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Rank 23 out of 49 Summarized in this category Rankings based on: • Pros-to-cons ratio • Number of reviews • Category average

Viltrox

35mm F1.7

Name: 35mm F1.7
Brand: Viltrox

around $179

All prices are estimates and may vary from actual prices.

246 Pros

71%
25 reviews (4h 3m)

101 Cons

Discover the Viltrox 35mm F1.7, a lens that redefines what’s possible on a budget. This impressively compact and ultra-lightweight prime is the perfect companion for street, travel, and everyday photography. Its standout feature is its phenomenal sharpness, delivering razor-sharp images that resolve even high-megapixel sensors with ease, often outp...

Summary of pros and cons from human reviewers, put together by AI

64%

67 vs 37

Build Quality

60%

34 vs 23

Image Quality

70%

28 vs 12

Autofocus

95%

41 vs 2

Value for Money

76%

32 vs 10

Sharpness

Reviewer verdict

Across 25 YouTube reviews, the Viltrox 35mm F1.7 earns an Index score of 3.8/5, ranking #23 among Lenses. Reviewers most often praise its build quality, value for money, image quality, while the most common criticisms concern build quality, image quality.

The 35mm F1.7 is repeatedly praised for its tiny, lightweight build and solid feel, with many reviewers (67 mentions) highlighting how compact and well-balanced it is on small cameras. Across reviews (41 mentions) critics consistently call it outstanding value for money, noting it delivers image quality and autofocus performance that punch well above its low price. Reviewers also commonly commend its optical performance — sharpness, center resolution and controlled aberrations are frequent positives (34–32 mentions), and autofocus is described as fast, quiet and reliable by many (28 mentions). Additional recurring compliments include pleasant bokeh, good low-light capability from the f/1.7 aperture, and useful features like a USB‑C port for firmware updates.

Most criticisms focus on build compromises: numerous reviewers (37 mentions) point out the mostly plastic construction, lack of weather sealing and absence of tactile controls such as an aperture ring or AF/MF switch. Image issues are mentioned by several reviewers (23 mentions), with vignetting, occasional flare and some chromatic aberration or fringing visible wide open in high-contrast situations. A smaller but notable group (12 mentions) report autofocus shortcomings for demanding tracking or fast-action use, describing hunting, slower continuous-AF or audible motor noise in certain scenarios. Other recurring negatives include limited close-up magnification, lack of optical stabilization, and some softness or corner softness at the widest aperture.

Analysis based on 25 YouTube reviews (4h 3m of video) with 246 pros and 101 cons extracted.

Pros (246)

Build Quality (67)

It has a metal lens mount with a USBC port for firmware updates. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 1:47
It balances very well on cameras like the X-Pro3 and doesn't block the optical viewfinder. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 2:50
It is small, has a matte black finish, and is inconspicuous, making it a great stealthy package. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 11:30
It's very small and compact, making it great for street and travel photographers. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 1:29
It's a very well put-together lens with no rattles. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 2:25
Handling is phenomenal due to its small and light form factor. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 4:18
Good build quality for its price range, made from good quality plastic with a metal mount. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 0:30
The focus ring is smooth, well-damped, and of decent quality. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 0:40
Very lightweight at only 170g and balances well on cameras. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 1:22
It's very lightweight, weighing only 170g (6oz). ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 1:57
The lens has a solid build quality with a metal mount. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 3:18
The manual focus ring has a nice resistance, which allows for very accurate focusing. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 3:31
Amazingly lightweight. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Nikon Z Review | TIPS for Your PHOTOS & @ 1:02
The focus ring turns smoothly. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Nikon Z Review | TIPS for Your PHOTOS & @ 1:04
Features a USBC port for future firmware updates. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Nikon Z Review | TIPS for Your PHOTOS & @ 1:07
Forms a compact and lightweight setup with APSC cameras. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Nikon Z Review | TIPS for Your PHOTOS & @ 4:22
Its size and weight are excellent, making it a great option for smaller cameras like the Fujifilm X-M5. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 1:48
It is super lightweight at only 187 grams. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 2:57
It is light, compact, and feels strong. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 9:00
It is a "must own" for anyone using smaller Fujifilm cameras like the X-M5. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 9:22
It has a small, tiny body and is very lightweight at only 180g. ▶ $179 35mm King | Viltrox 35mm F1.7 Air & Sony A6000 | POV St @ 0:48
The lens is sealed and performed without any problems in heavy, wet snow. ▶ $179 35mm King | Viltrox 35mm F1.7 Air & Sony A6000 | POV St @ 11:15
It has a metal lens mount. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 0:32
It has a 52mm filter thread, which is the same as the Viltrox 56mm f/1.7, allowing for filter interchangeability. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 1:06
It's a lightweight lens, weighing only 170 grams (about 6 oz). ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 1:46
Features a USBC port for future firmware upgrades. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 2:03
The manual focus override is nice and smooth. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 2:12
It is very compact and delivers decent image quality. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 0:05
It has a metal lens mount. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 1:41
The front element has a special coating to prevent water drops or dust from sticking to it. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 3:12
It has a USB-C port for firmware updates. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 3:22
It's a very lightweight lens. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 3:29
Its small and lightweight build makes it easy to balance on a gimbal. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 13:07
The lens mount is made of metal, which is important for durability. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? @ 4:17
The focus ring feels really nice and smooth with a decent amount of dampening. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 1:23
It has a USBC port for firmware updates. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 1:39
Despite the low price and weight, it doesn't feel cheap or plasticky. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 1:56
Features a USB-C port for future firmware updates. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 2:07
It is small and compact, only slightly longer than the kit lens. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 2:14
The lens is very lightweight at just 170g. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 2:42
It is compact and lightweight, making it an ideal travel lens. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fuji @ 0:06
Despite its polycarbonate construction, the build quality is good and doesn't feel cheap. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fuji @ 2:32
Features a USBC port for firmware updates. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fuji @ 2:35
It has a well-machined metal mount. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 2:38
It has a consistent design, weight, size, and filter size with the 56mm f1.7, making it easy to build a cohesive kit with shared accessories. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 2:44
The lens is tiny, light, and extremely portable, balancing well on both small and large camera bodies. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 8:14
The size is not too big and can fit in a jacket pocket. ▶ I put a Viltrox 35mm F1.7 lens on my Fujifilm X-M5 @ 2:03
It has a hard plastic build that doesn't feel or look cheap. ▶ I put a Viltrox 35mm F1.7 lens on my Fujifilm X-M5 @ 2:11
It has a decent, lightweight body. ▶ I put a Viltrox 35mm F1.7 lens on my Fujifilm X-M5 @ 2:30
It's compact, small, and not too big. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 AIR - Portraits for the FujiFilm System @ 0:17
It's super light. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 AIR - Portraits for the FujiFilm System @ 0:47
It looks good on Fuji cameras. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 AIR - Portraits for the FujiFilm System @ 0:47
It pairs perfectly with the Fuji xe4. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 AIR - Portraits for the FujiFilm System @ 0:54
It's great to carry around. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 AIR - Portraits for the FujiFilm System @ 1:05
It's a good lens for traveling. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 AIR - Portraits for the FujiFilm System @ 1:10
The lens is very tiny and compact. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! @ 2:19
It is very lightweight at only 170g. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! @ 2:27
It has a USBC port on the mount for future firmware updates. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! @ 2:43
It has a USB-C port for future firmware updates. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 4:51
It's lightweight and portable. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 2:10
It's lightweight and easy to carry around. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 6:40
It's designed to work seamlessly with Fujifilm cameras and balances well on X-mount bodies. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 7:29
The lens is well-made. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 8:47
It is super small and compact. ▶ The Best Budget Sony APSC Prime Lens! (Viltrox 35mm F1.7) / @ 2:27
It is lightweight (180g) and compact. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 2:20
The build quality feels fairly robust. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 4:09
It is super small and lightweight. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 1:10

Value for Money (41)

The price is an absolute steal. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 0:44
It is a small, budget-friendly, and ultra-light lens. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 0:10
It's small, light, well-performing, and very affordable. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 0:55
Extremely affordable at around $100. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 2:05
The image quality outperforms its price point. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 6:29
Offers great value with its low price and impressive image quality. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 4:24
It has an affordable market price of around $179. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 1:31
Offers wonderful performance for its price point and is highly recommended. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 11:49
Inexpensive, retailing for $179. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Nikon Z Review | TIPS for Your PHOTOS & @ 7:48
At its launch price of $179, it is a compelling purchase and offers good value. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 2:21
It is the new king on the market when it comes to price and quality. ▶ $179 35mm King | Viltrox 35mm F1.7 Air & Sony A6000 | POV St @ 0:26
It's a really budget-friendly lens, costing less than $200. ▶ $179 35mm King | Viltrox 35mm F1.7 Air & Sony A6000 | POV St @ 0:32
For its price, you get amazing quality and great sharpness. ▶ $179 35mm King | Viltrox 35mm F1.7 Air & Sony A6000 | POV St @ 0:38
It is very affordable. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 0:11
It has a very competitive price point compared to first-party Fuji options. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? @ 1:19
The autofocus, sharpness, and almost everything else has been great. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 0:11
It seems to be over-delivering in almost every category for its price. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 6:24
It is a very affordable lens, costing only $179. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 0:16
It is very budget-friendly and offers a fantastic deal for the price. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fuji @ 4:52
Its center sharpness is comparable to the much more expensive Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 from f/2 onwards. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 5:22
It offers excellent value, having very few downsides for its price. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 10:18
Its performance is comparable to a Sigma lens or the Fujifilm 33mm F1.4. ▶ I put a Viltrox 35mm F1.7 lens on my Fujifilm X-M5 @ 4:03
It's very affordable. ▶ I put a Viltrox 35mm F1.7 lens on my Fujifilm X-M5 @ 4:11
It has a very low price ($179), which is less than half the price of the Fuji f/2 equivalent. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! @ 0:18
It is very cheap, very small, and light. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 0:21
It delivers really good results for a cheap lens. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 1:06
It's a good, affordable standard prime lens suitable for photography and video. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 4:14
It's great value for money. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 5:10
It is very affordable, significantly cheaper than Fujifilm's equivalents. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 2:15
Delivers sharp, clean results with excellent overall image quality for its price. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 6:16
At its price point, it's considered a 'no-brainer'. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 8:15
It is very affordable, priced at under $200. ▶ This $180 Lens is CRAZY Good! (Viltrox 35mm f/1.7) @ 0:04
Feels well-built with metal components and has a high-quality feel for its price. ▶ This $180 Lens is CRAZY Good! (Viltrox 35mm f/1.7) @ 3:28
Performs as well as lenses that are double its price. ▶ This $180 Lens is CRAZY Good! (Viltrox 35mm f/1.7) @ 7:30
It's super budget-friendly and cheap. ▶ The Best Budget Sony APSC Prime Lens! (Viltrox 35mm F1.7) / @ 0:18
The autofocus quality is incredible for its price point. ▶ The Best Budget Sony APSC Prime Lens! (Viltrox 35mm F1.7) / @ 2:58
It offers great value for its price. ▶ The Best Budget Sony APSC Prime Lens! (Viltrox 35mm F1.7) / @ 3:34
It is a good lens at a good price. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 0:10
Excellent value for money at £139, with a metal mount. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 2:43
It is a very affordable lens. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 0:00
Good build quality for its price, featuring a durable plastic body and a metal lens mount. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 1:20

Image Quality (34)

Exhibits hardly any color fringing. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 2:52
It is ultra sharp with great, amazing bokeh. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 0:15
The lens is very resistant to flare, even without the hood. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 2:09
The image quality is very good, making the subject pop nicely. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 4:21
The image has a good 3D pop to it. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 11:10
Image quality is punchy, contrasty, and sharp in the center. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 5:14
There isn't much distortion or vignetting. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 6:07
Fringing is pretty decent and not very noticeable. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 6:18
No chromatic aberrations (purple fringing) wide open, even in extreme conditions. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 2:27
Performs very well against strong light sources with minimal flaring and no loss in contrast. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 4:07
Chromatic aberration is well controlled. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 8:03
Longitudinal chromatic aberration is almost non-existent. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 10:25
The multi-layer coating provides incredible results when shooting in sunlight, producing a lot less ghosting. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 2:50
Compared to other budget options, it has less vignetting and less chromatic aberration. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 6:12
Provides decent subject-background separation in video when shooting wide open. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 8:17
It is optically more perfect, providing a very modern, clinical look. ▶ The Best CHEAP Lenses for Street Photography @ 9:38
It's a super nice lens. ▶ The Best CHEAP Lenses for Street Photography @ 10:00
It produces photos with much better contrast and colors compared to the TTArtisan, suggesting better lens coating. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 9:20
With lens profile correction enabled, it has only a minimal amount of vignetting at f/1.7. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 9:53
Chromatic aberration control is very good. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 10:52
Lens flare performance is pretty good and noticeably better than the TTArtisan. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 11:41
The overall image quality is rated as "pretty damn good." ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? @ 6:47
Has no major issues with flaring and veiling in normal shooting conditions. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 2:29
It has a nice even sharpness and decent contrast across the entire frame, even at f/1.7. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 5:11
No signs of chromatic aberration. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 5:17
The overall optical performance is pretty amazing. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 5:56
There is not a lot of distortion or vignetting to complain about. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 6:01
Chromatic aberration is very well-controlled and difficult to find. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fuji @ 4:03
Coma and astigmatism are really well controlled, making it a good option for astrophotography. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 6:03
It's a really good lens. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 AIR - Portraits for the FujiFilm System @ 0:16
The photos it produces look great. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 AIR - Portraits for the FujiFilm System @ 1:00
Good optical performance with no noticeable chromatic aberration or other issues, even wide open. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! @ 1:52
The overall quality is very good, with good color and contrast in ideal lighting. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 1:14
The colors from the lens look great. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 6:48

Sharpness (32)

Very sharp in the center, even when shooting wide open at f/1.7. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 2:46
Corner sharpness is very impressive for such a small and inexpensive lens. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 2:55
It is very sharp and resolves the 40-megapixel sensor without problems, even better than comparable Fuji lenses. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 5:34
The lens is razor sharp. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review Street Photography in Fort Worth S @ 0:33
The lens is super sharp. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review Street Photography in Fort Worth S @ 5:21
It's a sharp lens and it works phenomenally. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review Street Photography in Fort Worth S @ 5:46
When stopped down to f/2.8 or f/3.5, you get edge-to-edge sharpness. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 6:04
Sharp in the center of the frame from f/1.7 with plenty of details and good contrast. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 2:52
Can handle a 40-megapixel sensor, producing detailed photos. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 3:31
It is sharp in both the center and the corners, even at f/1.7. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 9:23
It delivers really good results and is incredibly sharp, even when shooting wide open at f/1.7. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 3:40
The lens performs incredibly well and can resolve the detail of the 40-megapixel sensor. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 4:42
It is very sharp. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 4:32
Becomes much sharper across the frame when stopped down to f/4. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 4:59
The center is already reasonably sharp at its maximum f/1.7 aperture. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 4:37
It becomes really sharp in the center when stopped down to f/2.8. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 5:01
It is significantly sharper in the corners than the TTArtisan lens at maximum aperture. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 5:48
It has good corner-to-corner sharpness, even on a cheaper lens. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? @ 7:22
Close-up shots at minimum focus look really nice and sharp, even wide open. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 3:09
It is surprisingly sharp in the center of images, even wide open at f/1.7. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 4:44
It is also decently sharp at the edges when wide open. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 4:52
Image quality is great, delivering tack-sharp images in the center when shooting wide open. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fuji @ 3:32
Displays very good sharpness in the center of the frame wide open, becoming excellent by f/2.8. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 4:52
Overall sharpness is better than Fujifilm's 35mm f/2 lenses. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 5:17
It's a very sharp lens, noticeably sharper than the Fujifilm 23mm f2. ▶ I put a Viltrox 35mm F1.7 lens on my Fujifilm X-M5 @ 3:53
It's really sharp. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 AIR - Portraits for the FujiFilm System @ 0:17
It performs well and resolves fine on both older 26MP and newer 40MP sensors. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! @ 3:09
Wide open, the sharpness in the center is very good and way above average for its class. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 1:38
Captures sharper detail in photos compared to a standard kit lens. ▶ This $180 Lens is CRAZY Good! (Viltrox 35mm f/1.7) @ 6:34
The lens is super sharp with impressive detail. ▶ The Best Budget Sony APSC Prime Lens! (Viltrox 35mm F1.7) / @ 2:40
At its closest focusing distance, it provides lots of detail and is very sharp. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 1:47
It is unexpectedly sharp when shooting wide open. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 6:14

Autofocus (28)

The autofocus is fast enough for its intended use in photography. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 4:51
The autofocus motor is silent and very fast. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 1:35
The autofocus on the Sony A7R V has been phenomenal. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review Street Photography in Fort Worth S @ 2:58
The focus is on point (tested on Nikon Z8). ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review Street Photography in Fort Worth S @ 5:24
Human tracking autofocus works great. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review Street Photography in Fort Worth S @ 5:35
Autofocus for photography is fast and reliable. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 1:37
Video autofocus is good. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 2:02
The silent stepping motor makes it a good choice for video recording as it doesn't make noise during autofocus. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 1:39
Focusing is smooth, quick, and silent. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Nikon Z Review | TIPS for Your PHOTOS & @ 1:36
The autofocus, featuring a stepping motor, is great and performs better than competing lenses. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 3:13
It has super accurate and really fast autofocus. ▶ $179 35mm King | Viltrox 35mm F1.7 Air & Sony A6000 | POV St @ 0:42
The autofocus works well, with eye-detect successfully focusing through glasses. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 4:24
It has pretty good autofocus performance, which is fast and quiet. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 3:48
Autofocus tracking works pretty well when shooting video. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 12:55
The autofocus performed well during real-world use like portrait sessions. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? @ 9:28
The autofocus performance is excellent. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 3:34
The autofocus is impressively quick. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 4:09
The autofocus system is accurate. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 6:26
Autofocus is quick and snappy with zero issues. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fuji @ 3:22
Autofocus is snappy and confident thanks to its stepping motors. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 3:51
AFC tracking performance is very good. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 4:18
The autofocus is decent. ▶ I put a Viltrox 35mm F1.7 lens on my Fujifilm X-M5 @ 5:26
For everyday use, it focuses quickly enough and is fairly quiet. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 2:01
The autofocus is excellent, locking on to moving subjects quickly and accurately, especially in AFC mode. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 5:13
For general shooting, the autofocus is snappy, quick, precise, and reliable. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 5:27
Autofocus is super reliable, even when moving around. ▶ The Best Budget Sony APSC Prime Lens! (Viltrox 35mm F1.7) / @ 2:47
Autofocus is quick for normal use, going from a few meters to infinity. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 1:00
It works with modern camera features like eye-recognition autofocus. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 8:14

Features (15)

Includes a USBC port on the lens mount for firmware updates. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 1:33
It has a good minimum focus distance of 0.33 meters. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 3:57
Features a USB-C port for firmware updates. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 1:07
Has almost no focus breathing, which is great for video. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 2:18
It has a great minimum focus distance of 0.33m (13 inches), allowing for creative close-up shots. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 2:22
It is an autofocus lens. ▶ The Best CHEAP Lenses for Street Photography @ 8:58
It has a pretty decent maximum magnification ratio of 0.13x, almost double that of the TTArtisan. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 7:54
It has excellent focus breathing control, showing virtually no focus breathing. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 13:18
It includes autofocus, which is a significant feature for a lower-priced third-party lens. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? @ 5:57
You can store up to 2 megabytes of data on the lens itself. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 1:45
There's very little focus breathing, making it great for video. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 4:44
It is an autofocus lens. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! @ 0:56
There is a very small amount of focus breathing. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 4:07
Features a USB-C port for firmware updates. ▶ This $180 Lens is CRAZY Good! (Viltrox 35mm f/1.7) @ 4:10
It has a built-in USB-C port for firmware updates. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 4:35

Bokeh (13)

The nine-blade diaphragm helps create creamy bokeh. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 1:56
Produces nice, oval-shaped out-of-focus highlights (bokeh). ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 3:56
The bokeh is better and much smoother than the Fujifilm 35mm F2 lens. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 7:35
The f/1.7 aperture provides nice, sharp bokeh in the background. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review Street Photography in Fort Worth S @ 0:51
Has a fast f/1.7 aperture, which is good for creating background bokeh. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Nikon Z Review | TIPS for Your PHOTOS & @ 1:55
Produces a wonderfully 'boke-ified' background when shooting wide open at f/1.7. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 4:10
The nine aperture blades give a pretty nice looking bokeh. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 2:51
It produces a very nice, smooth, and dreamy out-of-focus background. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 5:27
Produces smooth bokeh. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fuji @ 3:43
The bokeh is smooth and non-distracting. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 6:38
The bokeh it delivers is good and not too busy. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 2:42
The f1.7 aperture provides nice subject separation and a blurry background. ▶ The Best Budget Sony APSC Prime Lens! (Viltrox 35mm F1.7) / @ 0:49
Features 9 diaphragm blades for good bokeh. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 2:36

Low Light Performance (7)

The f/1.7 aperture provides good light-gathering capabilities. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 8:24
Performs very well in low-light conditions. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 5:30
The fast f/1.7 aperture is advantageous in low-light situations. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Nikon Z Review | TIPS for Your PHOTOS & @ 6:07
Performs really well in terms of distance and sharpness, even in low light. ▶ $179 35mm King | Viltrox 35mm F1.7 Air & Sony A6000 | POV St @ 5:18
Good low light performance due to its wide aperture. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 5:55
The f/1.7 aperture is helpful for low-light capabilities. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fuji @ 4:46
The wide f/1.7 aperture allows for great low-light performance and creates a nice bokeh effect. ▶ This $180 Lens is CRAZY Good! (Viltrox 35mm f/1.7) @ 1:26

Accessories (5)

It comes with a plastic lens hood. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 2:05
A nice felt lens pouch is included in the box. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 1:26
The lens cap fits snugly and securely. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fuji @ 3:06
The included lens hood is substantial and offers good protection. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 3:37
Includes a soft storage pouch and a lens hood. ▶ This $180 Lens is CRAZY Good! (Viltrox 35mm f/1.7) @ 2:54

Focal Length/Range (3)

It is a versatile lens, capable of portraiture, street photography, and landscape photography. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 7:56
The 35mm focal length is versatile, suitable for portraits, landscapes, and everyday photography. ▶ The Best Budget Sony APSC Prime Lens! (Viltrox 35mm F1.7) / @ 1:48
It fills a gap in the native Nikon DX lens lineup for a ~50mm equivalent. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 8:31

Distortion (1)

Distortion control is pretty good, showing very little distortion. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 11:12

Cons (101)

Build Quality (37)

The lens body is made entirely of plastic. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 1:44
The lens does not have weather sealing. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 10:30
It lacks weather sealing. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 3:10
There is no manual focus switch on the lens body. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 3:17
The focus ring makes some noise when you turn it. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 3:25
It does not have an aperture ring. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 0:51
The lens is not weather-sealed and lacks a rubber gasket on the mount. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 1:03
There are no physical controls, buttons, or switches on the lens body. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 4:46
It has a feeling of "imperfectness" compared to more expensive, higher-end Fujifilm lenses. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 7:57
The lens appears to have an all-plastic construction, apart from the mount and glass elements. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 0:30
It has a plastic body. ▶ The Best CHEAP Lenses for Street Photography @ 9:41
It has a quite plasticky construction. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 1:36
There is no aperture ring. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 1:41
There are no buttons or switches on the lens body. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 1:44
It doesn't appear to be a weather-sealed lens. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 3:04
There is no rubber seal on the metal lens mount. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 3:20
The lens does not have a physical aperture ring, requiring control via a camera dial. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? @ 3:35
The lens body is fully plastic. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? @ 4:14
It is not fully weather-resistant, and it's recommended to avoid getting it wet. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? @ 6:20
The barrel is made out of plastic. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 1:18
There are no controls on the barrel itself except for the focus ring. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 1:21
The focus ring's travel is smooth but moves very freely and easily. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 2:32
The entire lens construction is plastic. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 2:40
The lens has no weather sealing. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fuji @ 2:40
The build quality is good, but not great, feeling a bit more 'plasticky' than Fujifilm's XC lenses. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 2:23
It lacks a physical aperture ring. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 3:31
There is no weather sealing. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 3:34
There is no aperture ring on the lens. ▶ I put a Viltrox 35mm F1.7 lens on my Fujifilm X-M5 @ 5:07
There is no aperture ring on the lens. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! @ 0:58
The entire lens, including the body and hood, is made of plastic. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! @ 2:35
There is no weather sealing. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! @ 2:54
The manual focus ring has a bit of a 'plastic on plastic' rubbing feel. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 4:28
There is no AF/MF switch on the lens; it must be changed in the camera menu. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 4:34
There is no weather sealing. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 4:49
The most noticeable tradeoff is the lack of an aperture ring. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 2:57
Not having an aperture ring can feel awkward, especially for Fujifilm shooters used to the tactile experience. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review @ 3:21
There is no official weather sealing. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 4:13

Image Quality (23)

There is a tiny bit of vignetting at f/1.7, which goes away by f/2. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 6:12
A very tiny hint of purple fringing can appear in high-contrast scenarios. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 6:21
Some longitudinal chromatic aberration is visible wide open, but it disappears by f/2.8. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 2:42
A small amount of purple fringing can be visible in some high-contrast situations. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 7:38
There is noticeable vignetting in the corners when shooting without a lens correction profile enabled. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 9:08
It can exhibit some chromatic aberration that is hard to fix in post, as well as some longitudinal chromatic aberration (LoCA). ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 8:29
There is a little bit of green fringing in high-contrast, out-of-focus areas like tree branches. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 7:20
Without lens profile correction, it has a lot more vignetting at f/1.7. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 10:18
It doesn't render beautiful sunstars. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 12:20
Sunstars are not sharp and look a bit messy, even at f/16. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 12:34
There is noticeable vignetting when shooting wide open at f/1.7. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? @ 7:00
The reviewer did not have a lens hood and had to shield the lens with his hand to avoid flare. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 2:02
There is some vignetting, though it's not a major issue. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 6:05
There is noticeable vignetting at the widest aperture. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 5:13
Some purple and green fringing can appear in out-of-focus areas in high-contrast scenes. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 5:38
It suffers from significant flare and ghosting when a bright light source hits the lens at specific angles. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 7:21
Produces a strong two-stop vignette wide open, which can be an issue if you need to retain shadow detail in the corners. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 7:46
It flares excessively when light comes directly into the lens, which can wash out the image. ▶ I put a Viltrox 35mm F1.7 lens on my Fujifilm X-M5 @ 4:24
There is some wild flaring and a drop in contrast when shooting towards bright light sources. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 1:23
Chromatic aberration is noticeable in certain situations. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 1:31
It suffers a bit from chromatic aberration in both photos and video. ▶ The Best Budget Sony APSC Prime Lens! (Viltrox 35mm F1.7) / @ 2:08
Exhibits vignetting when wide open, which disappears around f/4. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 7:04
Chromatic aberration is present when shooting wide open. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 8:01

Autofocus (12)

Autofocus struggles with face tracking in video, especially in low light, and can hunt for focus. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 5:39
It only works 'okay' with continuous autofocus (AFC). ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 3:24
The animal tracking autofocus is a little hesitant. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review Street Photography in Fort Worth S @ 5:37
Autofocus is not fast or snappy. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 6:52
The lens is not suitable for capturing subjects that move very fast due to its slow autofocus. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 7:23
The autofocus is not fast enough for shooting sports or action. ▶ The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm @ 9:10
The autofocus motor is not 100% quiet. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 4:17
The autofocus is not the quietest and makes a clicking sound that can be picked up by the camera's onboard microphone. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 4:14
AFC tracking is not quite as reliable as the 56mm f1.7 in the same series, resulting in more out-of-focus images. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 4:23
The autofocus tends to hunt a lot and can be inconsistent, which might be an issue for professional work requiring fast AF. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! @ 3:21
Autofocus might sometimes be too slow for serious or professional use. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 1:49
Autofocus is slow (takes almost a full second) when shifting from very close to far distances. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 0:43

Sharpness (10)

Image softness due to diffraction becomes noticeable after f/11. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 3:17
Edge sharpness suffers from some softness when shooting wide open. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 @ 5:32
The corners are a bit soft when shooting wide open at f/1.7. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 3:07
Image quality is slightly soft when shooting wide open at the minimum focus distance. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 @ 3:55
It's a little softer at f/1.7 due to the shallow depth of field compared to being stopped down. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 5:04
For close-up shots at minimum focus distance, you need to stop down to around f/2.8 to get good sharpness. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 8:18
It gets softer around the edges when stopping down to a narrower aperture. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 4:56
The corners are slightly soft when shooting wide open. ▶ Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? @ 5:04
It is fairly soft when shot wide open at f/1.7. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 7:01
There is some softness in the corners. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 7:36

Features (7)

Poor close-up capability with a maximum magnification of only 0.11x and a 33cm minimum focus distance. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 2:06
Lacks optical image stabilization, which can result in shaky handheld shots. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review @ 2:15
The lens does not have image stabilization (VR). ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Nikon Z Review | TIPS for Your PHOTOS & @ 3:34
Handheld video footage can be jittery due to the lack of stabilization. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Nikon Z Review | TIPS for Your PHOTOS & @ 3:54
The lens does not have image stabilization. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 3:03
There is some focus breathing. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! @ 4:11
There is no optical stabilization. ▶ The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 AP @ 4:47

Bokeh (6)

You lose a little background blur and bokeh ball size compared to an f/1.4 lens. ▶ Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Re @ 8:12
The bokeh is decent, but not exceptional or impressive. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 8:26
The bokeh exhibits a bit of a cat's eye effect in the corners. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 8:35
Some of the bokeh balls have a slightly oval shape. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 8:57
Some of the bokeh balls have a bit of an onion ring pattern. ▶ Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuj @ 9:02
There is some lemon-shaped (cat's eye) bokeh in the corners. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) @ 3:24

Accessories (4)

The lens hood connection feels a bit sticky and doesn't provide a satisfying 'click' to confirm it's locked in place. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! @ 3:46
The rear lens cap fits rather loosely. ▶ Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also a @ 1:19
The included storage pouch is made of very cheap material. ▶ This $180 Lens is CRAZY Good! (Viltrox 35mm f/1.7) @ 3:02
The lens hood does not click into place, though it feels snug. ▶ Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mou @ 5:01

Value for Money (2)

It is more expensive than its competitor. ▶ The Best CHEAP Lenses for Street Photography @ 9:43
It is not as sharp as the more expensive Fuji 35mm F2 lens. ▶ Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? @ 6:50

Review sources

Unexpected results - Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Air XF (APS-C Fuji X/ Nikon Z/Sony E) by Richard Wong — 19 pros, 12 cons
Viltrox 35mm f1.7 - It overdelivers! (Fuji, Sony, Nikon) 16 pros, 6 cons
Viltrox Air 35mm f/1.7 Review: Have they done it again? by Dylan Goldby — 12 pros, 8 cons
Viltrox AF 35mm f1.7 Z over-delivered for the price? - RED35 Review by RED35 — 11 pros, 8 cons
Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 DX / APS-C lens Review for Nikon Z Mount - oozing with value! by Grays of Westminster — 11 pros, 7 cons
Sharp, Cheap, and Stunning Bokeh – WOW! Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review. by Tudor Mateescu — 13 pros, 4 cons
Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Review on Fujifilm X-T5 by Andrei Dima — 12 pros, 5 cons
Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Autofocus Lens Review with Samples! by Arron Prescott — 10 pros, 7 cons
The Lens That Punches Above Its Price - Viltrox 35mm f1.7 APS-C (Sony, Fuji, Nikon) by Pav SZ — 10 pros, 7 cons
Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review: Budget Lens with Big Potential! 11 pros, 5 cons
Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Lens for Nikon Z50 II, Z30 and Zfc Also available for Sony and Fuji APSC 12 pros, 4 cons
Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 lens surprising review 10 pros, 4 cons
The New Standard: Using the Viltrox 35mm f1.7 for Fujifilm 10 pros, 3 cons
Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Air For Fuji X-Mount Review by Kevin Mullins — 10 pros, 2 cons
Viltrox 35mm F1.7 - Another Great BUDGET Fuji Lens? by Mac n Teens Visuals — 6 pros, 5 cons
Viltrox 35mm F1.7: Lightweight, Sharp, and Affordable! (Fujifilm XS20) by Iamtongue — 10 pros, 1 cons
Viltrox 35mm f1.7 Fujifilm X mount | 179$ only?!?! by Cris with no H — 7 pros, 4 cons
Viltrox AF 35mm F1.7 Nikon Z Review | TIPS for Your PHOTOS & VIDEOS! by Adrian Alford Photography — 8 pros, 2 cons
I put a Viltrox 35mm F1.7 lens on my Fujifilm X-M5 7 pros, 2 cons
Viltrox 35mm F/1.7 AIR - Portraits for the FujiFilm System 9 pros, 0 cons
The Best Budget Sony APSC Prime Lens! (Viltrox 35mm F1.7) / Sony FX30 8 pros, 1 cons
Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 Review Street Photography in Fort Worth Stockyards with the Sony A7RV & Nikon Z8! 7 pros, 1 cons
This $180 Lens is CRAZY Good! (Viltrox 35mm f/1.7) by Tech It Before You Wreck It — 7 pros, 1 cons
$179 35mm King | Viltrox 35mm F1.7 Air & Sony A6000 | POV Street Photography 7 pros, 0 cons
The Best CHEAP Lenses for Street Photography by Mark Wiemels — 3 pros, 2 cons

Frequently asked questions

Is the Viltrox 35mm F1.7 worth buying?

Based on 25 independent YouTube reviews, the Viltrox 35mm F1.7 scores 3.8/5 with 246 positive and 101 negative points mentioned by reviewers, placing it #23 in the Lenses category.

What do reviewers like most about the Viltrox 35mm F1.7?

The most praised aspects are build quality, value for money, image quality — Build Quality (67 mentions), Value for Money (41 mentions), Image Quality (34 mentions).

What are the most common complaints about the Viltrox 35mm F1.7?

Reviewers most frequently criticize build quality, image quality — Build Quality (37 mentions), Image Quality (23 mentions).

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