TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 23mm
TTArtisan
51 Overall Score
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Viltrox 85mm F/1.8 F1.8 Mark II STM Full-Frame 85mm f1.8 ii for AF Auto Focus 85mm
Viltrox
95 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 23mm
72 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews
The TTArtisan AF 23mm F1.8 lens receives mostly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, solid metal build, and impressive low-light performance at a budget price. However, several users report inconsistent autofocus accuracy, especially with moving subjects, and one unit failed within two months. Overall, it is seen as a great value lens that punches above its weight class.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness for the price
- Solid metal construction
- Impressive low-light performance
- Great value for money
- USB-C port for firmware updates
Cons
- Inconsistent autofocus accuracy
- Autofocus sluggish with moving subjects
- Unit failed within 60 days
- Slightly muted colors
- Not on par with other TTArtisan releases
Sharpness 4
Build quality 3
Autofocus accuracy 5
Value for money 4
Low light performance 3
Reliability 1
Viltrox 85mm F/1.8 F1.8 Mark II STM Full-Frame 85mm f1.8 ii for AF Auto Focus 85mm
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Scores
Macro
Portrait
Professional
Video Cinema
Street
Budget
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Travel
Specifications
| TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 23mm | Viltrox 85mm F/1.8 F1.8 Mark II STM Full-Frame 85mm f1.8 ii for AF Auto Focus 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 23 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 23 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 15 |
| Groups | 9 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | — | Nano Coating and Resistance Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.21 kg★ | 0.34 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | STM |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm | 72 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:7.7★ |
Pros & Cons
TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 23mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong macro (71st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Viltrox 85mm F/1.8 F1.8 Mark II STM Full-Frame 85mm f1.8 ii for AF Auto Focus 85mm
- Strong bokeh (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 23mm0.235score per dollar
vs
Viltrox 85mm F/1.8 F1.8 Mark II STM Full-Frame 85mm f1.8 ii for AF Auto Focus 85mm0.357score per dollar
Viltrox 85mm F/1.8 F1.8 Mark II STM Full-Frame 85mm f1.8 ii for AF Auto Focus 85mm offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Viltrox 85mm F/1.8 F1.8 Mark II STM Full-Frame 85mm f1.8 ii for AF Auto Focus 85mm
Scores 95 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 21 specs.
