Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm
Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 XF 56mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm
The Tamron 10-24mm lens receives mostly positive feedback for its ultra-wide field of view, sharpness, and value compared to Canon alternatives. Users praise its versatility for landscapes and portraits, though some note autofocus can be slow and noisy. A few negative reviews highlight reliability issues, including a lens that stopped working and warranty problems with third-party sellers. Overall, it is seen as a solid budget-friendly wide-angle option for amateur and semi-pro photographers.
Pros
- Ultra-wide field of view
- Good value for money
- Sharp images
- Solid build quality
- Versatile for landscapes and portraits
Cons
- Slow and noisy autofocus
- Variable aperture
- Reliability issues reported
- Warranty problems with third-party sellers
- Plastic construction
Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 XF 56mm
The Viltrox lenses reviewed here consistently impress users with their sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent value for money. Many reviewers highlight the lightweight and compact design, making them ideal for travel and events. Common criticisms include the lack of a click stop on the aperture ring and occasional autofocus issues in video mode, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight and compact design
- Smooth bokeh
Cons
- No click stop on aperture ring
- Autofocus issues in video mode
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Vignetting at wide apertures
- Color quantization in images
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm | Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 XF 56mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 10 mm | 56 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 24 mm | 56 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 10 |
| Groups | 9 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 6★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | LD Aspherical | HD Nano multilayer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/10 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-4.5 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.41 kg | 0.29 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Micro Motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 240 mm★ | 600 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.19x | 1:10★ |
Pros & Cons
Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (78th percentile)
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 XF 56mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - Tamron SP AF 10-24mm f / 3.5-4.5 Zoom 24mm wins 4 specs while Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 XF 56mm wins 5.
