Tag: 75mm f2

When it comes to a 75mm focal length, it’s not exactly the most common out there. Most photographers are more familiar with 56mm, while 75mm sits in that in-between telephoto zone that can feel a little intimidating, especially if you’re shooting in tight urban spaces like I do. Space is a luxury here, and a longer focal length often means stepping back more than I’d like. Still, I was curious. And that curiosity led me to the TTArtisan 75mm f2, a surprisingly compact tele lens that might just deserve a spot in your camera bag.

Intro

The TTArtisan 75mm f2 was first launched for Z-mount and E-mount back in September 2024, and it took almost a full year before the X-mount version arrived in August 2025. It’s now available in a total of four mounts, including L-mount, making it accessible to a wide range of photographers.

A quick shoutout to the awesome folks at TTArtisan for sending this lens my way to test, as always, my thoughts here are entirely my own.

Design and Build Quality

Design-wise, this lens follows the familiar TTArtisan aesthetic, very much in line with the 23mm f1.8, 35mm f1.8 II, and 56mm f1.8. But there’s one major difference: this time, there is an aperture ring.

That’s right, an actual clicky aperture ring on an autofocus lens. It’s something we rarely see from TTArtisan, and it’s a welcome addition, though I’ll admit, the clicks are a bit on the stiff side. It’s not the smoothest experience, but it works.

Build quality, as always with TTArtisan, doesn’t disappoint. The metal construction gives it a solid, premium feel. At 326 grams, it’s nicely balanced and not too heavy. The filter size is 62mm, making filters easy and affordable to find. Plus, it now comes with a square lens hood, which looks great and adds a bit of flair.

Image Quality

Let’s talk about performance. Wide open at f2, the TTArtisan 75mm delivers impressively sharp results. It’s not on the same razor-sharp level as the Viltrox 75mm f1.2, but for general use, it’s more than capable, and the images look fantastic.

Chromatic aberration is very well controlled, and vignetting is minimal enough to be a non-issue.

The bokeh is decent, not the creamiest out there, but it has character. The rendering feels a bit on the “hard” side, but for portraits and product shots, it still delivers pleasing separation and depth.

Focusing

Like many telephoto lenses, this one can occasionally experience focus hunting; it’s rare, but it happens unpredictably, both indoors and outdoors.

Autofocus runs on a Stepper Motor (STM), and it’s quick, accurate, and relatively quiet. Not lightning-fast, but definitely reliable. Eye tracking also performs quite well and stays sticky enough for most portrait situations.

Minimum Focus Distance (MFD)

The minimum focus distance is 75cm, which feels fair for this focal length. For comparison:

• Viltrox 75mm f1.2: 88cm
• Samyang/Rokinon 75mm f1.8: 69cm

So the TTArtisan sits comfortably in between. More importantly, image quality stays strong even when shooting near the minimum distance.

Price Point

Here’s where things get wild: it is priced at just USD 200. For context, the Viltrox 75mm f1.2 costs about USD 580, and the Samyang/Rokinon 75mm f1.8 sits at USD 449. That’s more than double (and almost triple) the price. So for $200, this TTArtisan feels like a steal, a budget-friendly telephoto lens that still performs well in all checkboxes.

Others

Like other TTArtisan AF lenses, the rear lens cap includes a USB-C port for firmware updates, which is always a plus.

One thing to note, this lens does not have weather or dust sealing. But honestly, at this price point, that’s perfectly reasonable.

Who is this for?

At a 112mm full-frame equivalent, this lens is clearly made for portraits and product photography. It’s not the most versatile choice for street shooters, unless you like keeping a bit of distance between you and your subjects. In that case, this focal length might be perfect for candid, unobtrusive shots.

For travel photographers, it’s a great lens to pack “just in case.” It’s compact, not too heavy, and covers a nice tele range when you need it.

Conclusion

Alongside TTArtisan’s compact prime lineup: the 23mm f1.8, 35mm f1.8 II, and 56mm f1.8, this new 75mm f2 rounds out a very practical and affordable set of lenses for any prime shooter. For 200 USD, TTArtisan has nailed the balance between build quality, image performance, and price. I honestly can’t find a solid reason not to recommend it.

It’s compact, capable, and fun to use, the kind of lens that reminds you good gear doesn’t always have to come with a high-end price tag. TTArtisan has been on a roll, releasing lens after lens, and now I can’t help but wonder… what focal length will they surprise us with next?

Thank you for reading. 

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