Viltrox TCL-X100VI 50mm
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
What Buyers Say
Viltrox TCL-X100VI 50mm
The Viltrox 50mm f/2 Air is widely praised as a sharp, lightweight, and affordable alternative to pricier Sony and Nikon lenses. Users consistently highlight its excellent image quality, silent autofocus, and solid build for the price. A few note slower autofocus in low light and some illumination fall-off, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Lightweight and compact
- Silent autofocus
- Great value for money
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Slower autofocus in low light
- Illumination fall-off at edges
- No weather sealing
- No manual aperture ring
- Slightly slower focus than Sony lenses
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional sharpness, blazing-fast autofocus, and noticeably lighter weight compared to its predecessor. Users highlight its superb build quality, smooth bokeh, and versatility for sports, portraits, and low-light photography. A few complaints mention high cost, occasional autofocus issues, and a heavy tripod collar, but the vast majority consider it a top-tier professional lens worth the investment.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Blazing-fast autofocus
- Lighter than previous version
- Superb build quality
- Beautiful bokeh
Cons
- High price
- Heavy tripod collar
- Occasional autofocus issues
- Bulky for some users
- Focus ring noise
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox TCL-X100VI 50mm | Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 50 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 5 | 23 |
| Groups | 4 | 18 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 3 | 6★ |
| Coating | multi-layer nano coatings | Nano AR Coating II |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 1.48 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Dual Linear & Super Sonic Wave AF Motors |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 50 mm★ | 960 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.11x | 0.25x★ |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox TCL-X100VI 50mm
- Strong build (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
- Strong optical (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average build (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average macro (29th percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox TCL-X100VI 50mm
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 73 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.
