Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm
Desiontal 420-800mm
What Buyers Say
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
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
| Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm | Desiontal 420-800mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 9 mm | 420 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 9 mm | 800 mm |
| Elements | 13 | — |
| Groups | 11 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 3★ | — |
| Coating | HD multilayer nano coating | Ultra Multi Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | 8.3-16 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.80 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 130 mm★ | 800 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.66★ | — |
Pros & Cons
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 (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average bokeh (30th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th 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
Desiontal 420-800mm offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 72 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 21 specs.
