Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
The Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, fast and accurate autofocus, and effective vibration reduction. Users praise its image quality, color rendition, and build, noting it performs well on both DSLR and mirrorless bodies. A few mention the weight and price as considerations, but most consider it worth the investment.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Effective vibration reduction
- Excellent image quality and color
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Heavy weight
- High price
- Zoom ring position takes adjustment
- No QD port on tripod foot
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm
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
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S | Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 70 mm | 9 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 9 mm |
| Elements | 22 | 13 |
| Groups | 18 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 6★ | 3 |
| Coating | Nano Crystal Coat | HD multilayer nano coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 1.43 kg | 0.17 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Silent Wave Motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 1.10 m | 130 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.21x | 1:6.66★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S
- Strong optical (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong versatility (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average build (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
- Below average macro (29th 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 (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm offers 8.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 72 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
