Some months back, we tested the Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB in Sony E-mount, and we were pretty impressed. Viltrox just released the lens in Z-mount as well. Normally, we don’t repeat testing lenses in different mounts anymore for capacity reasons, but here we made an exception because it’s simply worth it. Of course, most of the findings won’t come as a surprise anymore now. While there are subtle difference due to the different sensors and conversion characteristic, the general trend won’t be all that different. Just like the Sony version, the Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB Z it is…
Author: Klaus
Most lenses are rather simple things – at least from the outside. They have a focus- (& zoom-) ring and a couple of switches and buttons. If we are lucky, the manufacturers added a dedicated aperture ring to it. And then there are lenses like the Laowa 100mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift 1x Macro … although I’m not sure whether there’s really a comparable lens, because besides its tiling and shifting capabilities, it’s also a 1x macro lens. The tilt feature is meant for non-standard focus control, whereas the shift aspect can be used for perspective corrections – but more on this later. This…
It’s almost like “Another month, another Viltrox lens”. Viltrox is releasing new lenses almost at breakneck speed. This time, we’ll discuss the Viltrox AF 25mm f/1.7 XF Air. It’s an APS-C format lens available for Sony E-, Fujifilm X- and Nikon Z-mount. This moderate wide-angle lens is available for an MSRP of $176 / €189 / £165. Let’s see whether they can maintain their impressive track record of late with this lens as well. Build-quality-wise, it’s a typical “Air” lens. Viltrox has 3 different line-ups – “LAB”, “PRO” and “Air” – with the latter focusing on affordable products. However, affordable doesn’t mean…
SpecificationsOptical construction27 Elements in 19 Groups (6x ED)Number of aperture blades11 (rounded)min. focus distance1.7-3.5 m (max. magnification: 0.23x)DimensionsΦ119.8 x 346 mmWeight2475gFilter sizeφ105mmHoodbarrel-shaped, bayonet mount, suppliedOther featuresimage stabilizer, tripod mount, focus hold buttons dust and moisture resistantMountsSony E-Mount Press Release Sony today announces the FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS (SEL400800G) – Sony’s first[i] 800 mm super-telephoto zoom G Lens. This brand-new Alpha lens flaunts high resolution performance across the entire zoom range, beautiful bokeh, as well as fast, precise, and accurate AF (autofocus). In addition, the inner-zoom design, which minimises change in the center of gravity, allows for stable framing. It is also…
SpecificationsOptical construction15 Elements in 12 Groups (2xAA, 1x Super ED, 3x ED)Number of aperture blades11 (rounded)min. focus distance0.13m (max. magnification: 0.3x)DimensionsΦ73.8 x 75 mmWeight304gFilter sizeφ67mmHoodpetal-shaped, bayonet mount, suppliedOther featuresaperture ring, aperture de-click, focus hold button, iris lock, dust and moisture resistantMountsSony E-Mount Press Release Sony today announces the FE 16mm F1.8 G (SEL16F18G), a premium G Lens™ that combines the expressive power of a high-resolution ultra-wide angle with high portability thanks to its compact, lightweight design, allowing creators to express their creativity in an extensive range of still and video shooting scenes. When paired with the latest Sony Alpha™ series cameras…
Formally, Canon doesn’t have a “prosumer” (mid-grade) grade lens lineup like Sony with its G class. However, they’ve started adding a few lenses that could well be. One of them is the Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM. Obviously, it has one characteristic that stands out from Canon’s lower end products – its large maximum aperture of f/2.8. Another one is the price tag of $1100 USD / 1200 EUR. That’s hardly budget money and more comparable to the Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 USM L IS. So let’s see what you could get for your hard-earned bucks here. What you’ll…
In Leica M mount: Voigtlander PORTRAIT HELIAR 75mm F1.8 E-mount “Mid-telephoto large-aperture lens with spherical aberration correction ring. A wide range of expression is possible with this lens, from under-collection like a soft-focus lens to over-collection where the back blur becomes contour blur.Find your preferred rendition by using the aperture ring and control ring combination.” SpecificationsOptical construction6 Elements in 3 Groups (?)Number of aperture blades9min. focus distance0.7m (max. magnification: 1:7.4)DimensionsΦ70×88mmWeight560gFilter sizeφ62mmHood-Other featuresManual focus. spherical aberration control ringMountsSony E-Mount
Manufactured by Cosina Otus ML 50mm f/1.4 Ref.: https://www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/int/photography/otus-ml/otus-ml-1450.html Price: $2500 SpecificationsOptical construction14 Elements in 11 Groups (4x AD, 2x aspherical)Number of aperture blades?min. focus distance0.5m (max. magnification: 1:7.3)Dimensionsφ77 x 100mmWeight677gFilter sizeφ67mmHoodbarrel-shaped, bayonet mount, suppliedOther featuresManual focus. electronically coupled. aperture de-clickMountsSony E-Mount | Canon RF-Mount | Nikon Z-Mount Otus ML 85mm f/1.4 Ref.: https://www.zeiss.com/consumer-products/int/photography/otus-ml/otus-ml-1485.html Price: $3000 SpecificationsOptical construction15 Elements in 11 Groups (5x AD, 2x aspherical)Number of aperture blades?min. focus distance0.8m (max. magnification: 1:8.1)Dimensionsφ88mm x 113mmWeight1033gFilter sizeφ77mmHoodbarrel-shaped, bayonet mount, suppliedOther featuresManual focus. electronically coupled. aperture de-clickMountsSony E-Mount | Canon RF-Mount | Nikon Z-Mount
Reference: https://thypoch.com/en/simera-75mm Price: $850 SpecificationsOptical construction9 Elements in 8 Groups (2x ED, 2x HR, 1x aspherical)Number of aperture blades16min. focus distance0.6m (max. magnification: 1?)Dimensionsφ62mm x 64mmWeight372gFilter sizeφ58mmHoodbarrel-shaped, bayonet mount, suppliedOther featuresVisifocus scale, black & Silver version, declickable apertureMountsLeica M
Ref.: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/news/2025/02/24/010843/ Price: $6000 SpecificationsOptical construction28 elements in 21 groups (6x FLD, 1x SLD)Number of aperture blades13 (rounded)min. focus distance2.8 (W) – 4.50m(T) (max. magnification: 1:6 )Dimensionsφ167.0mm x 467.9mmWeight3,985gFilter sizeφ40.5mm (Rear)Hoodbarrel-shaped, bayonet mount, suppliedOther featuresOptical Stabilizer (v2), zoom lock switch, dust- and splash-resistant, water-repellent coating,function ring, drop-in filters, internal zoom, tripod socketMountsSony E, L-mount Press release Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch schedule of the Sigma 300-600mm F4 DG OS | Sports. ・Ultra-telephoto zoom lens with the optical performance and brightness of a prime lens・High-speed autofocus and powerful optical stabilization to never miss a decisive moment・Exceptional quality, functionality and…