p.9 #1 · Viltrox 26mm f2.8 EVO for Z and E - first look
deadwolfbones wrote:
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Specifically, I'm sure Viltrox would love for their Lab/Evo lines to have better coatings.
I would think so, yes. I have used the 35 EVO APO a lot lately and you have to watch out for excessive flare in some high contrast situations. Sometimes it works with some extra flare but for the most of the time images would be better with out flair. It is however to easy to learn to know the lens and now I'm seldom surprised by the flare when checking the images in Bridge.
p.9 #5 · Viltrox 26mm f2.8 EVO for Z and E - first look
hawon wrote:
I am glad you are
I think my biggest concern is variations.
In terms of sharpness or being decentered? I hope the AF will be improved with firmware updates.
Dustin Abbot has a good description of the veiling the lens can produce. No problem shooting directly into the sun.
It confirms my experience. My sample is sharp into the extreme corners at F5.6 on a Z5II. That's where the lens performs best in terms of optics. Pancakes usually have some optical compromises. It is certainly not perfect. I have not tried it on a Z7.
I enjoy having this little lightweight lens with me on mountain hikes where weight is important, especially when getting older. Certainly great for travel too. I think its great when the 24-120 is too heavy or bulky, or in combo with a 35/50.
