So, which one would you buy after seeing the results? Let me know in the comments below 📸

@erhyqck

3 жыл бұрын

I bought the Viltrox after watching several reviews for days ^_^ and I really love it!

@jabilson007

3 жыл бұрын

I bought the Sony on rebate. Sharpness and weight win for me.

@eccentricsmithy2746

3 жыл бұрын

@Junior Briar no one gives a shit that you committing a felony by using a computer or electronic device to access another persons private data.

@hendrixsergio5474

2 жыл бұрын

InstaBlaster

@royjohnson8526

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely the Viltrox I was just getting ready to order the Sony fe len when I came across this video in particular because I've watched several other Videos on the Viltrox but your video sold me. Great video review thanks a lot I will keep an eye on your KZread page . Roy J. Philadelphia Pa. USA

7:09 I like that the Viltrox gives you a fuller beard.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

It also removes your tan too, apparently. Pretty impressive! 😂

@ChimaChindaDev

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton 😁

@TheBlaqros3

3 жыл бұрын

HAHAHAHA

@claystudiofx

3 жыл бұрын

That can confuse the AF system.

Rounder bokeh balls on the Viltrox is the main deciding factor for me. Thanks for the great comparison!

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Hi @TomCalton and thanks a lot for making your videos . It's really nice to have different point of view on a same lense . I was wondering if you had some rumours about a 135 mm by Viltrox ? Samyang has done a nice one it seems , but it's still around 1000E and it's not an impulse purchase Well by the way have a good weekend

I literally just purchased this exact lens and I stumbled across your video.. I couldn’t have been any more reassured thank you! Subbed!

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing! Thanks for checking out the video and for the sub! Welcome aboard 🤜💥🤛

Hi Tom - thanks for your reviews. Would love to see you look at the Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 Pro for X-Mount ...especially vs XF 33mm f1.4 for portraits.

I LOVE THIS VIDEO! I was laughing and learning. Great break down!

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm really glad you enjoyed it - thanks for watching 🤜🤛

Great comparison! I see other have commented on this, so I'm not gonna suggest that one colour is better, as this is subjective. But for the slow/fast walk shots, were the lighting (or some settings) very different? Or is it purely optics/coatings that make the Viltrox so much less saturated/pale?

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! There are a number of differences at play, so don't take any notice of the colours and tones in that example. It's purely to demonstrate the lenses ability to track a moving subject whilst in video mode.

man, this channel deserves more attention!! great attention to detail and very entertaining. just one question, was this the Viltrox Mark II or the first iteration?

@ceejaicuenza

3 жыл бұрын

you also earned a subscriber :)

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

You're too kind! Thanks for the love 👍 This was the Mark II version of the Viltrox.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard! 🎉

Subscribed. Smashing material!

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Welcome aboard! 🙌

Thank you. Great explained

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Is the manual focus quick, linear, and usable for video on the sony one ?

This video is so helpful :) Thank you

@TomCalton

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure, glad I could help!

Thanks for a nice job! Subscribed 😎👍 Interesting comparison, never head about that brand before.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub! Welcome aboard!

This was really helpful thanks!! was heading for the Sony but im ordering the Viltrox now :)

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching - glad it helped 👍

I want to buy a lens exactly 85mm and I am thinking about this lens and what can you tell me? Does it have autofocus? And is there a map?

Man I really love this channel! I've got a question; at 7:04 I felt like the colours are washed out compared to sony's...is it because of post processing or the colours from this lens is just like that?

@leighfrancisnemenzo9012

2 жыл бұрын

Have the same observation. Hope this will be answered soon!

@kino174

2 жыл бұрын

the two footages were shot at different days

underrated content, you helped me order my viltrox. thanks!

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Enjoy the lens ☺️

which one should buy ? for portrait ? Priority Sharpness & Colour

Nice video, do the viltrox need an adapter if so which one did you use

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Nope, no adaptor needed - it comes available in Sony E-mount 😊

I was already tending more to the Viltrox but you kinda gave me last nudge into ita direction, thanks mate. Btw I found the eye image of the Viltrox way better, especially the brows were kinda blurry with the Sony?

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks for watching 👍

@xyz46xyz

7 ай бұрын

I found sony slightly better... viltrox image looked a bit processed...

what an amazing video bro" love it!

could you use the Sony 85mm as a webcam if the camera was about a meter away?

Hi Tom, I bought this lens last week but haven't used it yet. I was happy to see your review and it's assured me I've made a decent investment.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks for checking out the video - glad it helped! Enjoy your new lens!

What's up with the VIltrox color in the Video AF test?

you didnt mention the color rendering i think from your samples the sony has more natural skin tone while viltrox seams to be white is that right ???

Thanks for the video, subbed.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard! Thanks for watching 👍

Absolutely nice video, congrats

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud! Appreciate it as always!

Was looking for same. Thanks a ton bro. New subscriber

@TomCalton

Жыл бұрын

No worries, welcome aboard 🤘🏻

If you stop the Viltrox lens down a little (f2 or f2.2) does the fringing go away? Seriously considering this lens for the Z mount

I used the Sigma 85mm ART then when I had the Sony 85mm f1.8 I found huge difference in contrast, sharpness, colors etc. Sold the 85 Sony immedietly never regretted.

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the Sigma is a big jump up from the Sony

@fredriksvard2603

Жыл бұрын

Same. I don't even think the sigma is all that (sony 100-400 looks and operates better on my camera), i just find the sony 85 really dull.

do you recommend this for aps-c? or would it be a bit tight? i currently only have sigma 30 1.4 and i'm looking to get something with a bit more reach. i am also looking at Sony E 18-105mm f/4 G and i like the focal range, but it lacks sharpness compared to prime lenses. they are the same price (around $400, but viltrox is brand new and the other one is used). what do you think? or do you have a suggestion for something else that is under $400.

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

On an APS-C body this 85mm would work out at around a 127.5mm in full frame terms, so yeah, it would be pretty long, but a nice lens for portraits. The bokeh would be miles better than the 18-105mm f/4. If you're after a nice portrait lens for your APS-C, I recently tested the Viltrox and Sigma 56mm f/1.4's, which work out to around 84mm in full frame terms. Both are small and lightweight and pretty affordable. Here's a link to that test if that helps? kzread.info/dash/bejne/fH6aqZZ8qtrfoKg.html

@crnapagoda

2 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton thanks! i will watch your video, but i did watch a video from the other guy that compared those 56 lenses and sigma is miles sharper. the price difference is around $120 here. btw sigma 56mm was my first choice, but i ended up getting 30mm which at the time fit my budget and i didn't have patience to save a bit more $$.

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, in a nutshell, I came to the same conclusion. Go for the Sigma

Thanks! Do you know the difference between Viltrox 1 and Viltrox 2 of this lens you reviewed here?

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Supposedly the main difference is weight. Optically they're meant to be the same, though I've never tested this myself so I'm just taking Viltrox's word on that.

@arttiz01

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton Uhm, interesting. I checked more deeply, since I own the Mk1 version of this Viltrox 85mm, and one article of AYRN and its comments said: "Optically, this lens is nearly identical to the Mark I version from what I can tell as is the overall design. The mark II currently sells for the same price as its Mark I counterpart but features an upgraded lens hood, faster autofocus, and noticeably lighter construction. Unlike the Mark I, the Mark II version does not yet have a way to upgrade the aperture to a faster, wider f/1.6 aperture." So it will be interesing to compare those two. Thanks again!

Thanks for the great comparison video! My prediction probably wasn't too far off. I'd also go with the Viltrox any time! Imho it's the 85 with most "bang for the buck" for Sony E mount.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree. Such a great lens for the price!

@fredriksvard2603

Жыл бұрын

That would be the sigma 1.4 imo

@stefan_becker

Жыл бұрын

@@fredriksvard2603 The sigma 85mm f1.4 DG DN is the "best" (but not "for the buck") 😅

@fredriksvard2603

Жыл бұрын

@@stefan_becker It's the best for the buck imo. A bad lens can be poor value even if it's cheap, and the other way around.

@stefan_becker

Жыл бұрын

@@fredriksvard2603 Nope. Most people won't notice the difference between f1.8 and f1.4. So if you're on a tight budget it's a waste of money to get a f1.4 lens. And waste of money is never "the best bang for the buck".

Thanks for this video, I've already decided which one I'll pick 😀

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

Which one are you going to get?

@AondeVamos

2 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton viltrox for sure 😅

Hey brother. Very helpful discussion, and finally I bought a Viltrox 85mm F1.8 Mark II lens. the AF performance is so fast

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the new lens! Glad you're enjoying it - it's a brilliant lens 🙌

I have the viltrox 85.mm but i have issues with focusing on farther subject

Man, you deserve at least a million subs for this quality video! so underrated.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

You're too kind, but thank you! 🤘

Hey Tom I'm a new subscriber and love your style. One thing could you consider including minimum focusing distance in all your lens comparisons? This would be really helpful to me. Thanks man!

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for the suggestion! I will aim to include this in future reviews as a few people have requested this. 😊

Thanks 😊 just ordered my viltrox 🙌

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it! 😁

Hi does the Tokina really a different lens than the viltrox?

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Optically, yes it really is! The Tokina is so much sharper than the Viltrox 👌

Hi! Thanks for the great video! I wonder, if the Viltrox is a perfect choice only for hobby photographers or is it okey for those who would like to make a living with that?

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks for watching. Yes, it's good for hobbiests, though if you're planning on using it a lot, then you might be better off investing in a higher quality lens - something like the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN

@vivienjegesi2520

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton Thanks a lot! :)

great review. I've used the viltrox and love it a lot and it feels great. I did notice in your images the viltrox seemed more yellow and the sony lens seemed to have a more magenta cast? to it, did you notice that or were the 2 images post processed differently?

@xyz46xyz

7 ай бұрын

I am colour blind, so dont know... but sony seem to have more detail and viltrox more washed out..

Will customer ask what lenses do you use?

Thanks for your review. I've wanted to stray away from the plastic body Sony lenses after having a broken one already so it's good to find a price comparable one that beats the plastic Sony.

@TomCalton

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure - glad the video helped!

Nice one, keep going, I'm following you.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, welcome abroad! 🤘

Is this viltrox the same design as the Tokina - the optical design looks the same but obviously it doesn't mean the AF and the coatings will be the same.

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

I don't have the exact details as to how similar these lenses are. All I know is that Tokina and Viltrox have some kind of deal where Viltrox are developing the lenses and then Tokina are buying/licensing the blueprints, tweaking them and then rebranding them as their own. They're definitely doing something to the innards as the Tokina 85mm, for example, is noticeably sharper than the Viltrox.

Would you recommend the viltrox lens for talking head videos ?

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, absolutely. So long as the subject doesn't move back and forth too much, you wouldn't notice the focus breathing, which is one of the only downsides to this lens for video.

What about the lens flare? I had a Viltrox 23mm on my Fuji X series and the flare was red and quite distracting. Nice review anyway!

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter. In honesty, I didn't test flare as it's not something I'm personally fussed by, but if enough people want this to be included in future testing then I'm happy to do so. Check out Christopher Frost's channel - I know he's tested this lens before and he also checks for flaring 👍

@ophoto.peterorban

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton thanks for the tip!

Which camera you used in this viedeo

If price is not an issue but image quality, would you prefer to have the Sigma 85 1.4?

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Abso-freaking-lutly! The Sigma is strides better in terms of image quality than either of these two options.

@keystonebrotherb

3 жыл бұрын

I compared the two. At 1.8 there is minimal difference. I was surprised. Minor fringing on both.

just bought this for my sony a7III, does anyone have manual focusing issues? and also when shooting with a timer, it tends to render my camera dead, and i have to turn it off and back on again to get the same results. i am on the latest firmware for my camera and lens. anyone know the problem?

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Very weird. It might be a bad copy of this lens. It might be worth returning it for a replacement.

@ceejaicuenza

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton ; thanks! i have, and it was due to how it was delivered. the delivery guy threw it at my front door. i’m receiving my item in a few days so all is good. love the videos btw, big fan

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

How annoying! I hope the replacement is better. Thanks for watching and for your comment!

is the purple fringing from OLD sigma 35mm f/1.4? or NEW version?

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

Old one

@ashyxt

2 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton tq for confirming sir

Hey man, thanks for the video! Exactly what I was looking for! btw... When I opened your video I though you're another 100k+ youtuber but when I saw you have just over 1k subs, my mind was blown! You have high quality content, nice video quality, good humour and I enjoyed looking at you and listening to you. So I just subscribed and I'm gonna sit here and I'll wait until you blow up! Good job, mate! btw again... Have you ever tried Samyang 85mm f/1.4? I know it's really good for stills but not that good with video AF. But someone told me the video AF got better after firmware update. Do you have any info about it? Because if the Samyang got better with video AF, I'm taking it. If not, I'll take the Viltrox. Thanks, man! Edit: I just saw your 85mm comparison video, I'll probably take the Samyang! :))

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your comment - really appreciate the kind feedback. We only started the channel in April of this year, so we're relatively new and learning all the time. Fingers crossed we can keep up the momentum though. Thanks for the sub - welcome aboard! 🤘

@FulmoStudio

3 жыл бұрын

​@@TomCalton You're very welcome, mate! You're almost at 2k subs just from April? That's pretty nice progress I'd say! Yes, best of luck with that! I think you nailed the start :) Thanks man! Looking forward for your next content!

Bro thanks for the review. Gonna buy this lens today. the Viltrox

this is a great comparison ive had my viltrox 85mm for months now its definitely bang for the buck

Torn between the two! I can get either with only a 120 euro difference between Viltrox and Sony. This will be a working lense so it needs to be consistent and fast to focus. I want to love Viltrox but some people are having focus issues when subject is moving?!

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

I had no focusing issues with the Viltrox whilst I was testing. The biggest gripe I have with the Viltrox is the fact is not amazingly sharp. The Sony is sharper for sure. It's a really tough call so I don't envy you!

Sony's 85mm f1.8 cat eye bokeh is really a pain in the ass. I bought the Viltrox due to it's price but it surprisingly performed more than well in my wedding jobs. Reliable focusing, sharp images and most of all lovely bokehs!

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

It's a lovely option for nice round bokeh for sure! Really surprised me when I tested it and saw the results.

Hello Tom, I just suscribed; I just loved this video and the quality of it. I was just wondering if there would be any issue about the auto focus with a Sony A7II due to compatibility. If anyone has the answer, I would be glad to have it. Bell activated mate, definitely going to check all your videos. See ya

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub! I haven't tested this lens on the A7II so I couldn't say for sure - hopefully someone else will see your comment and have the answer for you.

@danielgallego2485

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris ! I know this was a while ago but if you’re still undecided, I picked the lens up for my a7II about a week ago. Haven’t gotten much of a chance to shoot with it, but around the house in low light it gets really nice shots. There’s a video here on KZread of a girl in India I believe doing street photography with the same gear. Very nice shots. Not the fastest AF for sure but it’s actually faster than my Sigma 35mm 1.4. Hope this helps !

@PosranaRegistrace

3 жыл бұрын

I have this one on the first A7 and the AF is fine as long as you have enough light, in darker conditions it gets less responsive, but A7 is not very good in that with other lenses anyway. Works quite nicely (surprisingly) in tracking as well. Should be more or less the same on A7 II, probably better.

Great video!! But I'm a Japanese viewer, so it was a little difficult to understand… sorry… So I will ask you a frank question. Which would you recommend if I buy it now? One more question. Which would you recommend Viltrox or Tokina?

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks! Don't worry, always happy to answer any questions ☺️ Out of the Sony and Viltrox, I'd go for the Viltrox. Out of Viltrox and Tokina, I'd go for the Tokina (here's why - kzread.info/dash/bejne/hIJmlLyRl8XalsY.html). I hope this helps!

I'm getting the sony A7Iv for my first camera. I don't want to spend more on a lens because obviously the camera alone is expensive. I've been looking at a lot of reviews on a budget lens and the viltrox is win win. This video just confirmed it clearly! Thank you so much

@tunghamgtsui1186

Жыл бұрын

TBH if you are getting a full frame camera without have good lens, that would be a great waste. If your budget is around a brand new a7iv, you can buy an entry level aps-c canon r10 or nikon ZFC and a set of used aps-c lens with different focal length. Lens are far more important than the camera itself. If you only buy one or two viltrox prime lens with an a7iv, there will be a lot of situation that you cant even take a better photo than a iphone 14 pro. Think twice bro.

@xyz46xyz

7 ай бұрын

@@tunghamgtsui1186 any 85mm F1.8 would take miles better photo than any current or future iphone, any day or night... period.

The Viltrox 85mm/1.8STM is one of my best and often used lens. All my other Original Brand Lens has not the plasticity of these nice and cheap lens.

I love my Viltrox Mark I. If I ever needed another 85, I might get the M II because it's a bit lighter and better lens hood. That or the Sigma 85 1.4. The Sony lens is still a great lens, but Viltrox gives it a run for its money.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

If you have the budget for it, the Sigma 85mm f/1.4 is a brilliant lens (I use mine so much - sharpest lens I own!). However, for the money, the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 II is an incredible piece for kit. I'd highly recommend it for anyone on a budget. Thanks for your comment 😊

@kiudont

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton Thanks for your beautiful videos Tom, I would like to see a (meanly unfair...) comparison between the Viltrox 1.8 and the Sigma 1.4 DN at this point! I'm really corious :)

@freddynystroem3669

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton are you referring to the hsm or the dn version?

@mananrocks98

2 жыл бұрын

any big issues with mark 1?

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely the DG DN version - the old version is bi, heavy and slow on mirrorless cameras

Is Viltrox compatible with Canon 250d?

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think so - pretty sure this is only available for mirrorless cameras.

I have noticed that on viltrox shadows more darker than on sony

You're so funny 😃 really entertaining review

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud, glad you enjoyed it!

Viltrox 85mm ii vs Sigma 85mm for Sony, please :). thanks

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Here you go: kzread.info/dash/bejne/iWujmMGbYJbZerQ.html

Sony 1.8 has become my favorite lens ever, but daaamn did that Viltrox keep up 👀 for its price that’s really impressive.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

I know, right? I was really shocked! It's a very impressive lens for the price for sure. Thanks for your comment and for checking out the video 👍

@v.v.c.videophotography5688

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton which one should I choose for video between these 2? I can get both fir the same price

2 days ago I bought the ........ Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 II and am super impressed... your video just backs up why I got it!

@kamalapuramrajender6859

11 ай бұрын

Is it working good or any problem

@anthonylee5305

11 ай бұрын

@@kamalapuramrajender6859 Fast auto focus and sharp sharp images.. I love it!

cheez man you mande it harder for me to pick now a lens :D

Excellent presentation

All time fav brother ❤️

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude 👍

I bought the viltrox, but Im slightly dissapointed. Mostly its the Af and that its not tact sharp. Since im using the A7rii it exposes the softness more

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Lionel - have you tried updating the firmware? I've heard rumours that this helps improve the AF performance. It'll also increase the maximum aperture value to f/1.6, which is a nice bonus. The sharpness is what it is though, unfortunately. It's a budget lens so you kinda get what you pay for.

@lionellow105

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton Hey its been a month, and Ive learnt to live with some of it flaws. Mainly sharpness and weight. But Af is decent now, but I would still consider the sony if they have a sale. Thanks for the vid anyways!

How is this lense for video

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Here's a more in-depth review comparing it to the other f/1.8 lenses with some more video tests included: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pWdnmtCzl6-ehKQ.html

7:15 Is the color setting different?

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, sorry about this. This footage was shot on entirely different days using entirely different White Balance settings and with different picture profiles, so please just ignore the colour differences.

@FSAEntertainment

Жыл бұрын

Thx for clarifying tom

To be honest, in the first comparasion for me the left foto was sharper (the Viltrox). LG Bernd

In the Autofocus video tracking part, why do the colors look so different from each other? The Viltrox looks washed out while the Sony looks significantly better.

@TomCalton

Жыл бұрын

Please just ignore the colours in that section. Those results were taken months apart - the weather was different, the picture profiles were different and the exposure was different. This should only be used as a measure of the AF accuracy. Sorry for the confusion.

It’s viltrox is 270$ in my country should i get it????

@alloffbackend6736

8 ай бұрын

Yea I would say look around I just grab one for$150

Thank you for the great review! FYI: Sony 85mm f1.8 is at a discount on Amazon UK for less than the Viltrox

the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 STM II sounds like it would be an excellent lens.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

For the price, it's pretty impressive 🤘

The one thing that i need to know about this lens is the minimal focal distance of the Viltrox, as the Sony is almost 1 meter.

Topppp Bro!!

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching dude 🤜💥🤛

Great channel

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude! 🤜🤛

For video autofocus, which one do you think is more consistent and faster

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

It would be a super tight call to be honest. There really wasn't anything between them that I could notice - they both seemed to keep focus as good as the other. I don't think you'd be disappointed with either of them!

5:36min into clip compare with what, the video show a sigma 135mm not a Sony 85mm...what you made a mistake?

What about the weather sealing?

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

The Sony has weather sealing, the Viltrox does not.

@rajatpathy8523

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton Thank you!! Just got the Viltrox and OMG!! It is mindblowing!!!!!

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

No worries! Glad you like it!

I choose viltrox save a lot of money hehe then same quality as sony.. and client dont know what lenses you use hahahaha

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

I would agree. Thanks for the comment!

@shroominion7529

2 жыл бұрын

100 bucks pou ds euros isnt that much of a difference

@angelevarcurioso8523

Жыл бұрын

They said Viltrox doesn't work well with a7iv is that true? Or they just trying to sell Sony lens to me?

@jonafreigang

3 ай бұрын

In Germany theres no price difference

@hotpawke_t

14 күн бұрын

@@cabanerojune1948 r u okay? You seem special

Hello. The Viltrox doesen`t work well on my fuji xt3. It`s been upgrated and no focus, no aperture a lot of times. Thanks but no thanks

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. That sucks. I've never had any issues with the Viltrox on my Sony cameras. Maybe it's a dud copy?

@eddichan2183

3 жыл бұрын

I have the first version of this in Fuji mount. I have no problem with it on all my Fuji bodies, the X Pro1, XE1, XT1 and XH1. I loved it immediately after I took a few shots.

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Looks like Pedro has a dud copy then. Thanks for sharing!

Thanks for this one, I have been debating between the 85mm 1.4 Sony and the 85mm 1.8 Sony, but the price tags on both of those are very high and had never even heard of VILTROX until your video! Thank you!

I own the Viltrox and love it. Excellent lens.

Viltrox is much sharper compare to sony. Infact, the eye in the left i mistook as Sony

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

The lens chart would say otherwise, but the Viltrox definitely has more contrast, which may be what makes it appear sharper in real life situations. It's a very close call though on those portraits.

@Lycan546

3 жыл бұрын

Even i got missed.

7:06 whats with those colours??

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

No grade has been added to either piece of footage. One was shot with PP8 picture profile enabled, the other without (by mistake 🤦‍♂️). Also one was shot in winter on an overcast day, the other in summer, so Paul had more of a tan and the light was generally warmer in tone.

@mitcho8666

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton ahhh ok! i wonder kind of worried haha

Nice job

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

Great review. I decided to buy Viltrox after watching this.

@TomCalton

Жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy your new lens!

There's a firmware update to the Viltrox that turns it from f1.8 to f1.6

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I did see that update. I'd be interested to see how it performs at f/1.6

@Super01041994

3 жыл бұрын

How can you turn an f 1.8 lens in a 1.6 through firmware update when that's a hardware thing?

@marceloquerque

3 жыл бұрын

@@Super01041994 Very curious as well 🤔

@PosranaRegistrace

3 жыл бұрын

Some lenses are designed as a slightly "faster", then stopped down a bit for better perfomance. Some Zuiko Digital lenses are like that. One third of a stop is hardly any difference anyway.

You can update the Viltrox to a 1.6lens as it was originally a 1.6 lens!

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

That's only true with the original MKI version. This MKII model can't be changed to f/1.6.

@jonathanzamora6598

2 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton You're absolutely right. That was my bad lol. What do you suggest a used sony 85mm 1.8 for 400$ or brand new viltrox MKII? Thanks in advance!

why on 4:33 the right picture look like photoshop , on dark circle ? i mean the skin seems to soften a small spot , on the viltrox the eyebrow is sharp on sony totally blur, on the right of the eyes the sony is sharp but viltrox blur, but on the inside of the eye viltrox clean and sony blur

@TomCalton

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that blurring is just my shit Photoshop work which shouldn't have made it in to the video to be honest. 🤦‍♂️

Very nice review, BUT I’m surprised to hear you say that the Sony’s case is made of plastic. My brother’s has been dropped a few times and has beautiful metal shining through at the unambiguous indentations. ;) Definitely all metal there. I haven’t had a chance to drop the Viltrox on a rock, but I did exactly that (by accident, mind you) with the Sony and it still worked just fine afterwards. So in terms of build quality, I’d say it’s built like a tank confirmed.

@TomCalton

11 ай бұрын

Hey Rick. You're indeed correct, it is metal, NOT plastic as I incorrectly stated in the video. You'll have to forgive me for that one. This is quite an old video now and clearly I wasn't used to double checking specs back then like that like I am now! 🤦🏻‍♂️🤣

@rickbiessman6084

11 ай бұрын

@@TomCalton Haha, forgiveness is a strong word :D But appreciate it nonetheless.

Well, I guess I'll actually get the Viltrox then :)

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

It's a really good lens - this result honestly surprised me!

@jannikdublasky6142

3 жыл бұрын

@@TomCalton on Amazon there are still quite a few People complaining about the unreliable AF, thats something thats holding me back a little bit :/

very nice review bro ,just consider buying this

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watch! Which lens were you considering - the Sony or the Viltrox?

@powerlurker

3 жыл бұрын

should be Viltrox ,cus i really hate purple fringing

@TomCalton

3 жыл бұрын

Me too! The Viltrox is a brilliant lens for the price 👍