Viltrox Air AF 50mm f/2 FE 50mm
Viltrox
63 Overall Score
vs
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Nikon
90 Overall Score
Scores
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Specifications
| Viltrox Air AF 50mm f/2 FE 50mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 50 mm | 16 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 9 |
| Groups | 11 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 4★ |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | water- and smudge-resistant coating | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/16 | 3.5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon Z |
| Format | Full-Frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.20 kg | 0.14 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 46 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Stepping Motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4.5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 510 mm | 200 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.14x | 0.2x★ |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox Air AF 50mm f/2 FE 50mm
- Strong bokeh (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong aperture (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong optical (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average macro (33rd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Pricing
Viltrox Air AF 50mm f/2 FE 50mm0.316score per dollar
vs
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR0.627score per dollar
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Scores 90 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
