Viltrox AF 27/1.2 XF 27mm
Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 27/1.2 XF 27mm
The Viltrox 27mm F/1.2 Pro lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful bokeh, and solid build quality with weather sealing. Users praise its low-light performance and color rendition, though some note the autofocus can lag slightly with moving subjects and the lens is quite heavy. Overall, it is considered a fantastic value that rivals more expensive options.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness even at f/1.2
- Beautiful bokeh and subject isolation
- Solid build with weather sealing
- Great low-light performance
- Superb color rendition and contrast
Cons
- Heavy and bulky design
- Autofocus lag with moving subjects
- Large size may feel unbalanced on small bodies
- Crop sensor lens only (not for full frame)
Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD
This Tamron 70-300mm lens is widely praised for its excellent value, delivering solid telephoto and macro performance at a budget-friendly price. Many users highlight sharp images at mid-range and macro distances, though some note softness at the long end and noticeable chromatic aberration in high-contrast scenes. Build quality feels good for the price, with a smooth zoom action and metal mount, but a few reviewers experienced focus inconsistency and a slight catch in the zoom ring. Overall, it's a highly recommended budget telephoto for those who can work around its limitations.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Good macro performance (1:2)
- Solid build quality for price
- Sharp images at mid-range and macro
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Soft focus at 300mm end
- Noticeable chromatic aberration
- Zoom ring catch around 180-200mm
- Inconsistent autofocus on some bodies
- Not as sharp as premium lenses
Scores
Specifications
| Viltrox AF 27/1.2 XF 27mm | Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | standard | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 27 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 27 mm | 300 mm |
| Elements | 15 | 15 |
| Groups | 11 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | HD Nano multilayer coating with water-resistant and antifouling coating | BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.2 | 4.5-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.56 kg | 0.54 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM+Lead screw★ | RXD stepping motor |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm★ | 800 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.15X★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 27/1.2 XF 27mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong build (65th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
- Below average stabilization (35th percentile)
Tamron Di III 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD
- Strong versatility (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong optical (71st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Pricing
Viltrox AF 27/1.2 XF 27mm offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 65 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
