Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF 75mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
This Nikon 18-55mm lens is widely praised for its sharpness, light weight, and excellent value for money, especially as a kit lens. Users highlight its vivid colors and quiet autofocus, though some note the plastic build feels fragile and the barrel can wobble at extended focal lengths. Overall, it's considered a fantastic starter lens that outperforms its modest price point.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and portable
- Excellent value for money
- Vivid color reproduction
- Quiet autofocus
Cons
- Plastic build feels fragile
- Barrel wobbles at extended focal lengths
- No image stabilization
- Loose tolerances can affect focus
Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF 75mm
The Viltrox 20mm f/2.8 lens is widely praised for its exceptional value, sharp optics, and lightweight build, making it a favorite for landscape, video, and everyday photography. However, many users report inconsistent autofocus performance, with some experiencing hunting or inaccuracy even after firmware updates. The lens hood is noted as a minor weak point, and the lack of an AF/MF switch on the lens body can be confusing. Overall, it delivers impressive image quality for its price, but autofocus reliability remains a key concern.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Sharp image quality
- Lightweight and compact
- Solid metal build
- Good color and contrast
Cons
- Inconsistent autofocus performance
- Autofocus hunting in AF-C mode
- Lens hood does not lock tightly
- No AF/MF switch on lens body
- Focus ring has no hard stop in manual mode
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm | Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF 75mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 75 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 55 mm | 75 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 16 |
| Groups | 5 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | HD Nano Multi-layer Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-5.6 | f/1.2 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg★ | 0.67 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | pulse stepping motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 55 mm★ | 880 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:10★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong stabilization (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 AF 75mm
- Strong optical (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR 20059 18-55mm offers 2.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 96 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
