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Even the best camera won’t get you far without good lenses. That’s why you’ll find a selection of hands-on reviews here—mainly for Fujifilm X-Mount and Nikon F-Mount lenses.
Since I’m always on the hunt for a good deal, most of the lenses featured here are affordable options. That includes vintage Nikkor glass that’s been around for decades, as well as budget-friendly entry-level lenses from Asia.
In recent years, several brands have made a name for themselves in the budget segment—offering surprisingly solid lenses at low prices. Companies like TTArtisan, 7Artisans, and Viltrox are among them. What you can realistically expect for your money? You’ll find out below.
Viltrox 28mm f4.5 Review: More Cookie Than Lens?
Over the years, I’ve tested quite a few so-called “pancake” lenses – from the classic Nikon Series E…
7Artisans 18mm f5.6 Review – Ultra-Compact, Ultra-Affordable
I usually sort lenses into two categories:There are those that deliver excellent image quality and are perfect for…
TTArtisan 56mm f/1.8 AF for Fujifilm – Real-World Review
Why I Bought It (And It Wasn’t for the Specs) Sometimes I buy a lens not to cover…
TTArtisan 100mm f/2.8 Bubble Bokeh – A Niche Lens With a Wild Personality
The TTArtisan 100mm f/2.8 Bubble Bokeh lens is one of the most unique and niche lenses the Chinese…
TTArtisan 7.5mm f/2 Fisheye – Hands-On Review (With Real-World Aurora Experience)
Honestly, I bought the TTArtisan 7.5mm f/2 Fisheye for one specific purpose: shooting aurora time-lapses. Last year, we…
The Russian Barrel – Maksutov 1000mm Mirror Lens (A True Bargain Find)
For quite a while, I was on the hunt for an affordable mirror lens to level up my…