7Artisans LITE Series AF35mm F1.8 35mm
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR AFSVR24-120G 24-120mm
What Buyers Say
7Artisans LITE Series AF35mm F1.8 35mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance. Users appreciate its lightweight design compared to alternatives and find it a reliable professional tool for both photography and video. A few Q&A entries note that internal stabilizer movement when powered off is normal, not a defect.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Lightweight design
- Great for video
Cons
- Internal stabilizer movement when off
- Not parfocal
- Focus-by-wire system
- Manufactured in Thailand (perceived quality concern)
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR AFSVR24-120G 24-120mm
The Nikon 24-120mm VR lens receives mixed feedback. Some users find it surprisingly sharp and versatile for landscapes and portraits, while others report severe softness on one side, distortion, and vignetting. Verified reviews highlight issues like missing hoods and caps, slow autofocus, and inconsistent quality, making it a risky purchase even at a lower price.
Pros
- Surprisingly sharp for the price
- Versatile focal range for landscapes and portraits
- Good condition of used lens body
- Decent image quality for casual use
- Close focusing ability
Cons
- Severe softness on one side
- Distortion at borders
- Vignetting at long end
- Slow autofocus
- Missing hood and caps in used purchases
Scores
Specifications
| 7Artisans LITE Series AF35mm F1.8 35mm | Nikon AF-S NIKKOR AFSVR24-120G 24-120mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | standard | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 120 mm |
| Elements | 11 | — |
| Groups | 8 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| Coating | — | Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | f/4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | F-Mount |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.18 kg★ | 0.57 kg |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 35 mm★ | 279 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.39x★ |
Pros & Cons
7Artisans LITE Series AF35mm F1.8 35mm
- Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average social proof (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR AFSVR24-120G 24-120mm
- Strong versatility (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong optical (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.