- AF 75mm F1.8 and AF 90mm F2.2 EVO—The Arrival of Telephoto Prime Lenses Balancing Cost Performance and Portability
Viltrox, a powerhouse in cost-effective third-party lenses, is set to officially announce two new lenses for APS-C crop sensor cameras next week. The upcoming products are the 'AF 75mm F1.8 EVO' and 'AF 90mm F2.2 EVO', both of which are autofocus (AF) prime lenses covering the short-telephoto and telephoto ranges.
The new 'EVO' series is a mid-tier lineup positioned between Viltrox's ultra-lightweight, budget-friendly 'Air' series and its top-tier flagship 'Pro/Lab' series. Product pages have already slipped out on some overseas retailer sites like Amazon, fueling anticipation among photography enthusiasts.
When calculated in 35mm full-frame equivalents, the focal lengths of the two upcoming lenses correspond to approximately 112mm and 135mm, respectively. These focal lengths are highly optimized for portrait photography and distortion-free still life shots. Notably, both products feature a dedicated physical aperture ring for intuitive control, and they are designed with remarkably compact barrels considering their maximum aperture values, maximizing portability.
Industry insiders predict that the EVO lineup will serve as a "lightweight and affordable alternative" for crop-body users who have felt burdened by existing heavy and expensive premium telephoto lenses. The exact pricing and detailed specifications will be unveiled during the official announcement next week.
[Editor's Note] "Until now, finding a decent telephoto prime lens in the crop mirrorless ecosystem meant making inevitable compromises on size and price. Viltrox's new EVO telephoto duo looks to be an attractive choice that will let users enjoy the fun of out-of-focus background bokeh without the heavy weight or a hefty price tag. If you are a photographer who mainly shoots portrait snaps, next week's announcement is definitely one to watch!"
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