Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm

Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm

Viltrox
72 Overall Score
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Fujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR 50-150mm

Fujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR 50-150mm

Fujifilm
73 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 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

Fujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR 50-150mm

88 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews

The Fujinon XF 16-55mm f/2.8 lens is praised for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and weather sealing, making it a versatile workhorse for various photography needs. While many users appreciate its build quality and optical performance, the notable weight and lack of image stabilization are common drawbacks, especially for travel or handheld use. Overall, it is considered a fantastic all-around lens despite these trade-offs.

Pros
  • Sharp image quality
  • Fast and silent autofocus
  • Weather-sealed construction
  • Excellent image stabilization
  • Versatile zoom range
Cons
  • Heavy weight
  • No image stabilization
  • High price
  • No lens hood included
  • Incorrect filter size image in product listing
👍 Image quality 6
👍 Autofocus performance 5
👍 Build quality 5
🤔 Image stabilization 3
👎 Weight 4
🤔 Value for money 4

Scores

Wildlife Sports
Viltrox
55
Fujifilm
81
Video Cinema
Viltrox
73
Fujifilm
81
Macro
Viltrox
81
Fujifilm
59
Landscape
Viltrox
64
Fujifilm
81
Budget
Viltrox
69
Fujifilm
75
Professional
Viltrox
66
Fujifilm
75
Street
Viltrox
74
Fujifilm
61
Travel
Viltrox
66
Fujifilm
67
Portrait
Viltrox
63
Fujifilm
51

Specifications

Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mmFujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR 50-150mm
Optics
Typeprimezoom
Focal Length Min9 mm50 mm
Focal Length Max9 mm140 mm
Elements1323
Groups1116
Aspherical Elements2★—
ED Elements36★
CoatingHD multilayer nano coatingNano-GI (Gradient Index) coating
Aperture
Max Aperturef/16f/22
Min Aperturef/2.8f/2.8
Constant✓✓
Diaphragm Blades77
Build
MountSony EFujifilm X
FormatAPS-CAPS-C
Weather Sealed✗✓★
Weight0.17 kg★0.99 kg
Filter Thread58 mm72 mm
AF & Stabilization
AF TypeSTMTriple Linear Motor★
Stabilization✗✓★
Stabilization Stops—5 stops★
Focus
Min Focus Distance130 mm★1.00 m
Max Magnification1:6.66★0.12x

Pros & Cons

Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm

  • Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Strong macro (89th percentile)89th %ile
  • Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
  • Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
  • Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
  • Below average versatility (34th percentile)

Fujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR 50-150mm

  • Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
  • Below average aperture (21st percentile)
  • Below average macro (27th percentile)

Verdict

═ Tie

Both products are closely matched - Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm wins 4 specs while Fujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR 50-150mm wins 5.

Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm Better at:

MacroStreetPortrait

Fujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR 50-150mm Better at:

BudgetLandscapeProfessionalVideo CinemaWildlife Sports