Viltrox AF 75mm F1.8 EVO APO
Viltrox · 75 mm · f/1.8 · EVO
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
66
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Exceptional sharpness and optical performance even wide open at f/1.8 with outstanding edge-to-edge clarity
+Compact and lightweight at 355g, ideal for portable setups and balances well on small mirrorless bodies
+Excellent value at $329 USD with professional-level image quality and rendering
+Smooth, natural bokeh and effective subject separation for portrait work with minimal vignetting from f/2.8 onward
+Fast, quiet, and accurate STM autofocus with reliable eye and face tracking for both photo and video
+Versatile 112mm full-frame equivalent focal length perfect for portraits, street photography, and lifestyle work
Worth Knowing
−Moderate vignetting at f/1.8 (1.7 EV) that requires stopping down to f/2.8 for well-controlled falloff
−Notable focus breathing and some halation/loss of contrast at maximum aperture when shooting video
−STM motor is slower than more premium autofocus systems; occasional focus hunting in low-contrast situations
−Basic weather sealing compared to premium lenses; aperture mode switch on some mounts can slip too easily
General | |
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About This LensWith sharpness far beyond the ordinary, dazzling contrast, perfect distortion control, and smooth bokeh, the Viltrox AF 75mm F1.8 EVO delivers outstanding optical performance in an exceptionally compact package. The APS-C format lens is ideal for tight, head-and-shoulders portraiture and is a great performer at a bargain price. Weather sealing is on the basic side, but the lens stands out with sheer performance in the sea of fast medium prime lenses. | |
| 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. | Nikon Z |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Nikon Z |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  APS-C |
Physical57/100 | |
| 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. | 78 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 ) | 75 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 | 21.4° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 16 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. | 74 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.12x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features32/100 | |
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. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Round |
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 |
Construction54/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 11 |
| Groups | 9 |
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 | 2 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |