Sony G Master SEL300F28GM 300mm
Sony
60 Overall Score
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Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm
Viltrox
72 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony G Master SEL300F28GM 300mm
No customer feedback yet
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm
82 out of 100 high confidence 51 reviews
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
Value for money 18
Image quality 20
Build quality 12
Autofocus performance 15
Bokeh 6
Low light performance 8
Scores
Macro
Street
Video Cinema
Budget
Wildlife Sports
Professional
Travel
Landscape
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Specifications
| Sony G Master SEL300F28GM 300mm | Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 300 mm | 9 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 9 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 13 |
| Groups | 16 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 3 |
| Coating | Nano AR Coating II, Fluorine coating | HD multilayer nano coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 1.47 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | XD Linear Motors★ | STM |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 2.00 m | 130 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:6.66★ |
Pros & Cons
Sony G Master SEL300F28GM 300mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average build (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong macro (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sony G Master SEL300F28GM 300mm0.009score per dollar
vs
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm0.361score per dollar
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm offers 40.1x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm
Scores 72 overall, wins 6 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
