Viltrox II EVO 35mm F1.8 II EVO 35mm
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
What Buyers Say
Viltrox II EVO 35mm F1.8 II EVO 35mm
The Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 AF lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and impressive image quality at a budget-friendly price. Many users compare it favorably to more expensive Nikkor lenses, noting its solid build and silent operation. A few minor cons include a heavy vignette, a poor lens hood design, and a slightly cheap-feeling build for some. Overall, it is highly recommended as a great value walk-around lens for Nikon Z and Sony E mount cameras.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Great value for the price
- Silent operation
- Solid all-metal construction
Cons
- Heavy vignetting
- Poor lens hood design
- Cheap-feeling build for some
- Bulky for an f/1.8 lens
- Focus-by-wire manual focus
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
The Tamron 28-300mm super-zoom wins praise for its lightweight design, versatile focal range, and solid image quality. Users appreciate the compact build and smooth zoom mechanism, but note the slow aperture and trade-offs in sharpness compared to more expensive zooms. Verified reviewers find it an ideal travel lens that pairs well with Sony bodies.
Pros
- Lightweight design
- Versatile 28-300mm focal range
- Smooth zoom ring operation
- Compact build for travel
- Good integration with Sony bodies
Cons
- Small maximum aperture (f/4-7.1)
- Reduced sharpness vs. premium zooms
- Not an internal zoom lens
- Slow autofocus at high fps on some bodies
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox II EVO 35mm F1.8 II EVO 35mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 20 |
| Groups | 10 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 2 |
| Coating | water and smudge-resistant coating | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | 4-7.1 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.35 kg★ | 0.59 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 340 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 1:2.8★ |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox II EVO 35mm F1.8 II EVO 35mm
- Strong bokeh (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong aperture (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average macro (35th percentile)
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.