Viltrox unveils two affordable and lightweight portrait primes for Sony, Fujifilm and Nikons APS-C cameras and Ive got my eye on this reimagined classic

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Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:21:18 +0000

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Viltrox has unveiled two new prime lenses for Sony, Fujifilm and Nikon APS-C cameras, the AF 75mm F1.8 EVO and AF 90mm F2.2 EVO.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Viltrox unveils 75mm f/1.8 and 90mm f/2.2 autofocus primes for APS-C They're available in Sony E, Fujifilm X and Nikon Z-mount versions We still don't know the outcome of the Nikon / Viltrox lawsuit It's no secret that I'm a fan of Viltrox lenses and why not? The Chinese lens manufacturer makes some of the best-quality and affordable third-party lenses, and we now have two more to choose from: the AF 75mm F1.8 EVO and AF 90mm F2.2 EVO.

Both lenses are available from today in Sony E, Fujifilm X and Nikon Z-mount versions, for $329 / 319 at Amazon and $369 / 359 at Amazon respectively (Australia pricing TBC). There are often deals at the Viltrox site in fact, there's already around 5% off those prices at launch. They're designed for APS-C cameras, meaning both lenses work directly with the likes of the Sony A6700 , Nikon Z50 II , Fujifilm X-T5 (look out for my review of the X-mount version of the 90mm, coming soon), and have 113mm and 135mm effective focal lengths respectively. Latest Videos From Watch full video here:

These focal lengths are particularly popular for portrait photography I especially love the 135mm focal length and the bright maximum aperture for each able to render blurry backgrounds.

Being 'EVO' lenses, the pair are affordable, especially lightweight, and will be impressively sharp considering those factors. And I should know we've already tested other EVO lenses, including the 85mm F2 EVO for full-frame , and expect the same high quality from the latest additions to the series. You may like First Chinese zoom lens with autofocus spotted and that's a big
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Each lens features a clicked / de-clicked aperture ring, customizable
function button and AF/MF switch, plus autofocus powered by an STM motor. They're pretty much the same size and take 58mm lens filters, while the 75mm lens weighs 11.8oz / 335g and the 90mm lens weighs 11.3oz / 320g.

With a 0.74m minimum focus distance, neither lens is particularly strong for close-up photography. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more.
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The 90mm F2.2 is a different proposition to Viltrox's 135mm F1.8 LAB lens for full-frame cameras, which has the same effective focal length that flagship lens is thrice the price and weight. No, Viltrox's EVO lenses are designed to deliver dreamy bokeh and sharp detail for enthusiast-level cameras, but in a lightweight and tidy package. I'm excited to share my review of the 90mm lens soon. Image 1 of 5 (Image credit: Viltrox) (Image credit: Viltrox) (Image credit: Viltrox) (Image credit: Viltrox) (Image credit: Viltrox) So what's up with the Nikon lawsuit? It's no surprise to see more new prime lenses by Viltrox it has been prolific in the last two years especially. What did
cause my raised eyebrow, however, is that these two new lenses are available for Nikon cameras.

At the turn of the year, we reported that Nikon was suing Viltrox for alleged patent infringements, and that the case would be in courts at some point in March. That situation has since been awfully quiet, and we don't know the status of this case.

So if you're a Nikon user, say of the Z50 II or Z30 , should you buy either
of these new lenses? I don't see much of a risk it would be a highly aggressive move for Nikon to push future firmware updates for its mirrorless cameras that breaks existing compatibility with Viltrox lenses.

There could be a point at which Viltrox lenses go up in price, however,
should Viltrox start paying Nikon royalties as a result. Until then, it remains arguably the best-value lens manufacturer of all, even if Sigma overall has a wider choice. The Viltrox AF 90mm F2.2 EVO lens is available
for Fujifilm X-mount cameras, such as the X-T5 (Image credit: Viltrox) Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds.



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