FotoZ KZ-03
Desiontal 420-800mm
What Buyers Say
FotoZ KZ-03
This wide-angle conversion lens is well-received for its compatibility with Sony cameras like the ZV-E10 and ZV-1F, offering good image quality with minimal distortion. Most users find it a great value, though a few report packaging issues or slow macro focus. Overall, it delivers on its promise of expanding the wide-angle end without breaking the bank.
Pros
- Good image quality with minimal distortion
- Excellent compatibility with Sony cameras
- Great value for money
- Expands wide-angle effectively
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Slow macro focus
- Packaging issues (dirty, loose lens)
- Limited macro usability
Desiontal 420-800mm
This 420-800mm manual telephoto zoom lens receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its value for astrophotography and long-distance shots, noting good build quality and lightweight design. However, some report issues with color accuracy at long range, difficulty focusing, and one case of incompatibility. Overall, it is seen as a budget-friendly option for amateur photographers willing to work manually.
Pros
- Budget-friendly for astrophotography
- Lightweight and portable design
- Good build quality
- Versatile 420-800mm range
- Effective for moon and stars
Cons
- Color accuracy issues at long distances
- Difficult to focus manually
- Heavy for some users
- Incompatibility with some cameras
- Requires tripod and remote shutter
Scores
Specifications
| FotoZ KZ-03 | Desiontal 420-800mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 420 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 24 mm | 800 mm |
| Coating | nano-coatings | Ultra Multi Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | — | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | — | 8.3-16 |
| Constant | — | ✗ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | — | full-frame★ |
| Weight | 0.12 kg★ | 0.80 kg |
| Filter Thread | 41 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | — | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 16 mm★ | 800 mm |
| Max Magnification | 10X★ | — |
Pros & Cons
FotoZ KZ-03
- Strong macro (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong aperture (69th percentile)
Desiontal 420-800mm
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong versatility (70th percentile)
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average af (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average build (23rd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
Pricing
FotoZ KZ-03 offers 2.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 15 specs.
