Viltrox II EVO 35mm F1.8 II EVO 35mm
Viltrox
77 Overall Score
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Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
Sigma
67 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Viltrox II EVO 35mm F1.8 II EVO 35mm
82 out of 100 medium confidence 20 reviews
The Viltrox 35mm f/1.8 AF lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and impressive image quality at a budget-friendly price. Many users compare it favorably to more expensive Nikkor lenses, noting its solid build and silent operation. A few minor cons include a heavy vignette, a poor lens hood design, and a slightly cheap-feeling build for some. Overall, it is highly recommended as a great value walk-around lens for Nikon Z and Sony E mount cameras.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Great value for the price
- Silent operation
- Solid all-metal construction
Cons
- Heavy vignetting
- Poor lens hood design
- Cheap-feeling build for some
- Bulky for an f/1.8 lens
- Focus-by-wire manual focus
Image quality 12
Autofocus performance 6
Value for money 8
Build quality 6
Vignetting 2
Lens hood design 2
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
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Specifications
| Viltrox II EVO 35mm F1.8 II EVO 35mm | Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 20 |
| Groups | 10 | 14 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 5★ |
| Coating | water and smudge-resistant coating | water and oil repellent coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 | 22-45★ |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | 3.5-6.7 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Fujifilm X |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.35 kg★ | 0.61 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | HLA |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 6 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 340 mm | 300 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 1:2★ |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox II EVO 35mm F1.8 II EVO 35mm
- Strong bokeh (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong aperture (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average macro (35th percentile)
Sigma Contemporary 16-300mm f/3.5-6.7 DC OS
- Strong versatility (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong optical (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong macro (70th percentile)
- Below average social proof (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Viltrox II EVO 35mm F1.8 II EVO 35mm
Scores 77 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.