Viltrox AF 24/1.8 Z 24mm
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 24/1.8 Z 24mm
The Viltrox 24mm f/1.8 lens is praised for its excellent value, offering good low-light performance and sharpness at a fraction of the cost of name-brand alternatives. Users appreciate its compact size and bright aperture, though some note slower autofocus, corner softness, and chromatic aberration. Overall, it is seen as a solid budget-friendly option for casual and event photography.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Good low-light performance
- Compact and lightweight
- Bright f/1.8 aperture
- Sharp center image
Cons
- Slow autofocus in some situations
- Corner softness and coma
- Purple fringing/chromatic aberration
- Cheap-feeling lens cap and hood
- Vignetting
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 AF 24/1.8 Z 24mm | Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 28 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 24 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 20 |
| Groups | 9 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | HD Nano multi-layer coating | fluorine coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | 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 | 0.37 kg★ | 0.59 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM+Lead Screw Stepper Motor | VXD linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:10 | 1:3.8 |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 24/1.8 Z 24mm
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong optical (79th percentile)
- Strong macro (71st percentile)
- Strong build (68th percentile)
- Below average social proof (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
Viltrox AF 24/1.8 Z 24mm
No current pricing available
Tamron Di III VC 28-300mm f/4-7.1 Di III VC VXD
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
