Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm

Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm

Viltrox
88 Overall Score
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OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO

OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO

OM System
62 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm

82 out of 100 high confidence 51 reviews

The Viltrox lenses receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional value, sharp image quality, and solid build. Users praise the fast apertures and autofocus performance, though some note issues with chromatic aberration in high-contrast scenes and noisy autofocus on certain models. Overall, these lenses are seen as a budget-friendly alternative that punches above their price point.

Pros
  • Excellent value for money
  • Sharp image quality wide open
  • Solid metal construction
  • Fast and accurate autofocus
  • Pleasing bokeh
Cons
  • Chromatic aberration in high contrast
  • Noisy autofocus in video
  • Slow autofocus in low light
  • No weather sealing
  • Front-heavy on small bodies
👍 Value for money 18
👍 Image quality 20
👍 Build quality 12
🤔 Autofocus performance 15
👍 Bokeh 6
🤔 Low light performance 8

OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO

85 out of 100 medium confidence 29 reviews

The OM System 50-200mm f/2.8 lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and effective image stabilization, making it a favorite among wildlife and sports photographers. Users highlight its versatility with teleconverters and solid build quality, though some note it is bulky and expensive compared to alternatives like the 40-150mm f/2.8. Overall, it is considered a high-performance lens worth the investment for dedicated Micro Four Thirds shooters.

Pros
  • Exceptional sharpness
  • Fast autofocus
  • Effective image stabilization
  • Versatile with teleconverters
  • Solid build quality
Cons
  • Bulky compared to alternatives
  • Expensive
  • Short reach for small wildlife
  • Loss of light with teleconverter
  • Heavier than 40-150mm f/2.8
👍 Image quality 10
👍 Autofocus performance 5
👍 Image stabilization 5
👍 Build quality 6
🤔 Value for money 8
🤔 Size and weight 7

Scores

Street
Viltrox
96
OM System
52
Macro
Viltrox
95
OM System
59
Video Cinema
Viltrox
92
OM System
71
Portrait
Viltrox
90
OM System
47
Budget
Viltrox
85
OM System
67
Professional
Viltrox
85
OM System
66
Landscape
Viltrox
75
OM System
77
Wildlife Sports
Viltrox
70
OM System
67
Travel
Viltrox
70
OM System
64

Specifications

Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mmOM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO
Optics
Typewide-anglezoom
Focal Length Min9 mm50 mm
Focal Length Max9 mm200 mm
Elements1321
Groups1113
Aspherical Elements2★0
ED Elements34★
CoatingHD multilayer nano coatingZERO II Coating, Fluorine Coating
Aperture
Max Aperturef/2.8f/22
Min Aperturef/2.8f/2.8
Constant✓✓
Diaphragm Blades79★
Build
MountFujifilm XMicro Four Thirds
FormatAPS-C★micro-four-thirds
Weather Sealed✗✓★
Weight0.17 kg★1.07 kg
Filter Thread58 mm77 mm
AF & Stabilization
AF TypeSTM★Autofocus
Stabilization✓✓
Stabilization Stops—7 stops★
Focus
Min Focus Distance130 mm★780 mm
Max Magnification1:6.66★0.5x

Pros & Cons

Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm

  • Strong macro (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
  • Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
  • Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Below average versatility (34th percentile)

OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO

  • Strong stabilization (100th percentile)100th %ile
  • Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong versatility (88th percentile)88th %ile
  • Below average aperture (21st percentile)
  • Below average bokeh (24th percentile)

Pricing

Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm

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OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm f/2.8 IS PRO

Verdict

★ Winner: Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm

Scores 88 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.

Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm Better at:

MacroBudgetStreetTravelPortraitProfessionalVideo CinemaWildlife Sports