Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 27mm
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
What Buyers Say
Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 27mm
The Viltrox 27mm F/1.2 Pro lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and solid build quality with weather sealing. Users praise its low-light performance and color rendition, though some note the autofocus can lag slightly with moving subjects and the lens is quite heavy. Overall, it is considered a fantastic value that rivals more expensive options.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness even at f/1.2
- Beautiful bokeh and subject isolation
- Solid build with weather sealing
- Great low-light performance
- Superb color rendition and contrast
Cons
- Heavy and bulky design
- Autofocus lag with moving subjects
- Large size may feel unbalanced on small bodies
- Crop sensor lens only (not for full frame)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, versatile zoom range, and effective vibration reduction. Users highlight its superb build quality and excellent performance in low light, making it a favorite for portraits, landscapes, and general photography. While some note its significant weight and size, and a few mention tight filter threads or high price, the overwhelming sentiment is that it delivers outstanding image quality and is a worthwhile investment for serious photographers.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and detail
- Versatile 24-70mm zoom range
- Effective vibration reduction (VR)
- Excellent low-light performance
- Superb build quality
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- High price point
- Tight filter threads
- No tripod collar included
- Not compatible with older DSLRs
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 27mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 27 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 27 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 15 |
| Groups | 11 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | HD Nano multilayer coating with water-resistant and antifouling coating | Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.2 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.2 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon F |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.56 kg★ | 1.07 kg |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm★ | 380 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.15x | 1:3.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 27mm
- Strong aperture (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong versatility (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average bokeh (23rd percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 27mm offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
