Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 XF 35mm
Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm
What Buyers Say
Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 XF 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
Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm
The Sigma 105mm f/2.8 Macro Art lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and versatile macro-to-portrait performance. Many users highlight its solid build and value, though some note slow autofocus, noisy HSM motor, and occasional focusing issues in macro or low-contrast situations. A few mention compatibility quirks with IBIS and a warm color tone, but overall sentiment is strongly positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful bokeh
- Versatile macro and portrait
- Solid build quality
- Good value for money
Cons
- Slow autofocus in macro
- Noisy HSM motor
- Focus hunting in low contrast
- IBIS compatibility issues
- Warm color tone
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 XF 35mm | Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | macro |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 105 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 105 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 17 |
| Groups | 9 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | high-definition multi-layer coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Canon EF |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.18 kg★ | 0.71 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM (Stepping Motor)★ | HSM |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 35 mm★ | 305 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:7.7 | 1:1 |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 XF 35mm
- Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Sigma Art 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro 105mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong optical (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 22 specs.