Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 50mm
What Buyers Say
Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm
The Viltrox 23mm f/1.4 lens for Fuji X mount is widely praised for its sharpness, fast and quiet autofocus, and excellent build quality relative to its budget price. Users note it resolves 40MP sensors well and produces beautiful bokeh, though some wish it had an aperture ring with click stops and mention it is heavier than comparable lenses. A few isolated issues include receiving the wrong hood and one copy lacking sharpness compared to the Viltrox 35mm Air lens.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Great build quality for the price
- Beautiful bokeh
- Resolves 40MP sensors well
Cons
- No aperture ring with click stops
- Heavier than comparable lenses
- Sharpness drops in corners
- Some copies less sharp than Viltrox 35mm Air
- Wrong hood received in one case
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 50mm
The Nikon Z 50mm f/1.4 lens is widely praised for its sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and lightweight design, making it a favorite for portraits and street photography. Users appreciate its fast autofocus and value for money compared to the f/1.2 version, though some note minor issues like soft corners at f/1.4, vignetting, and slight focusing noise during video. Overall, it's considered a versatile and high-quality prime lens that delivers excellent image quality.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Beautiful bokeh
- Lightweight and compact
- Fast autofocus
- Great value for money
Cons
- Soft corners at f/1.4
- Vignetting wide open
- Slight focusing noise in video
- Plasticky build feel
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 50mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 25 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 25 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 8 |
| Groups | 10 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | HD Multilayer Nano Coating | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.7 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.28 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | STM |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm★ | 450 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.11x | 1:6.67★ |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm
- Strong build (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (74th percentile)
- Below average macro (33rd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 50mm
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm wins 3 specs while Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.4 50mm wins 4.