Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 Air 9mm
Viltrox
66 Overall Score
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Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
Sony
70 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 Air 9mm
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Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
88 out of 100 high confidence 451 reviews
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional sharpness, blazing-fast autofocus, and noticeably lighter weight compared to its predecessor. Users highlight its superb build quality, smooth bokeh, and versatility for sports, portraits, and low-light photography. A few complaints mention high cost, occasional autofocus issues, and a heavy tripod collar, but the vast majority consider it a top-tier professional lens worth the investment.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Blazing-fast autofocus
- Lighter than previous version
- Superb build quality
- Beautiful bokeh
Cons
- High price
- Heavy tripod collar
- Occasional autofocus issues
- Bulky for some users
- Focus ring noise
Image quality 35
Autofocus performance 28
Weight and portability 25
Build quality 20
Bokeh 15
Value for money 18
Scores
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Specifications
| Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 Air 9mm | Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 9 mm | 70 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 9 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 23 |
| Groups | 11 | 18 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2 | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3 | 6★ |
| Coating | Specialized Multi-Layer Coating Technology | Nano AR Coating II |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.19 kg★ | 1.48 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Dual Linear & Super Sonic Wave AF Motors |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 130 mm★ | 960 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.25x★ |
Pros & Cons
Viltrox Air AF 9mm F2.8 Air 9mm
- Strong build (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong macro (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average social proof (27th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
- Strong optical (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average build (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average macro (28th percentile)
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Verdict
Winner: Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
Scores 70 overall, wins 3 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
