Tamron Di III 16-30mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron Di III 16-30mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
The Tamron 16-30mm f/2.8 G2 lens is highly praised for astrophotography and landscape work, with users noting excellent sharpness, fast autofocus, and solid build quality. The infinity lock and programmable function button are standout features, though some users mention a rendering change at 30mm and the need for firmware updates on Nikon Z cameras. Overall, it is seen as a great value alternative to native lenses, especially for its lightweight design and consistent f/2.8 aperture.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight and compact design
- Solid build quality
- Infinity lock for astrophotography
Cons
- Rendering change at 30mm f/2.8
- Requires firmware update for Nikon Z cameras
- Limited documentation included
- Distortion at 16mm for people photos
Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 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
| Tamron Di III 16-30mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2 | Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 30 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 11 |
| Groups | 12 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | fluorine-coated front element | nano multi-layer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.7 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Fujifilm X |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.44 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 190 mm★ | 330 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:5.4 | 1:7.7 |
Pros & Cons
Tamron Di III 16-30mm F2.8 Di III VXD G2
- Strong optical (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong aperture (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average social proof (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm
- Strong build (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (67th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 77 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.