Nikon 20100

Nikon 20100

Nikon
70 Overall Score
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7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm

7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm

7Artisans
89 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

Nikon 20100

88 out of 100 high confidence 145 reviews

The NIKKOR Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S Macro Lens is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and versatility as both a macro and portrait lens. Users highlight its lightweight build, effective VR, and compatibility with Z-series cameras, though some note that autofocus can be slow, especially for macro work, and a few mention focus shifting issues or a plastic feel. Overall, it is considered a top-tier lens that delivers stunning image quality.

Pros
  • Exceptional sharpness
  • Beautiful bokeh
  • Versatile macro and portrait use
  • Lightweight build
  • Effective vibration reduction
Cons
  • Slow autofocus in macro mode
  • Autofocus hunting in some conditions
  • Plastic feel for some users
  • Focus shifting issues reported
  • Bulky with hood attached
👍 Image quality 45
🤔 Autofocus performance 25
👍 Build quality 20
👍 Versatility 30
👍 Value for money 15
👍 Weight and size 18

7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm

92 out of 100 medium confidence 21 reviews

The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance. Users appreciate its lightweight design compared to alternatives and find it a reliable professional tool for both photography and video. A few Q&A entries note that internal stabilizer movement when powered off is normal, not a defect.

Pros
  • Sharp image quality
  • Fast and snappy autofocus
  • Excellent low-light performance
  • Lightweight design
  • Great for video
Cons
  • Internal stabilizer movement when off
  • Not parfocal
  • Focus-by-wire system
  • Manufactured in Thailand (perceived quality concern)
👍 Image quality 5
👍 Autofocus performance 4
👍 Low light performance 2
🤔 Build quality 5
👍 Weight and portability 2
👍 Video suitability 2

Scores

Portrait
Nikon
38
7Artisans
88
Macro
Nikon
82
7Artisans
87
Street
Nikon
50
7Artisans
77
Budget
Nikon
61
7Artisans
74
Video Cinema
Nikon
68
7Artisans
74
Professional
Nikon
64
7Artisans
65
Landscape
Nikon
63
7Artisans
51
Wildlife Sports
Nikon
62
7Artisans
61
Travel
Nikon
54
7Artisans
50

Specifications

Nikon 201007Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm
Optics
Typemacroprime
Focal Length Min105 mm35 mm
Focal Length Max105 mm35 mm
Elements1611
Groups118
Aspherical Elements12★
ED Elements11
CoatingNano Crystal and ARNEO Coatings—
Aperture
Max Aperturef/32f/1.8
Min Aperturef/2.8f/1.8
Constant✓★✗
Diaphragm Blades911★
Build
MountNikon ZNikon Z
Formatfull-framefull-frame
Weather Sealed✓★✗
Weight0.63 kg0.43 kg★
Filter Thread62 mm62 mm
AF & Stabilization
AF TypeSTMSTM
Stabilization✓✓
Stabilization Stops4.5 stops★—
Focus
Min Focus Distance290 mm35 mm★
Max Magnification1:1★—

Pros & Cons

Nikon 20100

  • Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
  • Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
  • Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
  • Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
  • Below average bokeh (8th percentile)8th %ile
  • Below average versatility (34th percentile)

7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm

  • Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
  • Strong aperture (94th percentile)94th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Below average versatility (34th percentile)

Verdict

★ Winner: 7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm

Scores 89 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.

Nikon 20100 Better at:

TravelLandscape

7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm Better at:

MacroBudgetStreetPortraitVideo Cinema