Viltrox EVO AF 26mm F2.8 EVO 26mm
Viltrox
68 Overall Score
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7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm
7Artisans
89 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Viltrox EVO AF 26mm F2.8 EVO 26mm
No customer feedback yet
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
Macro
Travel
Street
Budget
Video Cinema
Professional
Wildlife Sports
Landscape
Specifications
| Viltrox EVO AF 26mm F2.8 EVO 26mm | 7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 26 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 26 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 8 | 11 |
| Groups | 6 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | water-repellent front coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/1.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.13 kg★ | 0.43 kg |
| Filter Thread | 43 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | STM |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm | 35 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox EVO AF 26mm F2.8 EVO 26mm
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average bokeh (31st percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm
- Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong aperture (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox EVO AF 26mm F2.8 EVO 26mm0.213score per dollar
vs
7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm0.267score per dollar
7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: 7Artisans AutoFocus 35mm F1.8 Full Frame 35mm
Scores 89 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 21 specs.
