Retropia M43 Mount Compatible 32mm
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm
What Buyers Say
Retropia M43 Mount Compatible 32mm
This lens is a fun, low-cost toy for creating vintage-looking photos, but it has serious quality and compatibility issues. Many users praise its unique color effects and lightweight build, but a significant number report it simply doesn't work or fails to meet advertised expectations. The lack of autofocus, problematic purple vignetting, and missing parts for the Oreo-style design are common complaints. It's best suited for casual experimentation with realistic expectations.
Pros
- Unique vintage color effects
- Lightweight and portable
- Fun for casual photography
- Low price point
- Good build quality for toy lens
Cons
- Incompatibility with some camera modes
- Purple vignetting can be overwhelming
- Missing advertised parts (Oreo design)
- No autofocus or manual focus
- Some units non-functional (completely opaque)
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm
The Nikon 55-200mm f/4-5.6 VR refurbished lens is generally well-received, with many users praising its value, quiet autofocus, and effective vibration reduction. While some note it is not the sharpest lens and has minor build concerns, most find it a great budget-friendly option for casual use, especially for sports and concerts. A few users mention autofocus can be iffy at max zoom, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Great value for money
- Quiet autofocus
- Effective vibration reduction
- Compact and lightweight
- Sharp image quality
Cons
- Not the sharpest lens
- Autofocus iffy at max zoom
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Missing inner seal on refurb
- Higher f-stop compromises low light
Scores
Specifications
| Retropia M43 Mount Compatible 32mm | Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 32 mm | 55 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 32 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | — | 13 |
| Groups | — | 9 |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Coating | — | Super Integrated Coating (SIC) |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/11 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/11 | 4-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Canon RF | Nikon F |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.34 kg |
| Filter Thread | — | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 4 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 1.50 m | 200 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:3.5★ |
Pros & Cons
Retropia M43 Mount Compatible 32mm
- Strong build (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average optical (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 2166 55-200mm
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong versatility (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Pricing
Retropia M43 Mount Compatible 32mm offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 20 specs.
