blades.7 vs 9
42.6% lower user score
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a lower user score than the average camera lens (5.68 vs 8.091).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera lens.
When it matters: When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a lower user score than the average camera lens (5.68 vs 8.091).5.68 vs 8.09
5.38x less popular
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine is less popular than the average camera lens (1.19 vs 6.383).
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera lens.
When it matters: When you want to see which camera lenses attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine is less popular than the average camera lens (1.19 vs 6.383).1.19 vs 6.38
0.06 x lower maximum reproduction ratio
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.1x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.
What it is: The highest magnification the lens can achieve when focusing at its closest distance.
When it matters: When close-up magnification matters for macro work, textures, or small product details.
Importance: MEDIUM
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a lower maximum reproduction ratio than the average camera lens (0.1x vs 0.192x). The average lens has a maximum reproduction ratio of 0.192x.0.133 x vs 0.192 x
8.7% worse value for money
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera lens (6.76 vs 7.346).
What it is: An indicator that combines the camera lens's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters: When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Venus Optics Laowa 9mm T2 9 Zero-D Cine has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera lens (6.76 vs 7.346).6.76 vs 7.35