The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the 7artisans 10mm f2.8 II RF and the Nikon 1 AW 10mm f2.8 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. 7artisans 10mm f2.8 II RF is the longer of the two lenses at 95mm. The Nikon 1 AW 10mm f2.8 with a length of 30mm, is 65mm shorter. Besides being longer, the 7artisans 10mm f2.8 II RF also has a larger diameter of 75mm compared to the Nikon 1 AW 10mm f2.8's 61mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Nikon 1 AW 10mm f2.8 weighs 118g, 80% (484g) lighter than the 7artisans 10mm f2.8 II RF's weight of 602g.
Lens Mounts
The 7artisans 10mm f2.8 II RF has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Nikon 1 AW 10mm f2.8 has the Nikon 1 lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R6 V, Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount and Nikon 1 J5, Nikon 1 S2 and Nikon 1 J4 for the Nikon 1 Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
10mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.