TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm
TTArtisan
77 Overall Score
vs
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
Viltrox
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm
82 out of 100 high confidence 44 reviews
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
Value for money 18
Build quality 14
Image quality 12
Manual focus experience 10
Tilt functionality 6
Lens cap issue 4
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
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Scores
Macro
Street
Portrait
Budget
Video Cinema
Professional
Wildlife Sports
Travel
Landscape
Specifications
| TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm | Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | tilt-shift | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 20 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 20 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 10 |
| Groups | 6 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | multi-layer coating | multi-layer nano-MC coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | — |
| Diaphragm Blades | 10★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.18 kg | 0.16 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 35 mm | 20 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.17X★ |
Pros & Cons
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm
- Strong bokeh (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
- Strong macro (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm1.014score per dollar
vs
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm0.491score per dollar
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 FE 20mm
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
