Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
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
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
The Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR lens is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, versatile zoom range, and effective vibration reduction. Users highlight its superb build quality and excellent performance in low light, making it a favorite for portraits, landscapes, and general photography. While some note its significant weight and size, and a few mention tight filter threads or high price, the overwhelming sentiment is that it delivers outstanding image quality and is a worthwhile investment for serious photographers.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and detail
- Versatile 24-70mm zoom range
- Effective vibration reduction (VR)
- Excellent low-light performance
- Superb build quality
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- High price point
- Tight filter threads
- No tripod collar included
- Not compatible with older DSLRs
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 25 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 25 mm | 70 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 15 |
| Groups | 10 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | HD Multilayer Nano Coating | Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.90 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm★ | 380 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.11x | 1:3.7★ |
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)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong versatility (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (24th percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox Air AF 25mm f/1.7 Air E 25mm offers 4.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 69 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 22 specs.
