Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S vs Viltrox 20mm f/2.8
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Viltrox
20mm f/2.8
Verdict at a glance
- Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is faster by 1.3 stops (f/1.8 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
- Viltrox 20mm f/2.8 is lighter by 332g.
| Spec | Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S | 20mm f/2.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Viltrox |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 20mm | 20mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 (faster) | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2020 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Groups | 11 | 8 |
| Elements | 14 | 10 |
| Weight g | 505.0 | 173 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 77 | 52 |
| Length mm | 108.5 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 84.5 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.2 | 0.19 (closer focusing) |
| Max magnification | 0.189 | n/a |
| Af motor | n/a | STM |
Nikon Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S
The Nikkor Z 20mm F1.8 S is a fast wide-angle prime for Nikon Z full-frame cameras with an S-Line build, popular for landscapes, interiors and astrophotography.
Pros
- f/1.8 aperture
- Sharp across the frame
- Weather-sealed
- Well controlled coma
Cons
- No lens-based stabilization
- Relatively large (505 g)
Viltrox 20mm f/2.8
Viltrox 20mm f/2.8: a wide-angle prime lens with a 20mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8, made for Nikon Z mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.