Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 210mm
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.7 Air 56mm
What Buyers Say
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 210mm
The Canon RF-S 55-210mm lens is generally well-received, especially by beginners and travel photographers who value its lightweight design, sharp images, and fast autofocus. Many users praise its performance for outdoor sports and wildlife, though some note limitations in low light due to the slow aperture and occasional distortion. A few negative reviews mention autofocus issues and a restocking fee, but overall sentiment is positive.
Pros
- Lightweight and portable
- Sharp image quality
- Fast autofocus
- Good for outdoor sports
- Great value for price
Cons
- Slow aperture in low light
- Noticeable distortion
- Autofocus issues in some cases
- Restocking fee for returns
- No lens lock
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.7 Air 56mm
The Viltrox 56mm f/1.7 is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, lightweight design, and outstanding value for money. Users consistently highlight its impressive image quality, with sharp details and pleasing bokeh, often comparing it favorably to much more expensive lenses. While the autofocus is generally reliable for portraits and stills, some users note it can be noisy and not as fast as native Fuji lenses. A few isolated concerns about dust ingress and the plastic build have been mentioned, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Lightweight and compact design
- Excellent value for money
- Pleasing bokeh
- Good low-light performance
Cons
- Noisy autofocus (some users)
- Autofocus slower than native lenses
- Plastic build
- Dust ingress reported
- No physical aperture ring
Scores
Specifications
| Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 210mm | Viltrox AF 56mm F1.7 Air 56mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 55 mm | 56 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 210 mm | 56 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 11 |
| Groups | 8 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Spectra Coating | multi-layer coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/5 | f/1.7 |
| Min Aperture | 5-7.1 | f/1.7 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.27 kg | 0.19 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 730 mm | 56 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.28x★ | 0.11X |
Pros & Cons
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 210mm
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong versatility (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
- Below average macro (33rd percentile)
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.7 Air 56mm
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average social proof (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Canon RF-S 55-210mm f/5-7.1 IS STM 210mm
No current pricing available
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.7 Air 56mm
Verdict
Scores 80 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
