Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
Viltrox
87 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Nikon
69 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
92 out of 100 high confidence 37 reviews
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
Image quality 12
Build quality 8
Versatility 7
Low light performance 5
Weight and size 6
Value for money 4
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Specifications
| Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 20 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 20 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 15 |
| Groups | 8 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | multi-layer nano-MC coating | Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | — | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.16 kg★ | 0.90 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 20 mm★ | 380 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.17X | 1:3.7★ |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
- Strong macro (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong versatility (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (24th percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
No current pricing available
Verdict
Winner: Viltrox Air 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
Scores 87 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
