Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 210mm
Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 XF 35mm
What Buyers Say
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 210mm
This RF 55-210mm lens is highly praised by beginners and hobbyists for its lightweight design and excellent image quality, especially in well-lit outdoor settings. Users love the smooth zoom and background blur that rivals much more expensive lenses. It is considered a great value for portrait and casual photography, though some note it is not perfect in low light.
Pros
- Lightweight and easy to handle
- Excellent image quality in good light
- Smooth zoom operation
- Great background blur for the price
- Perfect for beginners and casual use
Cons
- Not perfect in low light
- Not for fast-paced professional events
Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 XF 35mm
The Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 lens is widely loved for its sharp image quality, fast aperture, and surprisingly low price. Users praise its lightweight design, compact size, and quick autofocus, making it an excellent everyday walk-around lens. Some note autofocus can be noisier or slower than premium lenses, and a few report chromatic aberration in high-contrast scenes. A handful of complaints involve inconsistent packaging or compatibility misunderstandings, but the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Sharp image quality wide open
- Fast f/1.7 aperture for low light
- Lightweight and compact design
- Great value for the price
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Autofocus noise in quiet environments
- Chromatic aberration in high contrast
- No weather sealing
- Slow autofocus in low light
- Missing aperture ring
Scores
Specifications
| Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 210mm | Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 XF 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 210 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 11 |
| Groups | 8 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating | high-definition multi-layer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/5 | f/1.7 |
| Min Aperture | 5-7.1 | f/1.7 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.27 kg | 0.18 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | STM (Stepping Motor) |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 730 mm | 35 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.28x | 1:7.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 210mm
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong versatility (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average macro (34th percentile)
Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 XF 35mm
- Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.