Yongnuo YN25mm F1.7M 25mm
Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm
What Buyers Say
Yongnuo YN25mm F1.7M 25mm
This 25mm f/1.7 lens for Micro Four Thirds is praised for its fast autofocus, great color, and excellent value for the price. However, several users report issues with underexposure on successive shots, autofocus glitches, and a loose connection that can cause the lens to disconnect from the camera body. While many find it perfect for webcam use or casual photography, those seeking professional reliability may want to consider higher-priced alternatives.
Pros
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Great color reproduction
- Excellent value for money
- Lightweight and compact design
- Metal mount for durability
Cons
- Underexposure on successive shots
- Autofocus glitches reported
- Loose connection causing disconnection
- Slippery focus ring
- Not suitable for professional use
Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm
The Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 lens is widely loved for its sharp image quality, fast aperture, and surprisingly low price. Users praise its lightweight design, compact size, and quick autofocus, making it an excellent everyday walk-around lens. Some note autofocus can be noisier or slower than premium lenses, and a few report chromatic aberration in high-contrast scenes. A handful of complaints involve inconsistent packaging or compatibility misunderstandings, but the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Sharp image quality wide open
- Fast f/1.7 aperture for low light
- Lightweight and compact design
- Great value for the price
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Autofocus noise in quiet environments
- Chromatic aberration in high contrast
- No weather sealing
- Slow autofocus in low light
- Missing aperture ring
Scores
Specifications
| Yongnuo YN25mm F1.7M 25mm | Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 25 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 25 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 11 |
| Groups | 6 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 1 |
| Coating | multi-layer coating | nano multi-layer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.7 | f/1.7 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Fujifilm X |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.15 kg★ | 0.17 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | STM |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 330 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 1:7.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Yongnuo YN25mm F1.7M 25mm
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm
- Strong build (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (67th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 69 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 21 specs.