The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the OM System 17mm F1.8 II and the Venus 17mm F1.8 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. Venus 17mm F1.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 51mm. The OM System 17mm F1.8 II with a length of 36mm, is 15mm shorter. On the other hand, the OM System 17mm F1.8 II has a larger diameter of 58mm compared to the Venus 17mm F1.8's 55mm 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. OM System 17mm F1.8 II weighs 112g, which means it is 60g (34%) lighter than the Venus 17mm F1.8 which has a weight of 172g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Micro Four Thirds Mount for size comparison purposes.
Wideangle Lenses in Micro Four Thirds Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the OM System 17mm F1.8 II and the Venus 17mm F1.8 have the same Filter thread size of 46mm.
Below are links to the 46mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the OM System 17mm F1.8 II and the Venus 17mm F1.8 has the same Micro Four Thirds lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Micro Four Thirds lenses are OM System OM-3 Astro, OM System OM-5 II and OM System OM-3.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
17mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.8.
