The AF 135mm F1.8 Lab FE is the first full-frame, large-aperture autofocus telephoto fixed lens in the Viltrox Lab series.
Key features
- Full-Frame | f/1.8 to f/16
- Fast Medium-Length Prime
- VCM Focusing Mechanism
- Autofocus Design
- Multilayer Nano Coating
- Dust and Moisture-Proof Design
The optical design consists of 14 elements in 9 groups, 4 ED lenses, and 2 HR lenses, to ensure sharpness from center to edges across the focal range. It is equipped with Hyper VCM motor, which is claimed to provide 150% faster focus speeds and micron-level precision. It features a 0.72m minimum focusing distance and 0.25x maximum magnification.
The lens weighs 2.7 lb / 1235g and it has an 82mm front filter diameter.
Price & Availability
The Viltrox AF 135mm F1.8 Lab FE is now available to pre-order for $764.14 USD.
As a comparison, the Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM Lens retails for $2,098 USD, but it is lighter and weighs 33.51 oz / 950 g.