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Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 STM Review

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The Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 STM (Fuji X Version) is a fantastic option for Fuji system camera owners. It may not be the sharpest lens, but it performs well, has low vignetting, and nice out-of-focus backgrounds. The build quality is great and it offers good value for an autofocus lens.

The Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 STM (Fuji X Version) is a fantastic option for Fuji system camera owners. It may not be the sharpest lens in the universe, but its optics perform pretty well, and it offers good value for an autofocus lens.

Pros
  • Good sharpness in the middle and corners
  • Low vignetting
  • Nice out-of-focus backgrounds
  • Great build quality
Cons
  • Autofocus system not the fastest

The build quality is fantastic, with a large front element that is beautiful to see and a body made of tough metal.

The Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 STM (Fuji X Version) is a fantastic option for Fuji system camera owners. It may not be the sharpest lens in the universe, but its optics perform pretty well. At f/1.8, there is good sharpness in the middle of the image and very good sharpness in the corners. The lens also features low vignetting and nice out-of-focus backgrounds, which is a great advantage for portrait photography. The build quality is fantastic, with a large front element that is beautiful to see and a body made of tough metal. The lens is well-priced at $380, making it a great value for an autofocus lens with standard features. The autofocus system is not the fastest, but it is enough for hitting the mark most of the time. Overall, the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 STM is a great option for portrait photography on Fuji's APS-C cameras.

At f/1.8, there is good sharpness in the middle of the image and very good sharpness in the corners. The lens also features low vignetting and nice out-of-focus backgrounds, which is a great advantage for portrait photography.

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