Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
Viltrox
70 Overall Score
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Meike 85mm f1.8 Large Aperture Full Frame Auto Focus Telephoto 85mm
Meike
88 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
92 out of 100 medium confidence 23 reviews
The Viltrox AF 85mm f/2 EVO is widely praised for its excellent sharpness, fast autofocus, and compact build, all at an unbeatable price. Many users consider it a bargain that punches above its weight, with some even replacing more expensive name-brand lenses. A few minor reliability hiccups with certain camera bodies were noted, but overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Compact and lightweight design
- Great value for money
- Pleasing bokeh
Cons
- Minor reliability issues with some cameras
- Tight lens hood may interfere with filters
- Not 100% reliable on Nikon Zf
Sharpness 10
Value for money 12
Autofocus performance 6
Build quality 7
Size and weight 8
Bokeh 3
Meike 85mm f1.8 Large Aperture Full Frame Auto Focus Telephoto 85mm
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Specifications
| Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm | Meike 85mm f1.8 Large Aperture Full Frame Auto Focus Telephoto 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 11 |
| Groups | 8 | 6 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | Nano Coating and Resistance Coating | Multi-Layer Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon EF |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.34 kg★ | 0.37 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | STM |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 740 mm | 67 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:7.7 | 1:7.7 |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 85/2.0 Z 85mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Meike 85mm f1.8 Large Aperture Full Frame Auto Focus Telephoto 85mm
- Strong bokeh (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong aperture (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
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Verdict
Winner: Meike 85mm f1.8 Large Aperture Full Frame Auto Focus Telephoto 85mm
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 21 specs.
