Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
Viltrox
87 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR 2166 200mm
Nikon
84 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
No customer feedback yet
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 200mm
82 out of 100 medium confidence 15 reviews
The Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6 VR refurbished lens is generally well-received, with many users praising its value, quiet autofocus, and effective vibration reduction. While some note it is not the sharpest lens and has minor build concerns, most find it a great budget-friendly option for casual use, especially for sports and concerts. A few users mention autofocus can be iffy at max zoom, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Quiet autofocus
- Effective vibration reduction
- Compact and lightweight
- Sharp image quality
Cons
- Not the sharpest lens
- Autofocus iffy at max zoom
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Missing inner seal on refurb
- Higher f-stop compromises low light
Value for money 8
Autofocus performance 5
Image quality 6
Build quality 4
Vibration reduction 3
Refurbished condition 5
Scores
Macro
Street
Portrait
Budget
Video Cinema
Professional
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Specifications
| Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm | Nikon NIKKOR 2166 200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 20 mm | 55 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 20 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 13 |
| Groups | 8 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | multi-layer nano-MC coating | Super Integrated Coating (SIC) |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | — | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weight | 0.16 kg★ | 0.34 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 20 mm★ | 200 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.17X | 1:3.5★ |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 200mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong versatility (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Pricing
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 200mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
Scores 87 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
