Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Z 28mm
GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Z 28mm
The Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 pancake lens is widely praised for its ultra-compact size, lightweight design, and excellent value, making it a favorite for street photography and travel. Users note it turns a full-frame camera into a highly portable setup, though the fixed f/4.5 aperture and lack of manual focus ring are limiting for some. Image quality is considered good for the price, but low-light performance and autofocus in dim conditions are common drawbacks. A few users reported a stuck rear lens cap or battery drain on certain Sony models, but overall sentiment is positive for its intended casual use.
Pros
- Ultra-compact and lightweight design
- Excellent value for the price
- Great for street photography and travel
- Sharp image quality for its class
- Built-in lens cover
Cons
- Fixed f/4.5 aperture
- No manual focus ring
- Poor low-light autofocus
- Battery drain on Sony A5100
- Stuck rear lens cap issue
GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm
The Ultra Wide Lens Mod for GoPro HERO13 Black receives glowing reviews for its impressive 177-degree field of view and sharp image quality with minimal distortion. Users highlight its ease of installation, sturdy build, and how it expands creative possibilities for action shots and landscapes. While the Q&A section remains unanswered, the five-star ratings consistently praise its cinematic upgrade potential.
Pros
- Wide 177-degree field of view
- Sharp image quality with little distortion
- Easy to attach and sturdy build
- Expands creative filming possibilities
- Works well for action and landscape shots
Cons
- Q&A questions remain unanswered
- Compatibility with older GoPro models uncertain
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Z 28mm | GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 28 mm | 1 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 28 mm | 1 mm |
| Elements | 6 | — |
| Groups | 6 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2★ | — |
| Coating | multilayer nanocoating | hydrophobic lens coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4.5 | f/0 |
| Min Aperture | f/4.5 | f/0 |
| Constant | ✓★ | — |
| Diaphragm Blades | 6★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | GoPro HERO Black Mount |
| Format | full-frame★ | — |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.06 kg★ | 0.10 kg |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | — |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm★ | — |
| Max Magnification | 1:10★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Z 28mm
- Strong build (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm
- Strong bokeh (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong aperture (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average macro (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Z 28mm offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 1 of 20 specs.
