- Expanding the Lightweight and Powerful Medium-Telephoto Prime Lens Lineup for APS-C Format
- Ultra-Lightweight Design at Approx. 330g, Simultanously Supporting Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Nikon Z Mounts
- Completing the New 'EVO' Lineup, Bridging the Budget 'Air' and Flagship 'Pro' Series
Viltrox, a third-party lens manufacturer showing formidable growth in the global market, has teased an imminent official release by pre-releasing the online data sheets for two new medium-telephoto prime lenses designed for APS-C crop sensors. The newly unveiled lenses are the 'AF 75mm F1.8 EVO' and 'AF 90mm F2.2 EVO', drawing intense attention from photographers worldwide ahead of their official announcement scheduled for June 8.
According to the published data sheets, both lenses belong to Viltrox’s newly introduced 'EVO' series. The EVO series serves as a mid-range segment positioned between the 'Air' lineup, known for its outstanding cost-performance, and the flagship 'Pro' lineup, which targets ultimate optical performance. This series is specifically tailored for advanced amateurs and video creators seeking professional-grade performance at a reasonable price point.
A standout feature of both lenses is their portability, boasting an ultra-lightweight design of approximately 330g. They also feature a unified 58mm filter thread size, making it convenient for users to share filter accessories across both lenses. Optimized for portrait photography, these lenses offer focal lengths and bright apertures that deliver smooth background blur (bokeh) and a strong sense of subject separation, even on APS-C bodies.
The lens mount options are equally versatile. They will be launched simultaneously for Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Nikon Z mounts, which is expected to appeal to crop-sensor body users across various brands. In particular, this is highly anticipated news for Fujifilm X-mount users; while the existing 'AF 75mm F1.2 Pro' is widely considered a legendary lens, its heavy weight has been a burden for some. The introduction of this lightweight EVO lineup offers a welcome alternative.
[Editor's Comment]
"Viltrox is proving that it is moving beyond the simple 'budget brand' title and evolving into a mature, mainstream brand through precise lineup segmentation. The new 75mm and 90mm EVO lenses will serve as an excellent alternative for portrait photographers who are fatigued by heavy gear, offering the perfect balance of 'lightweight portability' and 'highly focused focal lengths.' While the apertures may not be F1.2 or F1.4, F1.8 and F2.2 are more than capable specifications to beautifully handle everyday snapshots and professional portraits alike."
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