Third-party lens maker Viltrox is releasing a new lens into its affordable EVO series, the AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO. Available for both Sony FE and Nikon Z full-frame mirrorless cameras, the slim, pancake-style design and wide-angle perspective make it an ideal everyday, always-on companion for street photography, travel, environmental portraits, and more.
The efficient optical design of the AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO lies in its compact form factor. Featuring eight elements in six groups, including two aspherical lenses and a high-refractive lens, the optic weighs less than 5 oz. Image quality remains high despite the low weight, with the lens producing sharp, wide-angle images with minimal distortion even at the maximum aperture.
A gear-type stepping motor (STM) system powers the lens’s autofocus mechanism, delivering fast, efficient subject locking. According to Viltrox, the autofocus is more than precise and responsive enough to confidently capture moving subjects across multiple domains.
The lens also boasts a 7.9” minimum focusing distance, offering creators the ability to capture expressive close-up compositions.
The AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO features a robust metal construction, water and dust-resistant coatings, a USB-C port for firmware updates, and separate aperture and focus rings. This last feature is unique among lenses of this class, allowing for a more tactile shooting experience. The lens also comes with a magnetic lens cap system, simplifying the removal and attachment experience.
For more information about the new lens, including additional features, specs, and highlights, be sure to check out the detailed product page for the AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO lens.
