VILTROX 26mm F2.8 EVO FE Full Frame Lens for Sony E, Auto
VILTROX 26mm F2.8 EVO FE Full Frame Lens for Sony E, Auto Focus Ultra-Thin Pancake Lens for Sony E-Mount Cameras A7II A7SIII A7II A7RIII A7IV A7RIV A9 A1 FX3 A7RV ZVE1 A7CR A7CII A93
- Ultra-Compact Pancake Design: At just 23.8mm thick and weighing only 130g, this full-frame lens slips into your pocket or bag without weighing you down. The 26mm focal length with 81.2° angle of view sits right between wide-angle and standard—wide enough to capture environmental context for street, travel, and documentary photography, without the distortion of an ultra-wide
- Dual-Ring Control: Unlike most pancake lenses that sacrifice handling for size, the EVO series features a dedicated aperture ring and a separate focusing ring. Adjust aperture quickly without diving into camera menus—ideal for street shooters who need to react fast
- Sharp, Reliable Optics: 6 group, 8 element optical construction includes 2 aspherical elements for excellent distortion control and 1 high-refractive-index element to maintain compact size without compromising image quality
- Fast, Silent STM Autofocus: The STM + gear-type stepping motor delivers quiet, accurate, and smooth autofocus. Whether you're grabbing candid street shots, chasing pets around the house, or shooting video, this lens locks onto subjects quickly and discreetly
- Built to Last: Inheriting the EVO series' rigorous build standards, the lens mount features enhanced dust protection including a dust-resistant fabric and splash-proof sealing ring. The precision-machined metal body not only looks and feels premium but stands up to real-world use
- Full-Frame 26mm Prime for Street, Travel, and Everyday Photography.
- Pancake Lens with Dual Control Rings for Precise and Intuitive Control.
- Versatile F2.8 Aperture for Smooth Blur and Low-Light Shooting.
- Precision Optics: 8/6 Elements (1HR, 2Aspherical).
- 0.2m Minimum Focusing Distance for Close-Up Detail.
- Lightweight 130g All-Metal Body for Comfortable Everyday Carry.
- Durable Build with a Rubber-Sealed Mount.
- 43mm Filter Thread and USB-C Firmware Upgrade Port.
Dual Control Rings
Dedicated aperture and focus rings provide intuitive control in a compact pancake design.
Advanced Optical Design
An 8-element, 6-group optical design with 2 aspherical and 1 HR element ensures excellent central sharpness and well-controlled aberrations.
43mm Filter Thread
Supports 43mm filters mounted on the lens hood and features a magnetic lens cap for quick attachment and everyday convenience.
81.2° Wide Perspective
Versatile 81.2° wide-angle view ideal for street, travel, architecture, documentary work, and everyday photography.
Specs:
| Lens Mount: | E-mount |
| Lens Elements: | 6 groups, 8 elements |
| Focal Length: | f=26mm |
| Viewing Angle: | 81.2° |
| Aperture: | F2.8-F16 |
| Number of Aperture Blades: | 7 |
| Shooting Distance: | 0.2m-∞ |
| Focus Mechanism: | full-group focusing system |
| Focus Motor: | STM + Gear Type |
| Focus Mode : | MF,AF |
| Max.magnification: | 0.2x |
| Lens Size: | Φ66mm x 23.8mm |
| Weight: | ≈130g(bare lens) |
| Filter Size: | Φ43mm |
| Compatible Information | Full Frame: A7C A7SIII A7III A7RIII A7IV A7RIV A9 A1 A1II FX2 FX3 A7RV ZVE1 A7CR A7CII A93 |
| Compatible Information | APS-C Frame: A6000 A6100 A6300 A6400 A6500 A6600 ZV-E10 FX30 A6700 ZV-E10II (Full frame lens to APS-C camera: 1.5 X focal length) |
Ultra-Compact Pancake Design + Dual Control Rings
Designed to make full-frame photography truly portable, the AF 26mm F2.8 EVO combines an ultra-slim pancake design with a dedicated aperture ring and separate focus ring for intuitive control — features rarely found in full-frame pancake lenses.
130g Metal Body
Lightweight all-metal construction combines durability, premium handling, and everyday portability.
Sharp Wide Open
Engineered for excellent central sharpness, the AF 26mm F2.8 EVO delivers crisp, detailed images right from F2.8.
Efficient & Responsive Autofocus
Powered by an gear-type STM focusing system, the lens delivers fast, efficient autofocus in a compact design, helping creators confidently capture fleeting street moments, moving subjects, and everyday candid scenes.
0.2m Minimum Focusing Distance
With a minimum focusing distance of just 0.2m, the lens enables expressive close-up compositions.
Magnetic Lens Cap System
The magnetic front cap system adds both convenience and playful usability to the shooting experience.
The lens hood design also allows convenient filter installation without requiring hood removal, making it easier to quickly adapt between different shooting setups and creative scenarios.
| SKU: | B0H7WYTRCC |
| Weight: | 0.13 kg |
| Size: | 23.8 millimeters |
| Brand: | VILTROX |
| Colour: | Black |
| Manufacture: | Viltrox |
| Colour: | Black |
| Size: | 23.8 millimeters |
Product description
81.2° Wide Perspective
Versatile 81.2° wide-angle view ideal for street, travel, architecture, documentary work, and everyday photography.
Specs:
| Lens Mount: | E-mount |
| Lens Elements: | 6 groups, 8 elements |
| Focal Length: | f=26mm |
| Viewing Angle: | 81.2° |
| Aperture: | F2.8-F16 |
| Number of Aperture Blades: | 7 |
| Shooting Distance: | 0.2m-∞ |
| Focus Mechanism: | full-group focusing system |
| Focus Motor: | STM + Gear Type |
| Focus Mode : | MF,AF |
| Max.magnification: | 0.2x |
| Lens Size: | Φ66mm x 23.8mm |
| Weight: | ≈130g(bare lens) |
| Filter Size: | Φ43mm |
| Compatible Information | Full Frame: A7C A7SIII A7III A7RIII A7IV A7RIV A9 A1 A1II FX2 FX3 A7RV ZVE1 A7CR A7CII A93 |
| Compatible Information | APS-C Frame: A6000 A6100 A6300 A6400 A6500 A6600 ZV-E10 FX30 A6700 ZV-E10II (Full frame lens to APS-C camera: 1.5 X focal length) |
Magnetic Lens Cap System
The magnetic front cap system adds both convenience and playful usability to the shooting experience.
The lens hood design also allows convenient filter installation without requiring hood removal, making it easier to quickly adapt between different shooting setups and creative scenarios.
The VILTROX 85mm f/1.8 F1.8 Mark II lens is a standout option for photographers seeking exceptional image quality, fast autofocus performance, and affordability. Combining a classic focal length with a wide aperture, this lens has garnered attention for its impressive sharpness and ability to capture stunning portraits, making it a popular choice among both amateur and professional photographers. In this review, we delve into the lens’s standout features and overall performance.
Sharpness that Astounds:
One of the standout features of the VILTROX 85mm f/1.8 F1.8 Mark II lens is its remarkable sharpness. The lens is crafted with precision, providing exceptional clarity and fine detail rendition, even when shooting wide open at f/1.8. The edge-to-edge sharpness is truly impressive, allowing photographers to capture stunning images with outstanding subject separation and bokeh. Whether shooting portraits or other subjects, this lens consistently delivers images with sharpness and crispness that rival lenses in higher price brackets.
Fast and Accurate Autofocus:
The lens’s autofocus capabilities are another area where the VILTROX 85mm f/1.8 F1.8 Mark II truly shines. Its upgraded autofocus system ensures quick and accurate focusing, making it a reliable tool for capturing fleeting moments or subjects in motion. Whether shooting portraits, street photography, or even action shots, the lens’s autofocus performs admirably, allowing you to confidently capture sharp images without missing a beat.
Affordability without Compromise:
One of the most appealing aspects of the VILTROX 85mm f/1.8 F1.8 Mark II lens is its affordability. It offers remarkable value for its price, making it an excellent choice for photographers on a budget or those looking for an affordable addition to their lens lineup. Despite its lower price point, the lens doesn’t compromise on build quality or performance. It features a robust construction, with a smooth and precise focus ring, ensuring durability and ease of use.
Versatility in Portraiture:
The 85mm focal length is renowned for its suitability in portrait photography, and the VILTROX 85mm f/1.8 F1.8 Mark II lens lives up to this reputation. It allows for pleasing compression and flattering perspective, allowing subjects to stand out against beautifully blurred backgrounds. The wide aperture of f/1.8 not only facilitates stunning bokeh but also enables photographers to shoot in low-light conditions with confidence, producing remarkable results.
Conclusion:
The VILTROX 85mm f/1.8 F1.8 Mark II lens is a commendable addition to any photographer’s toolkit. Its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus performance, and affordability make it a standout choice. Whether you’re a professional seeking a reliable and affordable portrait lens or an enthusiast looking to elevate your photography, this lens delivers on all fronts. With the VILTROX 85mm f/1.8 F1.8 Mark II lens, capturing sharp, stunning images becomes an effortless endeavor without breaking the bank.
I’m updating this bargain lens to five stars, now that I’ve taken more photographs with it. This wide angle for less than $200 is perfect for my needs. Eliminates me having to do multiple shots with a 28mm lens and stitch them together. You can see a little aberration at the edge. Plus with a protective filter it encroaches on the corners. But that is minor.
Update-12dec2025 – I finally took this lens out for a test run. I am amazed at how much more of the scenery I can capture in one shot, versus stitching two shots together when using my 28-70mm lens.
However, I’ve noticed three things, which are NOT a dealbreakers-
1. My camera’s autofocus does not lock onto the subject as well, at night, regardless of the mode (center, zone or point focus). Sometimes it just won’t lock on. I have to go into manual mode.
2. I noticed a dark area in the corners of the frame. Realized that because of its great wide angle, the rim of the protective filter that I immediately put on the lens, is what is obscuring that part of the picture frame. Which means I have to remove the filter, or I will have to crop a little bit.
3. As stated this lens is NOT weather seals, so I carry a protective cloth, which I keep covering the lens with when I am out in inclement weather.
Other than that, it is very lightweight and does a decent job. Here are a few shots I did with it today on a wet rainy day.
My main lens is a 28-70mm Sony. However, I have always having to stitch two images together to get the angle wide enough. This Viltrox at less than $200, was rated highway on you tube for its value. So I purchased it on sale here at Amazon for about $160, which left me enough money to by a sky filter and a metal hood and keep the price less than $200. It is F4, so it is not meant to be great for indoor shots. But I will shoot outdoors today.
So far, I’m pretty satisfied with it for indoor shooting.
I want to start out saying that this is an excellent lens for the money. This lens is capable of very sharp photo’s with great color reproduction. That said I did find that the auto focus could be hit and miss especially in lower light conditions.
I went a head and did a replacement and just got the replacement today so I will definitely update this post if needed. Maybe the replacement lens will have better auto focus, or a firmware update will be available soon to address that but wen auto focus works its great. I actually love the lens. I will attach some photos taken with the original lens. The bokeh is OK, I’ve noticed that its scene specific. Using this lens on my Sony a6400.
Una lente dalle prestazioni professionali, ad un prezzo ragionevole
Italian version:
Avevo bisogno di un obiettivo medio tele compatto e facile da trasportare, e la mia scelta ricaduta su questo Viltrox AF 85mm F/2 Evo.
Non stata una scelta casuale: possiedo gi due obiettivi Viltrox della serie Air, il 35mm f/1.7 e il 15mm f/1.7, e sono davvero molto soddisfatto delle loro prestazioni e della qualit d’immagine che offrono.
La serie EVO l’anello di congiunzione tra la serie Air (pi economica) e la serie Pro (pi professionale): ne eredita parte della costruzione e i controlli avanzati, ma con un prezzo pi vicino alla fascia entry-level.
Il packaging composto da una scatola voluminosa e ben protetta, contenente la garanzia, l’obiettivo, il paraluce e un sacchetto vellutato per il trasporto.
La qualit costruttiva si percepisce subito: corpo in metallo, ottima sensazione al tatto e presenza di O-ring che garantiscono resistenza ad acqua e polvere. I 340 grammi lo rendono perfettamente bilanciato sulla mia Sony a6700, e anche durante l’uso prolungato non si avverte alcun affaticamento.
Le ghiere di messa a fuoco e diaframma scorrono senza incertezze e permettono regolazioni molto precise.
I controlli sull’obiettivo sono comodi e facilmente raggiungibili. Nel dettaglio troviamo:
– Tasto di commutazione tra autofocus e manual focus
– Tasto funzione personalizzabile tramite il menu della fotocamera
– Tasto click/declick del diaframma, utilissimo nei video
presente inoltre una porta USB-C per gli aggiornamenti firmware.
Ho testato questa lente cercando di metterla in difficolt: scatti serali, controluce e condizioni di luce variabile, senza utilizzare n flash n cavalletto per ricreare situazioni “scomode” e capire davvero come si comporta.
Il risultato mi ha sbalordito: questo obiettivo regge bene qualsiasi genere fotografico e non mostra incertezze nemmeno nelle situazioni pi critiche.
La messa a fuoco precisa e velocissima, perfettamente compatibile con tutte le funzioni avanzate della mia fotocamera.
L’aberrazione cromatica praticamente inesistente anche in forte controluce, e non ho notato distorsioni rilevanti.
Il diaframma va da f/2 a f/16 e lo sweet spot si trova tra f/4 e f/5.6, proprio come indicato dal produttore.
La distanza minima di messa a fuoco di circa 0,70 m, ma solo un dato tecnico: in pratica, la nitidezza di questa lente incredibile e rappresenta sicuramente il suo punto di forza.
possibile scattare e poi croppare anche al 100% senza perdere dettagli, cosa che piacer agli appassionati di macro “improvvisata” o a chi preferisce ricomporre la foto in post-produzione.
Su APS-C diventa un 127mm equivalente, perfetto per street da distanza discreta, ritratti con ottima compressione dello sfondo e persino piccola fauna, proprio grazie alla sua eccezionale nitidezza.
Il bokeh morbido, cremoso e molto gradevole, e permette di giocare facilmente con la profondit di campo.
La resa a tutta apertura , secondo me, davvero molto buona e omogenea.
Non ho notato focus breathing nell’uso fotografico.
Non ho trovato veri difetti; se devo citarne un paio, avrei preferito il tasto funzione leggermente pi grande e non in gomma. Inoltre, mi sarebbe piaciuto che il passaggio della ghiera dei diaframmi da automatico a manuale fosse un po’ pi “duro”, ma si tratta di preferenze personali.
In conclusione, sono davvero soddisfatto dell’acquisto: con poco pi di 300 ci si porta a casa un obiettivo Prime di ottima fattura e con prestazioni ottiche eccezionali. Super consigliato!
English version
I needed a compact and easy-to-carry medium telephoto lens, and I decided to go for the Viltrox AF 85mm F/2 Evo.
This wasn’t a random choice: I already own two lenses from the Viltrox Air series, the 35mm f/1.7 and the 15mm f/1.7, and I’ve been extremely satisfied with their performance and image quality.
The EVO line sits between the more affordable Air series and the professional Pro series. It offers many of the controls and part of the build quality of the Pro lineup, but at a much more accessible price.
The packaging is a well-protected, sturdy box containing the warranty, the lens, the lens hood, and a soft velvet pouch for carrying it around.
Build quality is immediately noticeable: the metal body feels solid, and the presence of O-rings provides resistance against dust and light rain.
Its 340g weight balances perfectly on my Sony a6700, and even during longer shooting sessions I never felt any fatigue.
The focus ring and aperture ring are smooth and precise, allowing for very fine adjustments.
The lens controls are conveniently placed and easy to access. Specifically, you get:
An AF/MF switch
A customizable function button (configurable from the camera menu)
A click/de-click switch for the aperture ring, especially useful for video work
There’s also a USB-C port for firmware updates.
I tested this lens in several demanding situations: evening shots, backlighting, and rapidly changing light conditions.
I purposely avoided using flash or a tripod to recreate “uncomfortable” shooting conditions and see how the lens would really perform.
The results honestly surprised me — this lens handles virtually any photographic scenario and never showed the slightest uncertainty, even in difficult lighting.
Autofocus is fast and very accurate, fully compatible with all the advanced AF features of my camera.
Chromatic aberration is practically nonexistent, even in strong backlight, and I didn’t notice any significant distortion.
Aperture ranges from f/2 to f/16, and the sweet spot sits between f/4 and f/5.6, exactly as the manufacturer states.
The minimum focusing distance is about 0.70 m, but in practice this is just a technical detail: the real highlight here is the incredible sharpness.
You can crop images at 100% without losing detail, which will definitely please macro lovers who don’t yet have a dedicated lens, or anyone who likes to recompose later in post-production.
On APS-C it becomes roughly a 127mm equivalent, which I find ideal for many genres: distant street shots, portraits with great background compression, and even small wildlife thanks to its excellent sharpness.
The bokeh is soft and creamy, making it easy to create a strong separation between subject and background.
Wide-open performance is, in my opinion, very good and consistent.
I didn’t notice any focus breathing during still photography.
I couldn’t find any real flaws. If I had to mention a couple of personal preferences, I would have liked the function button to be slightly larger and not rubberized.
I also wish the aperture ring’s transition from “A” mode to manual had a bit more resistance, but again, this is purely subjective.
In conclusion, I’m genuinely very satisfied with this purchase. For just over 300, you get a high-quality prime lens with impressive optical performance. Highly recommended!
This lens is worth the hype, I used it on my Sony ZV-E10 and the results were breathtaking. I film fashion, beauty, and skincare content on my instagram (@only4bre) & TikTok (@bredigital) and the quality is insane! The photos are absolutely incredible, I love the way it captures colors and when paired with my Ulanzi flash it’s truly an unstoppable force. Sometimes you can hear the hum of the autofocus but I don’t mind it too much, the lens is pretty lightweight but I wouldn’t consider it compact compared to the kit lens. Super easy to use and perfect if you don’t have much space when filming sit down videos because of the wide angle but it doesn’t have that fisheye effect either!
These are my Settings:
SONY ZV-E10 Viltrox 15mm F1.7 E
24 MP * 4000 6000 * 6.4 MB
ISO 50 22 mm 0 ev f4 1/250 s
Espectacular para su precio
Super amplio, lo uso en mi FX30 y va de maravilla, buen enfoque. oviamente tiene deformacion a los lados pero es agradable, nada que no se pueda controlar o manejas como recurso creativo.
I purchased the viltrox 15mm 1.7, 85mm f2 FE, and 50 1.4 Pro FE.
Viltrox 15mm 1.7: Great lens, fantastic for the price, great quality! Sharp enough for my needs and lightweight. Great walk around wide lens and great for night time. Great for vlogging. I watched YouTube reviews on it which were favorable, I’m happy with my purchase.
Viltrox 85mm f2 EVO FE (photo of girl in skates)
Heavier with superior build quality than the 15 & 56. Decently sharp lens. Bokeh is nice and smooth. Autofocus is fast and silent. Great value for the price as is the same for all viltrox lenses.
Viltrox 50mm 1.4 Pro FE. (Boy in red shirt photos).
I upgraded my camera body from a6400 to a7vi so I needed a 50mm. WOW. Amazing build quality and weather sealing. At f1.4 with eye tracking my camera was nailing the focus. Mild vignetting, slightly prone to ghosting/flaring with strong backlighting, but the bokeh is very dreamy. Less than 1/2 the cost of the Sony 50 GM 1.4 it performs VERY well period. So far I’m very happy with my purchase, I think this will stay on my camera most of the time. Now I’m considering adding the viltrox 35mm LAB.
Great inexpensive full frame prime lense
I wanted to add in a 50mm prime to my lens options for my full frame. After much research I settled on this. For the price it’s great! Images are pretty sharp and clear, autofocusing is quick and sure. I’ve mostly shot stills so can’t speak to video yet. There was a small amount of lense distortion but I was able to correct in post.
I originally purchased the Viltrox 14mm F4 last minute for a real estate shoot because my 24-70mm wasn’t wide enough for some of the interior spaces. It ended up being a great purchase.
At 14mm, I’m able to capture significantly more of a room while still getting images that look natural when composed properly. I’ve since used it for real estate photography, product shoots in tight spaces, wide establishing shots, and even filming workouts in my small garage gym.
Autofocus has worked well with my Sony camera, image quality has been impressive for the price, and the lens is compact enough that it’s easy to keep in my camera bag.
If you’re looking for an affordable ultra-wide Sony E-mount lens, especially for real estate, interiors, content creation, or situations where you can’t move the camera farther back, this is an easy lens for me to recommend.
This is my 4th viltrox lens and 1st of their pro level lenses. I have their 15 1.7, 56 1.7, 85 2.0 EVO, and recently purchased the 56 1.2 Pro to go with my Sony a6400.
The my cheaper viltrox 56 1.7 was good, but the bokeh was not as dreamy as what I’m used to coming from Nikon full frame 85mm lens. I was considering giving up on Sony crop body when I found video reviews of the viltrox 56 1.2 with comparisons to the sigma 56. In tests of sharpness, vignetting, chromatic aberration, the viltrox performed very well. The viltrox has excellent build quality and optical performance. Focus hunting was ok. Lens is very sharp at all distances. The bokeh is really why I bought this lens and it delivers. Built quality and weather sealing are very impressive. One interesting note: i was already warned in video reviews that there is a moving element within the lens that slides front to back when you tilt the lens. I don’t notice anything when I’m shooting, but when you’re holding the lens don’t worry if you feel it. Overall I’m impressed and happy with my purchase!