Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm
Viltrox
72 Overall Score
vs
Fujifilm XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR 140mm
Fujifilm
63 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 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
Fujifilm XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR 140mm
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Scores
Macro
Landscape
Professional
Street
Wildlife Sports
Video Cinema
Budget
Travel
Portrait
Specifications
| Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm | Fujifilm XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR 140mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 9 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 9 mm | 140 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 23 |
| Groups | 11 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 3 | 6★ |
| Coating | HD multilayer nano coating | Nano-GI and HT-EBC |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | — |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | Triple linear motors★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 130 mm★ | 140 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)
Fujifilm XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR 140mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong macro (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm0.361score per dollar
vs
Fujifilm XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR 140mm0.033score per dollar
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm offers 10.9x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 E 9mm
Scores 72 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 22 specs.
