The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 X and the Tokina atx-m 23mm F1.4 E for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
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 23mm F1.4 X weighs 260g, which means it is 16g (5%) lighter than the Tokina atx-m 23mm F1.4 E which has a weight of 276g.
Filter Threads
Both the Viltrox 23mm F1.4 X and the Tokina atx-m 23mm F1.4 E 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 Viltrox 23mm F1.4 X has the Fujifilm X lens mount whereas the Tokina atx-m 23mm F1.4 E has the Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Fujifilm X-T30 III, Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount and Sony ZV-E10 II, Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
23mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.