TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 (Fujifilm X) vs Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.7 AIR XF

The bottom line

These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to what you shoot, and let size, price and handling break the tie.

Choose the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 (Fujifilm X) if…

  • You're on a budget — $149 vs $199 leaves more for other gear.

Where they differ

  • Aperture: the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.7 AIR XF opens to f/1.7 vs the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 (Fujifilm X)'s f/1.8 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.

Frequently asked

Is the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 (Fujifilm X) or the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.7 AIR XF better?

These two are closely matched. The differences below are where they diverge — weigh the ones that map to what you shoot, and let size, price and handling break the tie.

Who should choose the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 (Fujifilm X)?

Choose the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 (Fujifilm X) if you're on a budget — $149 vs $199 leaves more for other gear.

What is the main difference between the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 (Fujifilm X) and the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.7 AIR XF?

Aperture: the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.7 AIR XF opens to f/1.7 vs the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 (Fujifilm X)'s f/1.8 — more light and shallower depth-of-field.

Product
Optical Design
Focal Length56mm56mm
Lens TypePrimePrime
Optical Elements99
Optical Groups77
Aperture & Iris
Maximum Aperturef/1.8f/1.7
Minimum Aperturef/16f/16
Aperture Blades99
Rounded ApertureNoYes
Coverage & Angle
Format CoverageAPS-CAPS-C
Lens MountFujifilm XFujifilm X
Angle of View28°28°
35mm Equivalent85-85mm85-85mm
Focus
AutofocusYesYes
Focus MotorSTMStepping
Focus LimiterNoNo
AF/MF SwitchNoNo
Min Focus Distance55 cm50 cm
Max Magnification0.1x0.1x
Stabilization & Video
Optical StabilizationNoNo
Aperture RingNoNo
Declickable ApertureNoNo
ParfocalNoNo
Internal ZoomNoNo
General
Price (MSRP)$149$199
Filter Size49mm52mm
Diameter62.3mm60mm
Length51.3mm60mm
Weight155g (5.5 oz)160g (5.6 oz)
Weather SealedNoNo
Tripod CollarNoNo