Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
Meike 35mm f/1.4 35mm
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
The Viltrox AF 85mm f/2 EVO is widely praised for its excellent sharpness, fast autofocus, and compact build, all at an unbeatable price. Many users consider it a bargain that punches above its weight, with some even replacing more expensive name-brand lenses. A few minor reliability hiccups with certain camera bodies were noted, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Compact and lightweight design
- Great value for money
- Pleasing bokeh
Cons
- Minor reliability issues with some cameras
- Tight lens hood may interfere with filters
- Not 100% reliable on Nikon Zf
Meike 35mm f/1.4 35mm
This manual lens is a fantastic budget option for Fuji X and Canon M mount users, praised for its solid metal build and sharpness at a very low price. Reviewers love the fun shooting experience and bokeh, though some note the optics are not top-tier and require practice. It's widely recommended as a great starter lens for hobbyists.
Pros
- Solid metal build quality
- Very affordable price
- Sharp images wide open
- Fun shooting experience
- Good bokeh
Cons
- Manual focus only
- Optics not top-tier
- Requires practice to use
- Not compatible with many Canon DSLRs
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm | Meike 35mm f/1.4 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 8 |
| Groups | 8 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2★ | — |
| Coating | Nano Coating and Resistance Coating | Multi-Layer Nano Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.34 kg | 0.22 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 49 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 740 mm | 400 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:7.7★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Meike 35mm f/1.4 35mm
- Strong build (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average bokeh (31st percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 70 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 21 specs.