Viltrox Pro AF 75mm F1.2 STM Definitive Review (on 40MP Fuji X-T5)

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  • čas přidán 23. 07. 2024
  • Photographer Dustin Abbott shares a detailed review of the first lens in Viltrox's Pro Series - the Viltrox Pro AF 75mm F1.2 STM. Reviewed on the new 40MP Fujifilm X-T5 | This video is sponsored by Fantom Wallet. Visit store.fantomwallet.com and use code DUSTIN15 to get 15% off | Read the Text Review: bit.ly/ProAF75da | Visit the Image Gallery: bit.ly/ProAF75pics | Purchase the Viltrox Pro AF 75mm F1.2 @ B&H Photo bhpho.to/3PjhRjD | Amazon amzn.to/3SCa4iv | Viltrox bit.ly/ProAF75buy (use code DUSTINABBOTT for 10% off) | Amazon Canada amzn.to/3v7wai5 | Amazon UK amzn.to/3BS3Vrm
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  • @tomapaunovic
    @tomapaunovic Před rokem +24

    End results that you can get with this lens, coupled with newer Fuji bodies such as X-T5, are pretty spectacular for the price. That combo is $2250 and you would need to spend at least $3375 on equivalent FF combo (like Sony A7R III + Samyang 135mm 1.7). That's a substantial difference and Fuji combo is also slightly smaller and lighter as well. Kudos to Viltrox for making Fuji system more competitive in the end.

  • @JoaquimGonsalves
    @JoaquimGonsalves Před rokem +15

    Finally a lens that comes close to the 105mm f1.4 FF lens equivalent for APSC. Also, almost no Loca!! Wow!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +3

      Exactly. I really think this is a seriously underserved portrait focal length. Very flexible.

    • @JoaquimGonsalves
      @JoaquimGonsalves Před rokem +2

      @@DustinAbbottTWI I agree! Thank you for the comprehensive review as always.

    • @kzr83
      @kzr83 Před rokem +4

      I agree. In full frame field of view terms, I tend to find 135mm often too long, but I love my 105mm DC. So, back in Fujifilm terms, I would undoubtedly prefer this 75mm over my 90mm f/2. However, I already find that to be a spectacular lens and it focuses so close AND fast too... I've got very nice close shots of little flowers with it, in addition to headshots of my kids. But the 75mm would cut my ISO in less than half...
      Perhaps all I can do is buy this one, then use it and do some size by sides with the 90mm and decide which to keep... Me being me, I already want to keep both, though.. 🤦🏼‍♂️

    • @JoaquimGonsalves
      @JoaquimGonsalves Před rokem +1

      @@kzr83 haha I can imagine.. Wishing you the best and thank you for the insight. 😊

  • @Apachers
    @Apachers Před rokem

    Great review - comprehensive, informative and well delivered.

  • @069photography
    @069photography Před rokem +1

    looks great! Thanks for the detailed video! I made the preorder and can't wait to get my copy :)

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      Lucky you - the preorders sold out FAST!

    • @marcp.1752
      @marcp.1752 Před rokem +1

      @@DustinAbbottTWI Yes, because Viltrox only provided exactly 50 (!) lenses, Dustin. Keep up the great reviews, thank you.
      I wish beautiful New Year's Eve in advance

    • @069photography
      @069photography Před rokem

      @@DustinAbbottTWI yes I know. I set an alarm for that reason :) Lookin forward to it. Thx for your great video!

  • @jgurtz
    @jgurtz Před rokem +6

    This is very compelling! I do shoot quite a bit with a few 85mm lenses for outdoor portraiture and this is right there. I also take quite a bit with 135mm, more for landscape-with-sun/moon or wildlife and so I hope their next lens is around there. Then again, a nice fast walk-around 35 would hit nice too! Thanks for the great review, really appreciate the depth and many fine example shots you include.

  • @dirkstadil8621
    @dirkstadil8621 Před rokem +3

    Thank you for this review. I was quite interested in this lens, as I saw Viltrox improve their lenses over time. The 13mm 1.4 is a great lens and this looks really compelling.
    I think my old 56mm 1.2 from Fuji has strong competition!

  • @doptimist
    @doptimist Před rokem +1

    Wow!! I’ve never wanted this focal length before. Now I do. I’m buying this lens. Bravo Viltrox 🎉

  • @stephanweiskorn6760
    @stephanweiskorn6760 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Excellent video 😊!

  • @xmj6830
    @xmj6830 Před rokem +2

    Thanks Dustin, great review. Being a recent and happy owner of the x-h2, that excellent lens at this price point?!...
    I've been a DSLR Canon shooter for the past 15 years but found the RF system so expensive! I just walked away and looked around, and found the Fujifilm system with much affordable lenses. And this Viltrox is so appealing!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      Now if only they can make enough of them to satisfy the demand!

  • @parmanduke
    @parmanduke Před rokem +6

    Viltrox has come a long way and makes one wonder why pay such high premiums for oem glass? Especially when Viltrox seems to accomplish 99% of lenses at double if not triple the cost. It would be more prudent to get this lens plus the new 56mm f1.2 over the 50mm f1.0 for example. Another fantastic review. I hope Viltrox will make RF mounts some day.

  • @Meothui22
    @Meothui22 Před rokem

    This lens has the best value for the money. Very nice performance indeed. Thanks for the review.

  • @aaronclinesmith2286
    @aaronclinesmith2286 Před rokem +1

    I'm excited to see what else they are planning to release with the pro badge.

  • @ChidoOne505
    @ChidoOne505 Před rokem

    Great review. Thanks

  • @franciscocarneiro181
    @franciscocarneiro181 Před rokem

    Very good review, with charts but not boring ! Interesting, informative with a good rythm. Nice speed of speech in my opinion. Thank you. I wonder how does it compare with the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8.

  • @timelapsebylkunl72
    @timelapsebylkunl72 Před rokem +6

    Wow! Sharpness wide open is amazing.

  • @gilbertogranados6367
    @gilbertogranados6367 Před rokem

    I sold my 90mm as soon as I saw reviews of this lens, what a treat, this lens really puts Fuji on a profesional Plainfield now for profesional wedding photographers like myself used to using bigger brands, I ordered one right away, still waiting to get it though, but oh boy I’m excited

  • @JeffreyHauser
    @JeffreyHauser Před 5 měsíci +1

    Agree with prior comment on Canon RF glass being prohibitively expense for many users. I also moved on from Canon after nearly 40 years of using their products. I invested heavily in the Fujifilm lens lineup & have not been disappointed. The Viltrox 75mm f1.2 has recently been added to my kit, between the 56mm f1.2 & the 90mmf2. This lens really hits the “sweet spot” in focal length for me & IMHO is a very good value for its price point.😊

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 5 měsíci +1

      It's sad to me that Canon seems to have so many missteps in the transition to mirrorless and are losing long time Canon users like yourself. I love my R5 body, but I just find so many Canon lenses either underwhelming or prohibitively expensive.

  • @lionheart4424
    @lionheart4424 Před 4 měsíci

    Amazing review Dustin, thank you! So happy that you have been testing these lenses with the 40MP sensor.
    One question I have is what lens for the XF mount would you recommend for weddings?
    I was considering this lens as a prime alternative, but wondering if the 50-140mm f 2.8 provides a better AF and reach alternatives.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 4 měsíci +1

      The autofocus on this lens has been improved via firmware. I really like the new 56mm F1.2 WR, I like this lens, but the 50-140mm isn't amazing on 40MP. I think you'll see a replacement within a year.

    • @lionheart4424
      @lionheart4424 Před 4 měsíci +1

      @@DustinAbbottTWI thank you for the reply. I plan to get this lens anyway for portraits so might as well test it on events and see how it goes.

  • @Snapit551
    @Snapit551 Před rokem +1

    Great video 👌 how does this lens compare to your favourite best Sony g or Voigtlander lenses for image quality?? Would be great to see where on your personal chart where this lens is placed in the top 20 of your best lenses

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      I might have a better perspective on that once I test it on Sony. It's a surprisingly strong lens, though.

  • @901pics
    @901pics Před 2 měsíci

    Just bought their 13mm, 27mm and 75mm...all great! The 27mm is officially my walk-around do everything lens now.

    • @901pics
      @901pics Před 2 měsíci

      I'll use the voightlander 58mm, and the Viltrox 75mm for portraits and the Viltrox13mm for anything wide. Looking at something around 10mm, any suggestions. This wallet looks great.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 2 měsíci

      I love the 27mm. such beautiful optics

  • @edb5521
    @edb5521 Před rokem +1

    Great review. Would be nice to see the new Fuji 56mm 1.2 WR next.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +2

      I might cover that when I get around to covering the X-H2. Right now I have four other Fuji reviews on my plate.

    • @edb5521
      @edb5521 Před rokem

      I am lookong forward to those reviews also.

  • @MarcioK
    @MarcioK Před rokem +6

    Got one of the 50 preorders too. Curious to compare it to my Viltrox 85mm f/1.8, a lens that I like a lot.
    About the manual focus stepping, probably it could be solved by firmware, since in AF the move is linear - if it is not a limitation of the focus ring encoder. Viltrox is VERY active in firmware updates - my 85mm improved a lot with updates.
    Good review as usual. 🙂

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      Lucky you to get one of the preorders in!

    • @joe.nail1
      @joe.nail1 Před 5 měsíci

      Hey man would you say that this lens worth it over the 85mm f1.8?

    • @MarcioK
      @MarcioK Před 5 měsíci

      @@joe.nail1 If the bigger price is not an issue - totally. Is the sharpest lens that I have by far and the AF is a tad better than the 85mm. But the 85mm is a good lens, sharp as well (the 75mm is better because is off the charts), smaller and cost less.

  • @holgerokorn3164
    @holgerokorn3164 Před rokem

    Thansk for your review Hope to see the lens in E Mount next year. Would be nice to see a sharpness comparison on the Sony A 6600 and the 7 R IV or A1 in crop mode.
    In general, it would be very informative if every full frame review would includ a short part about crop mode sharpness quality.
    Thanks greetings from Munich

  • @parasecglenkwyst4835
    @parasecglenkwyst4835 Před rokem

    Looking forward to the X-t5 video.

  • @myblujl7503
    @myblujl7503 Před rokem +1

    I like the direction Viltrox is heading. Im looking to get the 13MM 1.4 on my Sony A6600! It simply blows away everything available on a wide aperture for a lot less. The Sony 14mm 1.8 is twice the cost! Competition is always a good thing.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      The Viltrox is strong value for money. They are doing some good things.

    • @JeDxDeVu
      @JeDxDeVu Před rokem

      I got the 13mm couple weeks ago and I love it. Its definitely not discret and you've got to get really close to your subject get that wide angle effect but the IQ is great and it's sturdy as hell.

  • @paulyeung6608
    @paulyeung6608 Před 8 měsíci

    How is the bokeh geometry at f1.8, f2.8, and f/4.0? Do specular highlights become more circular or stay clipped at the edges of the frame? I know the samyang 75mm f/1.8 has circular bokeh right at f/1.8 but the viltrox is quite swirly wide open.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 8 měsíci

      By F2 you’ll see more circular specular highlights.

  • @AndreiDimaReviews
    @AndreiDimaReviews Před rokem

    Great review! For the price it is a great lens.

  • @josecolon8143
    @josecolon8143 Před rokem

    I hope they give us more soon!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      I think the COVID issues in China are causing some supply chain issues.

  • @nogerboher5266
    @nogerboher5266 Před rokem +4

    Honestly, I'm VERY surprised... As someone who shoots Hasselblad, Sony and Leica, I'm used to superb Hassy, Zeiss, Voigtlander and Leica quality of optics... With that, as far as optics go, I can say that this Viltrox lens is close to, if not on par with some of the Zeiss, Leica and Voigtlander APO ASPH glass! Now, build quality and focusing motor could use a lot of improvement - but then again, I may be asking for far too much, from a lens that costs about 500 bucks, because again, optically, this lens is close to, if not on par with Zeiss, Leica and Voigtlander APO ASPH glass!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      I too felt like the glass had a pretty high end feel to it.

  • @JET-Photo
    @JET-Photo Před rokem

    Really wanted to pre order this lens but there’s no telling when more will be made and I am impatient when it comes to waiting lol. I would love Samyang to make their 135 f1.8 with a Fuji X Mount. Wouldn’t that be amazing? A 200ish mm f1.8 prime for 1/5 the price of the Fuji 200mm f2.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      Things in China are weird right now. They are dealing with COVID, supply chain, and some general economic unrest. Viltrox is a pretty aggressive company, however, so I think they'll get more available soon.

  • @dingbat19
    @dingbat19 Před 11 měsíci

    For someone who already has Fuji 90 f2, do you think this adds anything over that lens? Is this better in any way? The Fuji has dual linear AF motors so should be better at AF but I do not think it will match the MTF performance of the new Viltrox ?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 11 měsíci

      The Viltrox is a bit sharper, yes, but the Fuji is a very nice lens optically. If you already have it, you're probably good, though I will say I slightly prefer the focal length of the Viltrox for the versatility (there are more situations where you can use it).

  • @alberte6109
    @alberte6109 Před měsícem

    Damn, time passed soo fast, last time I went to a local camera store for a XT30 showcase event thing, and the next thing I graduated from HS, went to College and realized that they got an XT5 now.

  • @PrimeRsoul
    @PrimeRsoul Před rokem +1

    Have you tried the firmware update for this one? I think you might be pleasantly surprised with the AF.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +2

      I have as a part of my X-H2 review, and yes, I do think it is improved.

  • @tamsaiming2003
    @tamsaiming2003 Před rokem

    Have you updated the new firmwares from your camera and lens?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      Yes, though I didn't actually own the camera I tested the lens on. My personal X-H2 is updated, however.

  • @thebitterfig9903
    @thebitterfig9903 Před rokem +3

    Going to have to seriously consider this. The IQ is astoundingly good, and the DOF control is fantastic. But I don’t necessarily shoot a lot of portrait, the MFD isn’t exciting, and the smaller size (won’t block an XPro3 ovf) of the Sigma 56 is tempting. But 56/1.4 just doesn’t do what a 75/1.2 can…

  • @isbestlizard
    @isbestlizard Před 21 dnem

    Can you add extension tubes to improve the minimum focus distance? Does it remain optically amazing pushed beyond its limits like this? :D

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před 20 dny

      First of all, I haven’t tested that combo, but I see no reason why it wouldn’t work. All extension tubes do is put the optical path further from the sensor, allowing for closer focus at the expense of infinity focus.

  • @technodronesogxl9783
    @technodronesogxl9783 Před rokem +1

    Wow, great lens bad autofocus. Nice review as always. Thanks, I am sure that firmware updates will fix the focus step issues.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      Bad is probably an overstatement, but there is room for improvement.

    • @anonymousl5150
      @anonymousl5150 Před rokem +1

      Part of that is just unreliable Fuji autofocus for eye tracking. This thing will look flawless on a Sony e mount.

    • @technodronesogxl9783
      @technodronesogxl9783 Před rokem +1

      @@anonymousl5150 The Viltrox 13mm 1.4 lens has great autofocus on the XH2.

  • @perryvalton4245
    @perryvalton4245 Před rokem +10

    I am positively sure that Viltrox will update the auto focus considering this is the first batch coming from the factory.

    • @wagnerjean-francois942
      @wagnerjean-francois942 Před rokem

      Agreed!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      That's very likely.

    • @tambokpatikanttr1334
      @tambokpatikanttr1334 Před rokem +1

      And who knows they might secretly update it to a 1.0 like what happened to the 85mm. 😅

    • @tambokpatikanttr1334
      @tambokpatikanttr1334 Před rokem

      Not to mention the close focusing distance update on the 33mm. They usually give us stuff we never asked but secretly wanted.

    • @kzr83
      @kzr83 Před rokem

      They likely will. Although I would be surprised if we saw more than an incremental improvement (we will take it anyway, of course). But I suspect the hardware may be the biggest limiting factor here. I hope I am wrong! 😄

  • @michaelwhiles5282
    @michaelwhiles5282 Před rokem

    Stunning- makes Fuji’s decision not to include a LM within their 56 mk2 look even worse. Great review - thank you 😎

  • @franklonyai4278
    @franklonyai4278 Před rokem

    I have been enjoying your video reviews and it seems I am picking up a bad habit according to my wife. After watching the review and pondering over the findings I buy it (them). This happened again with the Viltrox 75 mm after the Viltrox 13 mm that I have been enjoying a lot to the detriment of my beloved 10-24 mm lens. One thing I discovered that the code Dustin14 only works one time...kind of interesting but understandable although defeats the original purpose. Thanks for the great reviews!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      I actually had them check over the code, and I think things have been updated as of this morning.

    • @franklonyai4278
      @franklonyai4278 Před rokem

      @@DustinAbbottTWI i ordered a few days ago so i doubt that retroactively they will apply it. Thanks for following up.

  • @kzr83
    @kzr83 Před rokem +3

    In the excitement, nearly forgot to say/ask...
    I would be VERY interested in your thoughts about the 75mm vs the 56mm mk2! Perhaps a review of that is coming, that would be rather excellent 😁
    (For me, in this case) forget the price difference and forget that I already have the 90mm 😅
    Yes, I'm crazy.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +3

      I've got some other Fuji reviews on tap to work on, but maybe I'll pair the 56mm F1.2 MK II with the X-H2 when I do a review of it.

  • @antonsiberian
    @antonsiberian Před rokem

    Nice and quite full frame-ish look overall.

  • @Loopsrainforest
    @Loopsrainforest Před rokem

    you were great in The Office & Vice.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      Thanks, though I'm still waiting for my royalty checks ;)

  • @jonatanmoewe9983
    @jonatanmoewe9983 Před rokem

    I have to admit that I don't do weddings at all, I just shot 2 weddings in my life, and therefore I used (at this time on my Sony) the 70200GM (for fuji it would be the 50-140) while the actual wedding, and the fast portrait lenses only for the stills after.
    I think the Viltrox is a good option (as its the only one today), but still hoping that Samyang comes up with one of their premium AF Lenses for Fuji, also some Sigma Art lenses for Fuji would be nice.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      I'd like to see both of those, too. Samyang just released an X-mount 75mm F1.8.

  • @BrightExposure
    @BrightExposure Před rokem

    Very Impressive!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      It really is, and I've been even more impressed after reviewing other lenses that have struggled with this kind of resolution.

  • @VisionStudioFilms
    @VisionStudioFilms Před rokem

    Hi Dustin I am waiting review of Astrhori Lens 85mm f1.8 AF for Sony! pls share with us! Chees from Brazil

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      Unfortunately I have no current plans to review that lens.

  • @kzr83
    @kzr83 Před rokem +3

    Dustin, you're not helping my GAS!... 🤣

  • @szank
    @szank Před rokem

    Wow, much appreciated review. Especially that my main subject is pretty lively kid, I can safely cross out this lens from my wishlist. I have the viltrox 56/1.4 already, and if the continous auto focus is even worse then there's no point buyin it (for me!)

    • @kzr83
      @kzr83 Před rokem +1

      Very wise, buddy. So that's the 'little angel' speaking in the right ear. The 'little devil' 😈 speaking in the left ear would say: well, kids grow up quickly and quickly become responsive to posing requests and such 😄

    • @szank
      @szank Před rokem +1

      @@kzr83 good one 😂.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      Love the dialogue here.

  • @suhangyin8872
    @suhangyin8872 Před rokem

    This lens is astonishingly good at it's price.

  • @alanm.4298
    @alanm.4298 Před rokem

    Frankly, it is amazing what Viltrox has accomplished with this and some of their other lenses. Testing it on such a high resolutiin, unforgiving sensor would have shredded most lenses, but this 75mm came through with flying colors! Viltrox has rapidly become a serious contender producing world class lenses.
    What's a shame is that Canon has blocked Viltrox (and all 3rd party lens manufacturers) from making AF lenses for their RF mount cameras. This lens would be superb on an R7!

  • @HoanNguyen-ji4hc
    @HoanNguyen-ji4hc Před 2 dny

    MF mode cannot be obtained by focusing ring on my XT5 + Viltrox 75mm f1.2 combo. Has anyone here found the same thing?

  • @powerlurker
    @powerlurker Před rokem

    this is the best lens Viltrox made by far

  • @daniel_b_living6133
    @daniel_b_living6133 Před rokem

    So viltrox or Fuji 90mm? I prefer a bit of character with sharpness as a close second.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +2

      I'm a pretty big fan of the Viltrox. It's an amazing lens.

    • @daniel_b_living6133
      @daniel_b_living6133 Před rokem

      @@DustinAbbottTWI My only concern is my body is the XPro2 and I don’t know if this will be super front heavy. What do you think?

  • @VAtoProAnnMarjorie
    @VAtoProAnnMarjorie Před rokem

    is it okay for Fuji XA3?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      I'm not familiar with the camera, but as long as it has an X-mount, then yes.

  • @GregorMima
    @GregorMima Před rokem +2

    Viltrox we need an E-Mouint version 😉!

  • @Audimann
    @Audimann Před rokem +2

    Past: I got the Viltrox 13mm and I promised myself something. Stop buying gear!!!!!!!
    Today: Ok, the 75mm will be my last lens for the Fuji system. No really I mean it this time!!!
    Near future: hmm, Nikon released the Z8. Interesting!

  • @tambokpatikanttr1334
    @tambokpatikanttr1334 Před rokem +1

    Got a preorder, now time to explain to the wife. 😂

  • @tadcraig3162
    @tadcraig3162 Před rokem

    Are they going to make this w a Nikon Z Mount?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      I don't know the answer to that, but I wouldn't be surprised.

  • @frankmaoro4287
    @frankmaoro4287 Před rokem

    Dustin, would you definitely conclude that the Viltrox 75 1.2 lens can resolve all the 40 MP? Just as Fuji has its lineup of native lenses that can resolve all that and some don't. Thanks

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +2

      I would say the answer is yes. I don't know that I've seen sharper results from any other Fuji X mount lens.

    • @frankmaoro4287
      @frankmaoro4287 Před rokem

      @@DustinAbbottTWI wow, it's in my purchase list!

  • @madcat1007
    @madcat1007 Před měsícem

    Hey Dustin great review. Thanks. Sorely tempted to spring for this one. I am held back by the fear that you and all the other positive reviewers on you tube have some kind of affiliation with Viltrox. Please say it isn't so!!

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před měsícem +1

      Is it really logical that every reviewer has been bought off? I can assure you that this isn't the case. I don't have any kind of unique affiliation with Viltrox.

    • @madcat1007
      @madcat1007 Před měsícem

      Good to know.

  • @vrtrasura5060
    @vrtrasura5060 Před rokem

    Maybe a dumb question, could this lens take a teleconverter?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      I don't think so. There isn't enough room at the back.

    • @vrtrasura5060
      @vrtrasura5060 Před rokem +1

      @@DustinAbbottTWI Thanks! They sold out instantly, I didn't make the cut... Good video!

  • @hypeuprise7026
    @hypeuprise7026 Před rokem

    I really hope this will go to E mount too

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      I'm very confident that it will within Q1 2023

    • @hypeuprise7026
      @hypeuprise7026 Před rokem

      @@DustinAbbottTWI yeah it would make sense since they have such a great lens made here

  • @basuranijuan
    @basuranijuan Před 11 měsíci

    In my opinion, this lens is suitable for a pre-wedding session or couple portraits.

  • @stevesvanderpool8653
    @stevesvanderpool8653 Před rokem

    Please tell them to bring this to Sony!!

  • @chacmool2581
    @chacmool2581 Před rokem

    Best budget Portrait lens of all time?

  • @artsilva
    @artsilva Před rokem

    Makes me want to sell off my XF90mm and XF56mm

  • @KarolLubiejewski
    @KarolLubiejewski Před 9 měsíci

    Did anyone notice this lens has aperture issues - somewhere between 9-16 it often incorrectly opens the aperture and for instance f14 is brighter (bigger whole) then f13 and there is no difference between f9 and f10 (aperture doesn’t change at all.
    I know 99% of users value this lens for its superb quality at f1.2 but it is definitely the issue confirmed by the Viltox distributor and none of the firmware updates so far didn’t solve it.

  • @shang-hsienyang1284
    @shang-hsienyang1284 Před rokem

    I hope Viltrox could update the 23mm f/1.4 to the same standard of the 75mm and 13mm.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      That's doable, I'm sure.

    • @yunzhongxu8737
      @yunzhongxu8737 Před rokem

      viltrox will release 27mmf.12 soon

    • @shang-hsienyang1284
      @shang-hsienyang1284 Před rokem

      @@yunzhongxu8737 thanks! I've just found the rumors too. A set of 13mm, 27mm, and 75mm would be very compelling.

  • @marcp.1752
    @marcp.1752 Před rokem +1

    Now, if *only* the hood would be like Sigma offerings, means full metal lens hood, instead of plastic. The lens is into it's price class without competition, a excellent #1 PRO lens from Viltrox.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      Agreed.

    • @RiposteThis
      @RiposteThis Před rokem +4

      Why? It's a lens hood.... and a good plastic will absorb impact better than a cheap metal any day of the week.

    • @marcp.1752
      @marcp.1752 Před rokem

      @@RiposteThis I shoot since 1984. I've never, ever bumped a lens hood against anything. I care much about my gear and lenses, being always cautious. A metal lens hood is much more premium from build quality, and stylish.

    • @RiposteThis
      @RiposteThis Před rokem +3

      @@marcp.1752 So from what you're saying, there is really no point it's just you being picky over something that doesn't matter at all. Especially at a $600 f1.2 lens that is optically almost perfect...
      You remind me of those guys who can see an absolutely stunning woman, and then say you don't like them because their elbows are too pointy.

    • @marcp.1752
      @marcp.1752 Před rokem

      ​@@RiposteThis 1st your post doesnt make sense - i have not been picky about the lens IQ, but lens hood - different thing. 2nd this lens is great, i've seen all reviews the past 3 days , but what you don*t get or accept is - not everyone does share your, very own personal opinion! I like Metal lens hoods, not plastic, not rubber - just get this ! thanks.

  • @dobrecristianro
    @dobrecristianro Před 6 měsíci

    I really think that manufacturers like Viltrox and Samyang will finally get SoCaNikon with their feet on the ground regarding their outrageous and not justified prices of their pro lenses.
    In the end everybody will be forced to cut their prices to normal if they want to survive.

  • @jjchockey
    @jjchockey Před rokem

    This lens paired with a used XT20 for $450 is the ultimate $1000 portrait setup. Bargain.

  • @jesselau9021
    @jesselau9021 Před rokem

    nice chinese lens,for entry level photographers

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem +1

      Hmmm, not sure I agree on the entry level part. This image quality is on par with some of the best expensive lenses that I test.

    • @bigd7696
      @bigd7696 Před rokem

      Wow, that is horrifically judgmental and condescending! Well done if that was your goal.

  • @thedanwriter1
    @thedanwriter1 Před rokem

    Why do these images look noisy?

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      I don't think that they do, actually (definitely not in the originals), so I'm not sure what you're seeing.

  • @oliverlison
    @oliverlison Před rokem

    I am certainly not interested in this lens. There is no professional support.
    The AF speed and accuracy does not convince me. My old Nikon 85/1.8 AFD seems to do better to be honest.

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      Are you saying there is no support out of experience? Also, curious about what you say about focus accuracy. I got great focus accuracy in my tests - much better that I saw with DSLR lenses in general.

    • @xmj6830
      @xmj6830 Před rokem

      It is sad to see that some have preconceived judgement without any solid facts. Just based on ignorance...But remember, ignorance is a dangerous thing!

  • @Tim.Pierce
    @Tim.Pierce Před rokem

    WARNING Do not watch if youre on a youtube premium subscription.. you will see ads in here and I HATE ads and Im no longer following this channel due fact it runs ads in premium content

    • @CoveringFish
      @CoveringFish Před rokem +1

      What are you on about there’s no ads

    • @Tim.Pierce
      @Tim.Pierce Před rokem

      @@CoveringFish well I did see ads in mine don't know how you're not getting them.. most vids I don't see ads although on my computer this video is showing ads in my premium subscription

    • @DustinAbbottTWI
      @DustinAbbottTWI  Před rokem

      @Tim Pierce - if you are having that issue, that's something to take up with CZcams. It has nothing to do with this channel; I have no control over that.

    • @ravindersingh-uk5xf
      @ravindersingh-uk5xf Před rokem +1

      I have premium there are no adds.