Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Elmarit H-ES200 200mm
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm
The Viltrox lenses receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional value, sharp image quality, and solid build. Users praise the fast apertures and autofocus performance, though some note issues with chromatic aberration in high-contrast scenes and noisy autofocus on certain models. Overall, these lenses are seen as a budget-friendly alternative that punches above their price point.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp image quality wide open
- Solid metal construction
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Pleasing bokeh
Cons
- Chromatic aberration in high contrast
- Noisy autofocus in video
- Slow autofocus in low light
- No weather sealing
- Front-heavy on small bodies
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Elmarit H-ES200 200mm
The product received mixed feedback, with a negative review indicating it underperformed compared to the Olympus 100-400 zoom even with a converter. Q&A responses clarify compatibility issues with Leica M bodies and limitations of O.I.S., while noting that teleconverters generally do not affect minimum focus distance or infinity focus.
Pros
- Teleconverter included
- Tripod mount included
- Lens hood included
- Compatible with Panasonic teleconverters
Cons
- Poor performance compared to Olympus 100-400
- No aperture ring
- Compatibility issues with Leica M bodies
- Stabilization not a tripod replacement
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm | Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Elmarit H-ES200 200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 9 mm | 200 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 9 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 15 |
| Groups | 11 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | HD multilayer nano coating | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.99 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Triple sistema de motor lineal |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 130 mm★ | 1.15 m |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.66★ | 0.2x |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm
- Strong macro (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Elmarit H-ES200 200mm
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong optical (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average social proof (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average macro (28th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm offers 26.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
