Nikon NIKKOR 70-300 mm f/4-5.6G 70-300mm
Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 27mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 70-300 mm f/4-5.6G 70-300mm
This Nikon 70-300mm lens is widely praised as an excellent value for the price, delivering sharp images and fast, quiet autofocus. Users highlight the effective vibration reduction and solid build quality, though some note chromatic aberration in bright sunlight and a slightly stiff zoom ring. It is recommended for beginners and enthusiasts on a budget, especially for wildlife, air shows, and general telephoto use.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Effective vibration reduction
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Chromatic aberration in bright sunlight
- Slightly stiff zoom ring
- Softness at 300mm
- Autofocus slow in low light
- Heavy and large for handheld use
Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 27mm
The Viltrox 27mm F/1.2 Pro lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and solid build quality with weather sealing. Users praise its low-light performance and color rendition, though some note the autofocus can lag slightly with moving subjects and the lens is quite heavy. Overall, it is considered a fantastic value that rivals more expensive options.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness even at f/1.2
- Beautiful bokeh and subject isolation
- Solid build with weather sealing
- Great low-light performance
- Superb color rendition and contrast
Cons
- Heavy and bulky design
- Autofocus lag with moving subjects
- Large size may feel unbalanced on small bodies
- Crop sensor lens only (not for full frame)
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 70-300 mm f/4-5.6G 70-300mm | Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 27mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 70 mm | 27 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 300 mm | 27 mm |
| Elements | — | 15 |
| Groups | — | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | 0 | 2★ |
| Coating | — | HD Nano multilayer coating with water-resistant and antifouling coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/1.2 |
| Min Aperture | 4-5.6 | f/1.2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.64 kg | 0.56 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Manual Focus Only | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 1.50 m | 280 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.26x★ | 0.15x |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 70-300 mm f/4-5.6G 70-300mm
- Strong versatility (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong social proof (72nd percentile)
- Strong aperture (66th percentile)
- Below average af (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average optical (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average macro (30th percentile)
Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 27mm
- Strong aperture (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 21 specs.
