Viltrox AF 35mm F1.8 EVO APO
Viltrox · 35 mm · f/1.8 · EVO
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
73
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Exceptional sharpness from F1.8 with outstanding center quality and strong edge performance at medium apertures
+Outstanding APO optical correction with minimal chromatic aberration and low distortion
+Compact and lightweight design at 355g, highly portable for travel and everyday shooting
+Exceptional value proposition at $395 with premium features matching much more expensive lenses
+Smooth, creamy bokeh quality delivering professional-level out-of-focus rendering
+Feature-rich build with de-clickable aperture, STM autofocus, weather sealing, and USB-C firmware updates
Worth Knowing
−Minimum focus distance of 0.34m is longer than some competitors, limiting macro work
−Maximum magnification ratio of 0.15x is relatively modest for close-up photography
−Some users report slight yellow color cast from lens coatings requiring white balance adjustment
−Autofocus not as fast as higher-end models; AF-C mode performs better than AF-S on some camera bodies
General | |
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About This LensThe Viltrox AF 35mm F1.8 EVO APO delivers exceptional optical performance and build quality at an aggressive $395 price point, making professional-grade APO optics accessible to photographers. Its 13-element APO design provides outstanding sharpness, minimal chromatic aberration, and smooth bokeh that rivals lenses costing 2-3 times more, while the compact 355g aluminum body and feature-rich controls make it ideal for street, travel, and environmental portrait work. Though the minimum focus distance and autofocus speed lag slightly behind premium competitors, the overall balance of optical quality, features, and portability makes this an compelling value for photographers seeking a high-performance 35mm prime. | |
| Brand | Viltrox |
| Release Year | 2026 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | EVO |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Sony E |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Sony E |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Full Frame |
Physical64/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 355 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 69 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 76 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 58 mm |
Optics85/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 35 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 1.8 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 63° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 18 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 9020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 34 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.15x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features52/100 | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |  Yes |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. |  Yes |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction69/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 13 |
| Groups | 10 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 1 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 2 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 3 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |