The Latest Viltrox Rumours

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Rumours are starting to swirl that Viltrox could soon enter Canon’s APS-C mirrorless ecosystem, something that would be a pretty big deal for RF-S users. According to multiple reports from sites like Canonrumors and Canonbuzz, Canon may be preparing to allow Viltrox to release its own APS-C prime lenses for RF-mount cameras. Nothing is confirmed yet, but if it happens, it would mark the first time Viltrox brings its modern APS-C lineup to Canon’s current mirrorless system.

For years, Canon, Nikon, and Sony have clearly focused most of their energy on full-frame cameras, even though all three still sell plenty of APS-C bodies. Sony users are in the strongest position when it comes to lenses, with broad third-party support from Sigma, Tamron, and Viltrox. Nikon Z APS-C shooters have gained access to some third-party primes, mainly from Sigma and Viltrox, but zoom options remain limited. Canon RF-S is the most restricted of the three, Sigma and Tamron offer several APS-C zooms, but third-party prime lenses are almost entirely absent.

That is precisely where Viltrox could make a difference. The company already has a mature APS-C lineup on other mounts, covering focal lengths from ultra-wide 9mm through short-telephoto 75mm, often with fast apertures and compact designs. Viltrox also previously supported Canon’s EOS M system, so there is precedent. For EOS R7, R10, R50, and R100 owners, native RF-S primes from Viltrox would open up far more creative and affordable options. All that being said, please remember that these are just rumours for now and despite the optimism, there is still no official sign Canon plans to allow third-party full-frame RF lenses.