The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 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 AF 56mm F1.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 65mm. The Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF with a length of 55mm, is 10mm shorter. On the other hand, the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF has a larger diameter of 65mm compared to the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8's 62mm 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, 26% (62g) lighter than the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8's weight of 233g.
Filter Threads
Both the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 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 AF 56mm F1.8 has the Nikon Z 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 RED Komodo-X 6K Z, Nikon Z50 II and Nikon Z30 for the Nikon Z Mount and Fujifilm X-T30 III, Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount.
TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 is also available in the Sony E and Fujifilm X mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
56mm but while TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 has the fastest aperture of
F1.8, the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF's widest aperture value is
F1.7.
