Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm
Viltrox
69 Overall Score
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Tamron Di III 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD 17-30mm
Tamron
87 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm
85 out of 100 high confidence 95 reviews
The Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 lens is widely loved for its sharp image quality, fast aperture, and surprisingly low price. Users praise its lightweight design, compact size, and quick autofocus, making it an excellent everyday walk-around lens. Some note autofocus can be noisier or slower than premium lenses, and a few report chromatic aberration in high-contrast scenes. A handful of complaints involve inconsistent packaging or compatibility misunderstandings, but the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.
Pros
- Sharp image quality wide open
- Fast f/1.7 aperture for low light
- Lightweight and compact design
- Great value for the price
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- Autofocus noise in quiet environments
- Chromatic aberration in high contrast
- No weather sealing
- Slow autofocus in low light
- Missing aperture ring
Image quality 45
Value for money 35
Build quality 30
Autofocus performance 28
Bokeh 15
Low light performance 18
Tamron Di III 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD 17-30mm
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Specifications
| Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm | Tamron Di III 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD 17-30mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 11 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 20 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 12 |
| Groups | 9 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| Coating | nano multi-layer coating | BBAR-G2 |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.7 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.17 kg★ | 0.34 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | RXD |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 330 mm | 150 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 1:7.7 | 1:4 |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm
- Strong build (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong macro (68th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Tamron Di III 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD 17-30mm
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong macro (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong bokeh (85th percentile)85th %ile
Pricing
Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm0.485score per dollar
vs
Tamron Di III 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD 17-30mm0.147score per dollar
Viltrox AF 35/1.7 Z 35mm offers 3.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Tamron Di III 11-20mm f/2.8 Di III-A RXD 17-30mm
Scores 87 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
