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Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 vs 7artisans 35mm f/1.4

Both are Canon RF prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 if

  • You want autofocus (STM): the 7artisans 35mm f/1.4 is manual focus only

Pick the 7artisans 35mm f/1.4 if

  • You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/1.7)

Spec differences

8 differences
Specifications that differ between the Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 and the 7artisans 35mm f/1.4
Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 7artisans 35mm f/1.4
Brand
Viltrox
7artisans
Max aperture
f/1.7
f/1.4 ½ stop faster
Filter thread
52 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.33 m closer
0.35 m
Max magnification
0.13×
not listed
Aperture blades
9
not listed
Optical design
11 elements / 9 groups
8 elements / 5 groups
Autofocus motor
STM
Manual focus
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Canon RF both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
35mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Viltrox 35mm f/1.7

A 35mm f/1.7 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Viltrox 35mm f/1.7 is designed for Canon RF mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

7artisans 35mm f/1.4

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