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

Both are Leica L prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Brightin Star 16mm f/2.8 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Viltrox AF 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

Spec differences

12 differences
Specifications that differ between the Brightin Star 16mm f/2.8 and the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8
Brightin Star 16mm f/2.8 Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8
Brand
Brightin Star
Viltrox
Max aperture
f/2.8
f/1.8 1⅓ stops faster
Weight
not listed
550 g
Length
not listed
103 mm
Diameter
not listed
85.2 mm
Filter thread
not listed
77 mm
Min focus distance
not listed
0.27 m
Max magnification
not listed
0.1×
Aperture blades
not listed
9
Optical design
12 elements / 11 groups
15 elements / 12 groups
Autofocus motor
Manual focus
STM
Weather sealing
not listed
Yes
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Mount
Leica L both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
16mm both
Image stabilization
No both

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