Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm
Viltrox
93 Overall Score
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Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm
Tamron
93 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm
82 out of 100 high confidence 51 reviews
The Viltrox lenses receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional value, sharp image quality, and solid build. Users praise the fast apertures and autofocus performance, though some note issues with chromatic aberration in high-contrast scenes and noisy autofocus on certain models. Overall, these lenses are seen as a budget-friendly alternative that punches above their price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp image quality wide open
- Solid metal construction
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Pleasing bokeh
Cons
- Chromatic aberration in high contrast
- Noisy autofocus in video
- Slow autofocus in low light
- No weather sealing
- Front-heavy on small bodies
Value for money 18
Image quality 20
Build quality 12
Autofocus performance 15
Bokeh 6
Low light performance 8
Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Street
Video Cinema
Professional
Macro
Budget
Portrait
Landscape
Wildlife Sports
Travel
Specifications
| Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm | Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 9 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 9 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 17 |
| Groups | 11 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 3 | 3 |
| Coating | HD multilayer nano coating | drip-proof coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Canon EF |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.90 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Ultrasonic Silent Direct |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 130 mm★ | 381 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.66 | 1:5 |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm
- Strong macro (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
Verdict
Tie
Both products are closely matched - Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm wins 3 specs while Tamron SP A007E 24-70mm wins 5.