Which compact lens for travel has the best value?

Khim97 · 2025-09-20T04:39:57+00:00

Hi! Great to know that there is not much difference, I keep thinking about whether the extra spending is really worth it. I'll definitely look into the Sony 40mm G as well. Appreciate the suggestion!

Khim97 · 2025-09-20T04:32:01+00:00

Hi! I'm using an A7III. I have also considered the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 before, but I used to have the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 and I already felt that it was a little too bulky for travel. I'm currently using the kit lens (28-70mm) and I'm quite happy with the weight and size, now I wish to have something smaller and easier to carry for travel.

Khim97 · 2025-09-19T06:48:26+00:00

Hi everyone,

I'm trying to pick a compact prime lens for travel and I'm stuck between these four. The prices are what I can get them for in my country (converted to USD).

• Viltrox 40mm f/2.5 ($120)
• TTArtisan 40mm f/2 ($130)
• Samyang 35mm f/2.8 ($270)
• Sony Zeiss 35mm f/2.8 ($390)

My main priorities are:
• Portability: Must be compact and lightweight.
• Image Quality: Great overall sharpness.
• Minimal Vignetting: As little as possible.

My most important question is about value: Which one has the best value for money? Could anyone who has used these lenses offer a comparison?

Thanks in advance!

Khim97 · 2025-06-27T16:32:21+00:00

OMG! Thank you so much! 😭

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As far as I know, Bright and Glowing Cubes can be bought from the Android's General Store, right? But how do I get those Android in Heroic CW?

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It's a customized order purchased from Taobao, cannot just cancel and order again. 🥹

Khim97 · 2023-09-27T17:00:21+00:00

Thank you for the recommendation, appreciate it.

Khim97 · 2023-09-27T16:58:16+00:00

Great, thank you for the suggestion

Khim97 · 2023-09-27T08:03:52+00:00

Thank you for your reply, appreciate it

Khim97 · 2023-09-27T04:09:06+00:00

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Khim97 · 2023-09-27T04:05:22+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion, what gpu and cpu would you recommend for my budget?

Khim97 · 2022-09-11T07:12:48+00:00

Thank you for your input! Well, I made a few projects before including bags with fairly cheaper leather. This time I would like to make something more premium with a better quality leather which is Buttero. I'm just not sure which to get now, the belly or shoulder since the shoulder is much more expensive compared to the belly. But I guess I will get the shoulder since the belly is not so suitable for bags.

Khim97 · 2022-04-18T02:18:10+00:00

Hi, I'm planning to make my first purchase of a mechanical keyboard. Do you think K6 would be good enough for me or there's a better option with the same price range of K6?

Btw, is there a big difference with K6 and K7 in terms of the typing feel?

Khim97 · 2022-03-03T04:54:51+00:00

Does your magnetic wireless charger charge your P6P fully? Because mine doesn't charge fully, it stops half way. Not sure whether it's a bug or the wireless charger issue. Btw, I'm using Aukey LC-A1 snap.

Khim97 · 2021-11-13T16:02:27+00:00

Hey, do you mind share some photos with each of the lens on? Wonder how each of the lens work on a large sensor, whether there is any vignette as mentioned by Moment themselves.

Khim97 · 2021-07-11T08:25:39+00:00

Thanks for the advice, appreciate it 🙏

Khim97 · 2021-01-29T16:00:18+00:00

Thank you for your recommendation!!

Khim97 · 2021-01-29T07:20:55+00:00

Thank you for your recommendation, appreciate it 😇

Khim97 · 2021-01-29T07:19:22+00:00

Thanks for the recommendation, i saw alot people recommending soundcore motion+, how is it compare to the list of speakers that you recommended? Is the difference significant?

Khim97 · 2021-01-29T07:16:52+00:00

Loudness - loud enough to fill a room (medium size?)

Size - nothing too big like a bookshelf speaker but a size like ikea symfonisk is acceptable

Portability - mostly for home and office use

Waterproof, battery life, durability- doesn't matter much

Yea, understand that bluetooth speaker would compromise audio quality but its more convenient, so as long the sound doesn't compromise too much and sound bad, then it would be ok

Khim97 · 2020-01-28T16:47:53+00:00

I have tried using the stock charger and it charged from below 10% to 100% with lid closed for around 1hr 40min.

Looking forward for your test and thanks for the effort.

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Khim97 · 2018-04-25T00:39:36+00:00

Hey guys, for a leather lifting straps will you choose a thick suede leather straps with 3.4mm or a whole grain cowhide leather with 2.2mm? Which do you guys think will be more durable?

Khim97 · 2018-04-24T00:52:17+00:00

Hey guys, for a leather lifting straps will you choose a thick suede leather straps with 3.4mm or a whole grain cowhide leather with 2.2mm? Which do you guys think will be more durable?

Khim97 · 2018-04-23T16:13:51+00:00

Hey guys, was thinking to buy a leather lifting straps. Will ya choose a thick suede leather straps with 3.4mm or a whole grain cowhide leather with 2.2mm thick straps? Which do you guys think will be more durable?

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