Canon EOS EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II
Canon
52 Overall Score
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Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm
Viltrox
93 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Canon EOS EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II
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Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 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
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Specifications
| Canon EOS EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II | Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 9 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 9 mm |
| Elements | — | 13 |
| Groups | — | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | — | 3★ |
| Coating | — | HD multilayer nano coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/3.5 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon EF-S | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | — | 0.17 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | STM |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm | 130 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:6.66★ |
Pros & Cons
Canon EOS EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average bokeh (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average optical (19th percentile)19th %ile
Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm
- Strong macro (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Canon EOS EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II0.396score per dollar
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Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm0.467score per dollar
Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Viltrox AF 9mm F2.8 XF 9mm
Scores 93 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
