Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
Zeiss Milvus 000000-1365-659 35mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Zeiss Milvus 000000-1365-659 35mm
The Zeiss 35mm f/2 lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, contrast, and build quality. Users praise its solid metal construction, smooth focus, and minimal distortion, making it a favorite for both film and digital cameras. The only consistent complaint is the poorly designed lens cap, which many find frustrating. Overall, it is considered a superb value compared to Leica alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Excellent contrast and color
- Solid metal build quality
- Smooth focus ring with tab
- Minimal distortion
Cons
- Poorly designed lens cap
- Barrel extends slightly
- Short focus throw for video
- 43mm filter size unusual
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | Zeiss Milvus 000000-1365-659 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 9 |
| Groups | 5 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | T* |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 10★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 0.65 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | pulse stepping motor★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 55 mm★ | 300 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:5.26★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Zeiss Milvus 000000-1365-659 35mm
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong macro (69th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average social proof (25th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm offers 21.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
