Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES35100 35-100mm
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
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES35100 35-100mm
This lens is highly praised for its sharpness, compact size, and constant f/2.8 aperture, making it an excellent travel and run-and-gun lens for Micro Four Thirds shooters. Video users appreciate the micro-step aperture control and linear focus option on newer bodies, though some report micro-jitter at the long end. Overall, it is seen as a versatile workhorse that pairs well with Lumix and Olympus cameras.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight design
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
- Internal zoom and focus
- Weather-sealed construction
Cons
- Micro-jitter at long end in video
- O.I.S. not compatible with Olympus bodies
- Focus-by-wire may not suit all users
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm | Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES35100 35-100mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 25 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 25 mm | 100 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 18 |
| Groups | 10 | 13 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | HD Multilayer Nano Coating | Nano Surface Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | APS-C★ | micro-four-thirds |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.36 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 2.5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm★ | 850 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.11x | 1:10★ |
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)
Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit H-ES35100 35-100mm
- Strong optical (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong aperture (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong bokeh (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (80th percentile)80th %ile
Pricing
Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm offers 6.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
