The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the TTArtisan 23mm F1.8 E and the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. TTArtisan 23mm F1.8 E is the longer of the two lenses at 60mm. The Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF with a length of 55mm, is 5mm shorter. On the other hand, the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF has a larger diameter of 65mm compared to the TTArtisan 23mm F1.8 E's 60mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF weighs 171g, 18% (39g) lighter than the TTArtisan 23mm F1.8 E's weight of 210g.
Filter Threads
Both the TTArtisan 23mm F1.8 E and the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF have the same Filter thread size of 52mm.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The TTArtisan 23mm F1.8 E has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF has the Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony ZV-E10 II, Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount and Fujifilm X-T30 III, Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount.
Focal Range
TTArtisan 23mm F1.8 E is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 23mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
34.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 56mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 84mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
