Blind Test: Viltrox 27mm F1.2 Pro vs. Fujifilm XF33mm F1.4 LM WR

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  • Опубліковано 22 січ 2025

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  • @johnnyr-518
    @johnnyr-518 Рік тому +25

    The out-of-focus leaves on the background are busier with the 33mm. With IQ, can't really tell them apart easily but looking at it closely, I think Viltrox is a bit sharper than the 33m in some pictures (at least to my eyes). Honestly, I like the color on the Viltrox more.
    I own the 33mm, and it is my primary lens. Why are you doing this? 😭

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +5

      thanks for sharing your insights. Yeah, the viltrox image are lighter straight out of camera. The 33mm has more contrast. I think 33mm still pretty good, but the viltrox sharpness in comparison is very strong.

  • @antimotivation10
    @antimotivation10 Рік тому +2

    Having bought the sigma 18-50 f2.8 I should have waited for the 27mm f1.2 from viltrox😭😭 I still want to save money. How much is the price please?? The link does not open in my country

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      Hi, the price is 545 USD, 596 EUR. The release date is August 21st. Viltrox store link doesn’t work for you? viltroxstore.com/?ref=_g07zkgl2ceYcM

    • @antimotivation10
      @antimotivation10 Рік тому

      @@caliallstaring As I was saying earlier, I'm going to save money. I suddenly bought the viltrox 75mm f1.2 and the sigma 18-50 f2.8 accompanied by the x-s20 fujifilm. They are on their way to my country. Now this 27mm will do the job on video in the near future. Thank you very much and I already looked at the comparison with fujifilm 33f1.4 the viltrox has a softer bokeh, I love it. The next challenge is the 85mm f1.2 of canon against the viltrox 75mm f1.2 with the Fujifilm 90f.2.0 thank you so much my brother. I even follow you on instagram. I'm your fan, it's thanks to you that I moved to Fujifilm

  • @AAD91
    @AAD91 Рік тому +11

    Well this two seems sooo close, but I think the viltrox is just huge. I would definitely pick the 33 over the 27 just to go with a more compact combo.

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      Thanks for sharing your thoughts 😊🙏

    • @terrencesmith7620
      @terrencesmith7620 Рік тому +1

      I will take the Viltrox over the Fuji any day more light for me@@caliallstaring

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      @@terrencesmith7620 😊👌🏼

    • @manufocu
      @manufocu Рік тому +1

      The Fujinon is only so close because it is 33 and not 27 mm. If the Fuji has the same focal length, the Viltrox would win every contest.

    • @AAD91
      @AAD91 Рік тому +1

      @@manufocu what I mean is that the lens quality is not everything. This lens it's too big for me so I would choose the fujinon over the viltrox for its size. Anyway, it's awesome to see what viltrox is doing, these lens they are making are outstanding and with a very fair price and that it's great for us all :)

  • @Ragdolled
    @Ragdolled Рік тому +5

    Wow I thought for sure that the busy bokeh would be the viltrox.. That lens is looking gorgeous!

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      Yeah, Viltrox sharpness and smooth bokeh are really great ✨🙌 smoothness very similar to the 75mm F1.2 Pro and the sharpness

  • @VMGIN
    @VMGIN 7 місяців тому +2

    I liked how you switched sides to throw off the expectation. This helped me figure out if I like the 27mm focal length and I do like it a lot. Great job on the video.

  • @ghuhk1
    @ghuhk1 Рік тому +1

    Can you do comparision with Sigma 30mm? thanks

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      I will mark it down when I have a rental of sigma 30.

  • @viewfindermedia3188
    @viewfindermedia3188 Рік тому

    Please if you know how to transfer raw files to Apple products, send me a video or something. I’m having a hard time figuring it out. I’m using an SD card reader, and it doesn’t work.

  • @ofthenearfuture
    @ofthenearfuture Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the comparison and review! And I would definitely be interested to see how the Viltrox 27mm 1.2 compares to the new Sigma 23mm 1.4

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much for watching 😊🙏

    • @destinybond
      @destinybond Рік тому +3

      Based on the reviews I’ve seen, the new sigma 23 is outclassed by the viltrox.

  • @jpl980
    @jpl980 Рік тому

    This was super helpful to hear that the Viltrox is sharper. Did you happen to compare the AF-C performance between the two? Curious to hear your thoughts about which is better with eye tracking on moving objects. Thanks.

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      Hi, yeah, Viltrox 27mm auto focus is decent, I used AF-C and eye AF, I got most of the shots correct and sharp on the eyes. It feels pretty good on the auto focus end.

  • @71co0k
    @71co0k 9 місяців тому

    Camera Conspiracies' says that the 27mm lacks the "3D pop" and micro contrast of similar spec lenses. I'm not so sure now.

  • @hafeez3103
    @hafeez3103 5 місяців тому

    Neck to neck at first at 2 likes to 2, then it was Viltrox all the way. And your video is just awesome. loved it when the model moved her hand towards the lens. Autofocus remained on her. Wow.
    I was set on the Fuji 23mm but wanting so much a 27mm for the tighter view, then this came along.
    Am curious: was there any major flaring experienced, though?

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you 😊 the flare was pretty good in control for the 27mm viltrox. No major issues for me :)

  • @Joh146
    @Joh146 13 днів тому

    As expected the differences are not huge. I have the Sigma 30 mm f1.4 used bought for EUR 200. For me there is no need for the Viltrox .

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  13 днів тому

      Thanks for sharing your insights 😊🙏

  • @heruhg8148
    @heruhg8148 Рік тому +1

    the key diffrent just see the backround. 1.2 more slightly blurry for apsc 1.2 is wide open like 1.4 on full frame.
    that way wanna 1.4 feel on full frame need one stop F so 1.2 is sweat spot compare price lens little bit cheaper than full frame with same quality

  • @myronroger1538
    @myronroger1538 Рік тому +1

    comparing side to side, viltrox lens tends to have a slightly warmer tone. Fuji would be my first choice for portrait

  • @r35p3ct00
    @r35p3ct00 Рік тому

    I have viltorox 23, I would like to see a comparison with it

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      The quality is much better than the viltrox 23mm, especially in terms of chromatic aberrations, Viltrox pro series lens controls very well and high quality, very sharp.

    • @r35p3ct00
      @r35p3ct00 Рік тому

      @@caliallstaring yes, i saw that when change 85 to 75

  • @caliallstaring
    @caliallstaring  Рік тому +3

    Viltrox 8% Off Coupon Code: XingViltrox
    Viltrox 27mm F1.2 Pro:
    viltroxstore.com/products/viltrox-af-27mm-f-1-2-pro-xf-mount?ref=_g07zkgl2ceYcM
    Here is the blog post on the comparison: www.caliallstaring.com/post/viltrox-27mm-f1-2-pro-vs-fujifilm-xf33mm-f1-4-lm-wr-on-x-h2-versatile-portraits-lenses-comparison

  • @richardcarlson112
    @richardcarlson112 День тому

    Viltrox shows as warmer colouring. The bokeh for either lens looks busier and harsher when the background has a lot of hot spots. The photos with the two lenses are sort of from the same position but not really as one or the other gets those hot spots more then the other and that one looks worse. If they were taken from exactly the same position and angle, the Viltrox is a bit busier bokeh, but not that much to worry and we shouldn't get so obsessed with that. Composition and lighting are far more important as long as bokeh is not ugly. In general, they are both very nice lenses. One is less money but bigger and heavier, but still absolutely amazing for the price. The Viltrox won't be as easy to sell later (maybe).

  • @etrielnavidad
    @etrielnavidad 9 місяців тому +1

    Compared to the video in which you make the comparison with the 23mm 1.4, this time, I didn't notice such a big difference between the two lenses. You were very good at creating conditions that allowed both lenses to perform at their best and often in blind tests, I struggled to understand which one was the viltrox (while with the 23 the difference was clear, in every photo it was clearly recognizable which lens was shooting it). Here too, however, in my opinion it plays in Viltrox's favor. Because the results speak for themselves, a third-party lens not only competes, but sometimes manages to be superior to one of the best Fuji lenses (in my opinion obviously). But at a lower cost anyway. Let's say that in this case the price difference is not that high and if you only want Fuji originals you can accept it, but this Viltrox lens is truly a valid reason to switch to FUJI...

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for sharing your detailed insights 😊🙏

  • @JustSomeInternetDude
    @JustSomeInternetDude Рік тому

    its close but i can almost guess all, the Viltrox is super sharp and the background is softer. This lens is great, I cant wait to get my hands on the 75mm.

  • @espressobytom
    @espressobytom Рік тому +8

    That Viltrox is sharp as razor blade.

  • @peerlessportraits
    @peerlessportraits Рік тому +5

    I guarantee you anyone who downvoted this video owns the Fuji XF33mm. Unless you intentionally back focused with the Fuji, Viltrox destroyed that lens in this comparison. This is scary good.
    By scary good, I mean when it was a little difficult to tell from the bokeh, I just guess Viltrox had the sharper images and I was right every time.

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for sharing the insight:) yes, Viltrox is very impressive and very sharp 😊👌🏼✨

    • @peerlessportraits
      @peerlessportraits Рік тому

      @@caliallstaring One important question before I pull the trigger (using your link, of course)… did you do any sharpening in post-process to your examples? I’ve checked a couple of other bloggers’ examples, and their photos don’t come close to yours. This is not a “gotcha” I’m just seeing if I need to calibrate my expectations a little. But if these haven’t been sharpened, Viltrox should consider making you a brand ambassador or something. Great casting job with the model too.
      To be clear, the other bloggers’ show the lens to be good. But this makes me want to get it ASAP.

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +2

      @@peerlessportraits hi, these are straight out of camera jpeg 😊 I do have an in camera sharpness +1, and NR -2, which can make image sharper, but it shouldn’t affect too much and it should apply to both Fuji and Viltrox lens. The lens is sharper than most Fuji lenses I own, I think the 90mm F2 WR has the same sharpness but at F2 max. Here are my settings if you want to test them out on your camera: Color +1, highlight-1, shadow 0, Sharpness +1, NR (-2), Color Chrome Effect: weak, Color Chrome Blue: weak. Film Simulation: Pro Neg Hi. White balance: 6100k

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      @@peerlessportraits thanks for the support, I have the code to save around 46 dollars: Viltrox store 8% Off Coupon Code: XingViltrox

    • @peerlessportraits
      @peerlessportraits Рік тому +3

      @@caliallstaring I really appreciate you sharing that. I recently bought an XT5 after shooting Nikon for over 20 years and the colors are so good that I actually forgot you can tweak JPEG settings even more. I had spent so much time and money on plugins and color grading when all I needed to do was get a Fuji and choose the film simulation that matches my mood. Saving your setup as "XING Sauce" to see how it works for me.

  • @SamtronCZ
    @SamtronCZ Рік тому

    Funny, how there is no actually good image viewer for mac os...like ifranview or fast stone for windows. I ended up using fastraw viewer for everything

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for sharing your experience 😊 yeah, I m using that default viewer

  • @ehmaycrazy
    @ehmaycrazy Рік тому

    1.2 is an obvious choice with it being slightly brighter But you can achieve that look with a slight edit. Question is is it worth the side and weight?

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      yes, it’s personal preference:) I will choose that one at 1.2 😊

  • @drchtct
    @drchtct Рік тому +1

    I actually prefer the Fuji... due to the higher focal length the bokeh is as blurry but it's better bokeh, less irritating in the corners. So the f1.2 is not really visible in this comparison, it's not worth the extra size for me.

  • @hannahliam3745
    @hannahliam3745 9 місяців тому

    Beautiful can you please tell me you’re setting

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  9 місяців тому

      Thanks 😊 here are the settings: Film Simulation: classic chrome. Color +3, highlight-1, shadow 0, Sharpness +1, NR (-2), Color Chrome Effect: weak, Color Chrome Blue: weak. White balance: 6300k

  • @silviocaravelli3567
    @silviocaravelli3567 Рік тому +2

    This Viltrox is a killer! I think I am gonna get it. I own a Sigma 30mm and an XC 35mm. I need to get this one! Viltrox please stop releasing These gems 😅

  • @airwalking
    @airwalking Рік тому +13

    Thank you for the video! I was waiting for a comparison like this. I managed to guess all 10, I feel so accomplished 😂 The main way I informed my decision was the sharpness! The viltrox being insanely sharp. next was the colour rendering, I felt the viltrox is a tad warmer with slight green hue. I have the Viltrox 75mm 1.2 and the Viltrox 13mm, looks like I'm about to add the 27mm to my collection... Never thought I'd be so into Viltrox lenses but they are absolutely killing it at the moment

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for sharing your results 😄🙌✨ these recent Viltrox releases have been great 😎👏🏼

    • @airwalking
      @airwalking Рік тому

      @@caliallstaring I think it would be worthwhile to do a comparison with all the new viltrox's and the closest fujilfim counterpart! eg 75mm vs 90f2 vs 561.2 for example. I appreciate your work 🙏

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      @@airwalking I will make them down 😊👌🏼

  • @0dfilm384
    @0dfilm384 Рік тому

    Amazing comparison. Thank you!

  • @jaymhk3313
    @jaymhk3313 Рік тому

    How's the Video AF on Fuji 33mm 1.4?
    Is it sticky & accurate without focus breathing?

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      Auto focus is pretty and breathing is minimal for XF33mm 😊 straight out of camera footage will have more contrast than Viltrox.

  • @calsimeth1588
    @calsimeth1588 Рік тому

    Was about to pull the trigger on the 33 until I saw this and found that I preferred the Viltrox. Thank you!

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      No problem 😊🙏 thanks for watching. Just in case, I have the Viltrox Store 8% Off Coupon Code: XingViltrox
      27mm F1.2 Pro:
      viltroxstore.com/products/viltrox-af-27mm-f-1-2-pro-xf-mount?ref=_g07zkgl2ceYcM

  • @Taskmasterpp
    @Taskmasterpp Рік тому +2

    Wow! Excellent! I really like all your test videos. Show comparison between lenses so really clearly. My guess is all false. Haha. I thought 33mm will blur more than 27mm but not right! Haha. 27mm is so excellent more than I thought. Are you know about official release date? I really want to buy it. I a question, How about range from camera to model between 27mm and 33mm?

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much 😊 I don’t have the exact date yet, I will let everyone know once I have it. For the distance range, not too much, probably one and a half step to two steps difference.

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +2

      I just got the date, August 21st

    • @Taskmasterpp
      @Taskmasterpp Рік тому

      ​@@caliallstaring Wow! Thank you very much!😮

  • @iransirijillo
    @iransirijillo Рік тому +3

    I prefer the color of the Fuji, more neutral and better for pro work but the warm tones from viltrox aren’t the worse I’ve seen

  • @ApostleTMDavidson
    @ApostleTMDavidson Рік тому +2

    Thank God I am still to go to the market. I will definitely go for viltrox 27 and 75mm F1.2. Hope with my Nikon Z6ii it makes a good combination.

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      Nice 😊 it is a great combo with 27 and 75 😊🙌✨

  • @tiwab.
    @tiwab. Рік тому +1

    This is what I waiting for.

  • @andrewphillips2520
    @andrewphillips2520 Рік тому +2

    wow that 27mm is magical isn't it? If you were to get one, would you go the 27mm or 75mm?

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +7

      I will get both as the combo. If you want one to start first, go for 27mm since it is more versatile for different situations.

  • @parmanduke
    @parmanduke Рік тому +3

    Oems have been overcharging glass for decades. Thanks Viltrox.

  • @kate_belousova
    @kate_belousova 10 місяців тому

    I would like to listen to your opinion without any song with lyrics on the background, only music. As I out on x2 speed and it becomes a mess of words. Thanks

  • @BrendanEvan
    @BrendanEvan Рік тому

    Thanks for this video!

  • @nikofox890
    @nikofox890 10 місяців тому +2

    Really great comparison, thanx for that. So the rendering of the fuji is better looking imo (more realistic but bokeh is less pleasing due to 1.4 vs 1.2 aperture) and the video sequences you see that the viltrox is loosing focus quite often, but the fuji is spot on for most of the time. Fuji is more reliable for pros in this regard, the autofocus the fantastic. Viltrox focus is ok but hunts/pumps a lot more. Ive tested both. Viltrox is too big on an X-T Body, better be used on X-H. Not recommended for x-pros and using it the hole day you will notice in your wrist. Keep doing such an amazing job!

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  10 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching and sharing your insights 😊🙏

  • @Max-uk9gf
    @Max-uk9gf Рік тому

    在海外这么贵?75在国内才3500啊

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      Yes, 545 USD, because of the exchange rate to yuan changed recently.

    • @Max-uk9gf
      @Max-uk9gf Рік тому

      @@caliallstaring 不过富士33 1.4 要$849,还是Viltrox有性价比

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      @@Max-uk9gf 是的

  • @gustavoumeno
    @gustavoumeno 7 місяців тому +1

    I prefer Fuji! But viltrox is doing a great job!

  • @khaleel_as
    @khaleel_as 7 місяців тому +1

    you can see viltrox has weird colors on the skin. The hat more reddish and skin more reddish. at 2:14 you can see the dress is red and orange in some parts, just yikkes! fuji has better rendering and real colors.

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  7 місяців тому

      Thanks for sharing your observations 😊🙏

    • @khaleel_as
      @khaleel_as 5 місяців тому

      @@federalsoi11 well, its easier to start with almost a perfect photo than having to fix everything in post. We pay premium for ease of use. We expect premium results.

  • @janbrzak1
    @janbrzak1 Рік тому

    thank you for this video

  • @gregasajn698
    @gregasajn698 10 місяців тому

    I can see Viltrox being a lot sharper in 1sec.

  • @wagnerjean-francois942
    @wagnerjean-francois942 Рік тому +5

    Fujifilm Is Going To File A Cease & DESIST!!!😂 I Have Viltrox's 13mm, 75mm & THIS IS NEXT. Viltrox, Zooms Next PLEASE!

  • @MichaelFrederickPhoto
    @MichaelFrederickPhoto Рік тому +1

    I am seeing the 27mm seems to be a hair warmer too, am I the only one who sees that?

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому +1

      Yes, slightly, and the color tone abut different

  • @Xenobyter
    @Xenobyter 11 місяців тому

    absolute identity. This is what I see )))

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  11 місяців тому

      Thanks for sharing your observations 😊🙏

  • @Agentozz_Content
    @Agentozz_Content Рік тому

    What i need is a XF23 f1.2 and Xf33 f1.2.

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      😊👌🏼 thanks for sharing your preferences. Fujifilm factory release usually slower than Viltrox. Not sure if Fuji will do the 1.2 at the 23mm since it has the 1.4 already.

    • @Agentozz_Content
      @Agentozz_Content Рік тому

      @@caliallstaring Yes, i think so too. but for aps-c sensors, that would be an asset!
      is it even physically possible to develop something like this for aps c?

    • @nikoolix
      @nikoolix Рік тому

      @@Agentozz_Content Imagine how insanely expensive a 23 1.2 would be from Fuji, considering how expensive the new 23 1.4 LM WR is already :(

  • @naigolrac1234
    @naigolrac1234 11 місяців тому +1

    I checked this because I am considering getting either the Viltrox 27mm 1.2 or the Fuji 33 mm 1.4, I own the Viltrox 75mm 1.2 and is very excited with Viltrox advances in optics. It feels like the Fuji xf 33mm 1.4 shots on this video are slightly out of focus or unsharpened, I noticed you focused on the eye further from the camera too on one of the shots. I can easily tell the difference too because the Viltrox looks sharpened compare to slightly off focus/ slightly underexposed shots 33mm 1.4. Your other video of the 33mm 1.4 these shots are so sharp.. ua-cam.com/video/P1fgXVoktsE/v-deo.html So I am not sure what happened to the lens on this comparison video. Feels like the 33mm 1.4 got nerfed here lol and the viltrox 1.2 got overpowered. 🤔

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  11 місяців тому

      Hi, these are straight out of camera photos 😊 same camera body.

    • @jfleysh
      @jfleysh 10 місяців тому

      What did you end up getting?

    • @naigolrac1234
      @naigolrac1234 10 місяців тому

      @@jfleysh I went with the Fujifilm xf 33mm 1.4, my images were way sharper than the images sampled on this video. It all comes down to focal length. The 33mm 1.4 is definitely sharp, something is off with his samples on this video.

    • @jfleysh
      @jfleysh 10 місяців тому

      @@naigolrac1234 Yeah I think you're right. I got the 33mm f1.4 in today and it's also much sharper than this video

    • @naigolrac1234
      @naigolrac1234 10 місяців тому +1

      @@jfleysh Agreed! not all comparison videos are accurate.

  • @vitalis
    @vitalis 3 місяці тому

    viltrox is soooo sharp

  • @Modestbarseek
    @Modestbarseek Рік тому +4

    Fuji absolutely best.

  • @pavalautas
    @pavalautas Рік тому +4

    Every Viltrox picture is more yellow than Fuji.

  • @kingNO0614
    @kingNO0614 9 місяців тому

    보케는 33.4가 더 이쁘네요

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  9 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching and sharing your observations 😊🙏

  • @СергейСушицкий-м8т

    Thanks for the interesting video. Model actress is interesting.

  • @atselykovskiy
    @atselykovskiy Рік тому

    Very strange

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      Thanks for sharing your observations and thoughts

    • @atselykovskiy
      @atselykovskiy Рік тому

      @@caliallstaring Fuji stood strong despite XingViltrox promo code 😄

    • @caliallstaring
      @caliallstaring  Рік тому

      @@atselykovskiy 😂👌🏼