The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Viltrox 26mm f2.8 Z and the Viltrox 26mm f2.8 FE 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. Viltrox 26mm f2.8 Z is the longer of the two lenses at 26mm. The Viltrox 26mm f2.8 FE with a length of 24mm, is 2mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Viltrox 26mm f2.8 Z also has a larger diameter of 68mm compared to the Viltrox 26mm f2.8 FE's 66mm 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.
Filter Threads
Both the Viltrox 26mm f2.8 Z and the Viltrox 26mm f2.8 FE have the same Filter thread size of 43mm.
Below are links to the 43mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Viltrox 26mm f2.8 Z has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Viltrox 26mm f2.8 FE has the Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
26mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
