Two compact autofocus primes expand Viltrox’s hybrid photo-video lens lineup.
Viltrox has expanded its mirrorless lens range with the launch of two new full-frame primes, the AF 35mm F1.8 EVO and AF 55mm F1.8 EVO. The pair will be showcased at NAB Show 2026 in Las Vegas as part of the company’s broader “Expanding the Viltrox Imaging System — From Photo to Cinema” message, underlining its push to serve creators working across both stills and motion.
The new lenses are positioned as compact, lightweight options for hybrid shooters who want fast apertures, modern autofocus and strong optical correction without stepping up to bulkier professional glass. Both models use a 13-element optical design and are described as APO-grade, with Viltrox claiming improved suppression of chromatic aberration and cleaner edge definition in difficult lighting. That should make them especially appealing to photographers and videographers looking for sharp files straight from camera, particularly when shooting wide open at F1.8.
Of the two, the AF 35mm F1.8 EVO is the more general-purpose storytelling lens. Viltrox says its 63-degree field of view suits street photography, travel and environmental portraiture, while the 0.34m minimum focusing distance adds flexibility for tighter detail shots. The company also highlights its all-metal construction, compact form and STM stepping motor autofocus, suggesting a lens designed to balance daily portability with responsive stills and video performance.
The AF 55mm F1.8 EVO shifts towards a more natural perspective, one closer to the human eye and more readily associated with portraits, still life and detail-led work. Its F1.8 aperture is intended to deliver smooth background blur, while a 0.43m minimum focusing distance broadens its usefulness for close framing. Like the 35mm, it uses STM-driven autofocus and a metal body, aiming to combine reliability with straightforward handling.
Taken together, the two launches strengthen Viltrox’s case for creators who want affordable, modern primes that can move comfortably between photography and filmmaking. Rather than chasing exotic specifications, these lenses appear to focus on the fundamentals: practical focal lengths, fast apertures, compact design and hybrid-friendly performance.
Specifications
AF 35mm F1.8 EVO
Lens type: Full-frame autofocus prime
Focal length: 35mm
Maximum aperture: F1.8
Field of view: 63 degrees
Minimum object distance: 0.34m
Optical construction: 13 elements
Optical design: APO-grade
Autofocus motor: STM stepping motor
Body construction: All-metal
Use cases: Street photography, travel, environmental portraits, video
AF 55mm F1.8 EVO
Lens type: Full-frame autofocus prime
Focal length: 55mm
Maximum aperture: F1.8
Minimum object distance: 0.43m
Optical construction: 13 elements
Optical design: APO-grade
Autofocus motor: STM stepping motor
Body construction: Metal
Use cases: Portraits, still life, detail-focused imagery, video
Price and Availability
The AF 35mm F1.8 EVO is priced at $395 / €459 / £385, while the AF 55mm F1.8 EVO comes in at $370 / €429 / £359. More information is available via the product pages for the 55mm F1.8 EVO Z and the 35mm F1.8 EVO Z, the 55mm F1.8 EVO FE and the 35mm F1.8 EVO FE. The lenses are also listed through Viltrox’s Amazon channels, with the 35mm and the 55mm.
