Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm f/1.4 35mm
What Buyers Say
Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm
The Viltrox 23mm f/1.4 lens for Fuji X mount is widely praised for its sharpness, fast and quiet autofocus, and excellent build quality relative to its budget price. Users note it resolves 40MP sensors well and produces beautiful bokeh, though some wish it had an aperture ring with click stops and mention it is heavier than comparable lenses. A few isolated issues include receiving the wrong hood and one copy lacking sharpness compared to the Viltrox 35mm Air lens.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Great build quality for the price
- Beautiful bokeh
- Resolves 40MP sensors well
Cons
- No aperture ring with click stops
- Heavier than comparable lenses
- Sharpness drops in corners
- Some copies less sharp than Viltrox 35mm Air
- Wrong hood received in one case
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm f/1.4 35mm
The TTArtisan 35mm f/1.4 lens is widely praised for its excellent value, solid all-metal build, and unique character in image quality. Users love the compact size, fast aperture, and the fun of manual focus, though some note the lens cap is fiddly and the focus ring can be stiff. The tilt version adds creative versatility, making it a favorite for budget-conscious photographers seeking a retro feel.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Solid all-metal build quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Fast f/1.4 aperture
- Unique retro image character
Cons
- Fiddly screw-on lens cap
- Stiff focus ring on some units
- No electronic contacts
- Noticeable vignetting
- Susceptible to flare and haze
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm | TTArtisan APS-C 35mm f/1.4 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 25 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 25 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 7 |
| Groups | 10 | 6 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | HD Multilayer Nano Coating | multi-layer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.7 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 10★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.18 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm★ | 350 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.11x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm
- Strong build (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (74th percentile)
- Below average macro (33rd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm f/1.4 35mm
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong macro (66th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm f/1.4 35mm offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 64 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
