Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 STM II vs Sony FE 85mm f/1.8

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This week I test the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 STM II against it's closest rival, the Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 using my Sony A7III to find out which of these options is the best budget, medium telephoto autofocus lens.
The Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 STM II is priced at just £320 ($399), whilst the Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 costs £505 ($599), so both of these lenses are very well priced for anyone shopping for an 85mm prime on a tight budget. But are they any good? Let's find out...
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Intro - @00:00
Lens Specs - @0:50
Vignetting, Distortion & Sharpness - @2:23
Image Review - @4:29
Bokeh - @4:58
Auto Focus Performance - @5:38
Auto Focus Noise - @6:27
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@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

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 KZfaq page . Roy J. Philadelphia Pa. USA

@ChimaChindaDev 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@peterphan227 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@AKFnick 3 жыл бұрын

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 🤜💥🤛

@TheBlaqros3 3 жыл бұрын

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 🤜🤛

@Imrankadir 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Great explained

@TomCalton 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@nicolasdormes2945 2 жыл бұрын

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

@garethcallan8335 8 ай бұрын

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.

@elradmanafov9822 3 жыл бұрын

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

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub! Welcome aboard!

@ceejaicuenza 3 жыл бұрын

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! 🎉

@gardeksfunplace 3 жыл бұрын

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 👍

@big7mac 3 жыл бұрын

Subscribed. Smashing material!

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Welcome aboard! 🙌

@notoironfist1280 2 жыл бұрын

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

@TomCalton 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Enjoy the lens ☺️

@kenzo450D Жыл бұрын

This video is so helpful :) Thank you

@TomCalton Жыл бұрын

My pleasure, glad I could help!

@baddoggi4238 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@arthurrodrigues8913 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely nice video, congrats

@TomCalton 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud! Appreciate it as always!

@d-hell 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@AondeVamos 2 жыл бұрын

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 😅

@mft4 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, subbed.

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard! Thanks for watching 👍

@KawsarHossen-rf2uf Жыл бұрын

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

@SuperFabiano07 Жыл бұрын

what an amazing video bro" love it!

@Yayasister57 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@simoncelli8219 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊 just ordered my viltrox 🙌

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it! 😁

@NavrajRajLostSouls Жыл бұрын

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

@TomCalton Жыл бұрын

No worries, welcome aboard 🤘🏻

@talhabaigg 3 жыл бұрын

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! 🤘

@redwanurrahman7227 2 жыл бұрын

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

@bassemgouda 2 жыл бұрын

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 ???

@aroundtheworld5901 Жыл бұрын

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.

@kurentas 3 жыл бұрын

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...

@ecellis9651 Жыл бұрын

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!

@stefan_becker 3 жыл бұрын

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".

@bananapie2198 3 жыл бұрын

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. 😊

@DailyKim99 3 жыл бұрын

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 🙌

@mirajabzadeh8714 2 жыл бұрын

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

@giganakashidze6278 Жыл бұрын

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?

@prenomnom7325 Жыл бұрын

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

@dawfurby 5 ай бұрын

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

@johnashcroft-jones6091 3 жыл бұрын

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

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, welcome abroad! 🤘

@albiorix9645 9 ай бұрын

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

@thatboyfloyd 3 жыл бұрын

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 😊

@markelyzerchavez 10 ай бұрын

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

@RyanJS08 3 жыл бұрын

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

@mylesgarado212 7 ай бұрын

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

@bigpoewing 9 ай бұрын

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

@vivienjegesi2520 3 жыл бұрын

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! :)

@arttiz01 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@rockabrilia Жыл бұрын

Will customer ask what lenses do you use?

@berndadam8703 2 жыл бұрын

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

@tommychan9636 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@ferdinandbautista5788 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@crnapagoda 2 жыл бұрын

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? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gLCWepd0393doHk.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

@anthonylee5305 10 ай бұрын

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 10 ай бұрын

Is it working good or any problem

@anthonylee5305 10 ай бұрын

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

@FulmoStudio 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@cabanerojune1948 3 жыл бұрын

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 2 ай бұрын

In Germany theres no price difference

@hotpawke_t 6 күн бұрын

@@cabanerojune1948 r u okay? You seem special

@feelvisuals1048 3 жыл бұрын

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.

@RWAquariumPages Жыл бұрын

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..

@ophoto.peterorban 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@thephotopro7193 3 жыл бұрын

All time fav brother ❤️

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude 👍

@rutaemilija8653 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@KompanetsMax 2 жыл бұрын

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

@GabriellCoruja Жыл бұрын

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.

@khongphearum9675 3 жыл бұрын

You're so funny 😃 really entertaining review

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud, glad you enjoyed it!

@JohnJBloomfield 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@geofftonks8960 Ай бұрын

Excellent presentation

@NT_1 Жыл бұрын

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.

@Saigrace 2 жыл бұрын

Viltrox 85 1.8.

@TomCalton 2 жыл бұрын

It's a great lens 👌🏻

@Kymio038 3 жыл бұрын

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 KZfaq 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.

@RyanSotelo 3 жыл бұрын

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

@georgios9384 5 ай бұрын

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

@dannya8864 3 жыл бұрын

Great channel

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude! 🤜🤛

@vilnisphoto Жыл бұрын

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

@rectape 3 жыл бұрын

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 👌

@alsoashish9313 3 ай бұрын

Which camera you used in this viedeo

@Andrewmusic100 3 жыл бұрын

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

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Here you go: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jZ2facKTlZnXeoU.html

@runrunrunrunrunrunrun 2 жыл бұрын

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 - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iLRiZb2JzMjYlpc.html). I hope this helps!

@ashyxt 2 жыл бұрын

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

@tomtomtom7411 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@lionellow105 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@jheeltcharls 3 жыл бұрын

Topppp Bro!!

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching dude 🤜💥🤛

@hungrychad Жыл бұрын

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.

@sydneyraab 2 жыл бұрын

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.

@kennethearl9878 3 жыл бұрын

Is Viltrox compatible with Canon 250d?

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

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

@matthewjeffres1289 3 жыл бұрын

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 🤘

@VictorSiguenza-tv2bi Жыл бұрын

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!

@White3N12 Жыл бұрын

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

@TomCalton Жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy your new lens!

@rajatpathy8523 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@RRan-dk7ct 2 жыл бұрын

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

@dominatememagonline6334 3 ай бұрын

I own the Viltrox and love it. Excellent lens.

@saifhshaikh6014 3 жыл бұрын

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: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qZlja9GrzLKchHU.html

@ceejaicuenza 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@samiulalamsiyam3700 9 ай бұрын

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

@플레이리스트 2 жыл бұрын

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

@powerlurker 3 жыл бұрын

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 👍

@pedroseara720 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@davidgifford8112 3 жыл бұрын

Guessed the Sony 85mm. Focus was on the eye not in front.

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Nicely done 👍

@maddenfan6683 3 жыл бұрын

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!

@rickbiessman6084 11 ай бұрын

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.

@jonathanzamora6598 2 жыл бұрын

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!

@rclarkdigitalart6105 3 жыл бұрын

I love mine

@TomCalton 3 жыл бұрын

Which one do you own?

@thepangcakefootballshow2341 3 жыл бұрын

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.