The Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB for Sony E-mount is the latest addition to the company’s LAB series.
The lens is a fast, wide-angle prime that couples a high-quality optical design with an intuitively crafted lens barrel that allows swift setting adjustments.
It is claimed to provide quick and quiet autofocus performance via its VCM focusing motor.
Key features
- F1.2 Ultra-Large Aperture– Smooth, dreamy bokeh, and bright low-light performance—perfect for portraits and night shots.
- Flagship-Level Sharpness– Outstanding edge-to-edge clarity, even wide open at F1.2—ideal for high-resolution sensors.
- Advanced Optical Structure– 15 elements in 10 groups, including 5 ED, 3 HR, and 2 UA lenses—deliver high contrast and low aberration.
- Quad Viltrox HyperVCM Autofocus– Fast, silent, and precise autofocus with face/eye tracking—optimized for both photo and video.
- Pro Controls + LCD Display– Multi-function ring, dual Fn buttons, clicked/de-clicked aperture ring, and a customizable info screen.
- All-Metal Weather-Sealed Build– Aerospace-grade metal body with dust & moisture resistance for reliable outdoor shooting.
- Quad Viltrox HyperVCM motors deliver ultra-fast, whisper-quiet autofocus.
- 150% faster than traditional STM motors with pinpoint focusing precision.
- Supports reliable face/eye recognition autofocus, securely locking onto subjects for a top-tier autofocus experience.
Optical aberration and image distortion are reduced by the incorporated extra-low dispersion (ED), high-refractive (HR), and aspherical (ASPH) lens elements. Featured on the barrel are two Fn buttons, ensuring your favorite custom settings are easily accessible.
Additionally, the lens is protected by a multilayer nanocoating that prevents water, dust, and fouling damage.
Optical Construction consists of fifteen lenses in ten groups, including five extra-low dispersion (ED) lenses, three high-refractive (HR) lenses, and two aspherical (ASPH) lenses, to reduce flare and ghosting for improved contrast and quality. There is an Eleven-bladed diaphragm for more circular and pleasing bokeh
The lens has a 13.4″ minimum focusing distance, allowing you to focus on subjects close to you.
Video Use
Viltrox states that the lens will work well for video applications as it has an Ultra-quiet Quad Viltrox HyperVCM motor and excellent focus breathing control
Other Features
- Multi-function ring for quick aperture or focus adjustment.
- Two customizable Fn buttons for personalized shortcuts.
- Supports clicked/de-clicked aperture for video and stills.
- Viltrox Lens App enables extended function configuration.
- Built-in AF/MF switch for quickly alternating between autofocus and manual focus modes
- USB-C interface for firmware upgrades
- Sophisticated LCD screen displays important shooting information including object distance, Fn icons, and aperture identification
Price & Availability
The Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB for Sony E-mount is now available to purchase for $999 USD.
As a comparison, Sony’s FE 35mm f/1.4 GM Lens retails for $1,398 USD.
