Viltrox’s New Evo Prime Lenses

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Viltrox’s new AF 35mm f/1.8 Evo and AF 55mm f/1.8 Evo lenses are here. Both were announced at NAB Show 2026 and are built around an apochromatic (APO) optical design, which is meant to bring red, green, and blue wavelengths into the same focal plane. In real-world use, that usually means less chromatic aberration and cleaner edges, especially in high-contrast scenes, along with more consistent colour rendering.

On the inside, both lenses use fairly complex optical constructions. The 35mm f/1.8 has 13 elements in 10 groups, while the 55mm f/1.8 uses 13 elements in 9 groups, with both incorporating ED and high-refractive index elements. That kind of setup is typically there to keep sharpness more consistent across the frame and to hold up better when shooting wide open. Both lenses have a maximum aperture of f/1.8, which makes them usable in lower light and gives some control over depth of field. Minimum focusing distances are 0.3 meters for the 35mm and 0.4 meters for the 55mm.

Autofocus is handled by an STM stepping motor, which is usually chosen for smoother and quieter operation, especially if you are shooting video. Both lenses also include physical controls like an AF/MF switch, function button, and aperture click switch, and they come in an all-metal build with a sealed mount. In terms of size, they stay relatively compact at around 330 grams for the 35mm and 365 grams for the 55mm. Both lenses are available for Sony FE and Nikon Z mounts, priced at $395 for the 35mm and $370 for the 55mm.