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Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 vs Brightin Star 16mm f/2.8

Both are Canon RF prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 if

  • You need 1⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)
  • You want autofocus (STM): the Brightin Star 16mm f/2.8 is manual focus only

Pick the Brightin Star 16mm f/2.8 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

6 differences
Specifications that differ between the Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 and the Brightin Star 16mm f/2.8
Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 Brightin Star 16mm f/2.8
Brand
Viltrox
Brightin Star
Max aperture
f/1.8 1⅓ stops faster
f/2.8
Filter thread
77 mm
not listed
Optical design
15 elements / 12 groups
12 elements / 11 groups
Autofocus motor
STM
Manual focus
Weather sealing
Yes
not listed
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Canon RF both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
16mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Viltrox 16mm f/1.8

Viltrox 16mm f/1.8: a fast wide-angle prime lens with a 16mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Canon RF mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Brightin Star 16mm f/2.8

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