Viltrox 85mm F1.8 Version II Review | ULTIMATE BUDGET Lens (for Portraits & B-Roll)

In this video I review the NEW Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 II, which improves upon the original design, making it into what might be the best budget lens for both portraits and product b-roll. The full frame Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 II lens comes in Sony E-Mount and Fuji X-Mount configurations and features quick and accurate autofocus, very good center-to-edge sharpness, and an impressive build quality, all for a very low price. This lens is a fantastic alternative to the Sony 85mm f/1.8, Sony 85mm f/1.4 G Master, or Samyang/Rokinon 85mm f/1.4. I also compare the features and differences between all of these lenses, but most of the focus is on the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 II itself. This lens has one main weak spot, but it's probably not a deal breaker for most people. I normally advocate big spending when it comes to lenses, but I think Viltrox has done a great job at creating a professional quality lens at a super budget price. =========== == LINKS == =========== Please consider using these affiliate links if you purchase any items. It won't cost you anything extra, but it will help me create more content like this. Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 II (Sony E-Mount) - https://geni.us/viltrox85iisony Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 II (Fuji X-Mount) - https://geni.us/viltrox85iifuji Sony 85mm f/1.8 - https://geni.us/sony85mm18 Sony 85mm f/1.4 G Master - https://geni.us/sony85mm14gmaster Samyang 85mm f/1.4 (Sony E-Mount) - https://geni.us/samyang85mmf14sony Samyang 85mm f/1.4 (Canon EF Mount) - https://geni.us/samyang85mmf14ef Samyang 85mm f/1.4 (Canon RF Mount) - https://geni.us/samyang85mmf14rf Also, Samyang and Rokinon are the same lenses, different branding. Like the music in my videos? Get a 30-day free trial to Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referra... ======================= == TABLE OF CONTENTS == ======================= 0:00 - Intro & Product B-roll 0:48 - Build Quality 1:29 - Sharpness/Vignetting/Barrel Distortion 3:28 - Chromatic Abberation 3:57 - Focus 4:55 - Physical Size Specs 5:28 - f/1.8 Sample Photos 7:01 - Sample B-Roll Video 7:34 - Pricing 7:55 - Final Thoughts ============= == CONNECT == ============= Instagram:   / newlayercom   Facebook:   / nwlyr   Twitter:   / nwlyr