Viltrox AF 85mm F2.0 EVO 85mm
Zeiss Batis 000000-2136-691 18mm
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 85mm F2.0 EVO 85mm
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
Zeiss Batis 000000-2136-691 18mm
The Zeiss Batis series lenses receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional image quality, beautiful bokeh, and solid build. Users praise the sharpness, color rendering, and fast autofocus, though one reviewer noted a defective unit with packaging issues. Overall, these lenses are highly recommended for portrait and outdoor photography, despite being heavy and requiring distance for portraits.
Pros
- Exceptional image sharpness
- Beautiful creamy bokeh
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Solid weather-sealed build
- OLED focus distance display
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Requires distance for portraits
- Packaging issues reported
- Defective unit received by one user
- Focus ring could be more textured
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox AF 85mm F2.0 EVO 85mm | Zeiss Batis 000000-2136-691 18mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 18 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 11 |
| Groups | 8 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 7★ |
| Coating | Nano Coating and Resistance Coating | ZEISS T* coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/85 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 16★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.34 kg | 0.33 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM stepping motor | linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 740 mm | 250 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:7.7★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 85mm F2.0 EVO 85mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average aperture (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average bokeh (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Zeiss Batis 000000-2136-691 18mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong build (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox AF 85mm F2.0 EVO 85mm
Zeiss Batis 000000-2136-691 18mm
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 70 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
