Lens Details
Viltrox
AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO
$370~
MSRP (prices vary)
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Released: April 20, 2026
Who it's for
The Viltrox AF 55mm f/1.8 EVO is a 55mm f/1.8 prime lens — a short-telephoto / portrait option. Here's what it's best at and what to keep in mind.
Best for
- ✓Portraits and low light — a fast f/1.8 aperture for blurred backgrounds.
- ✓Outdoor and travel use — a weather-sealed build.
55mm
Focal Length
f/1.8
Max Aperture
Full-Frame
Coverage
−
Stabilized
370g
Weight
58mm
Filter
Full Specifications
Optical Design
| Focal Length | 55mm |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Optical Elements | 13 |
| Optical Groups | 9 |
Aperture & Iris
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Aperture | f/16 |
| Aperture Blades | 9 |
| Rounded Aperture | Yes |
Coverage & Angle
| Format Coverage | Full-Frame |
|---|---|
| Lens Mount | Sony E |
| Angle of View | 43° |
| 35mm Equivalent | − |
Focus
| Autofocus | Yes |
|---|---|
| Focus Motor | STM |
| Focus Limiter | No |
| AF/MF Switch | Yes |
| Min Focus Distance | 43 cm |
| Max Magnification | − |
Stabilization & Video
| Optical Stabilization | No |
|---|---|
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Declickable Aperture | No |
| Parfocal | No |
| Internal Zoom | No |
General
| Price (MSRP) | $370 |
|---|---|
| Filter Size | 58mm |
| Diameter | − |
| Length | 76mm |
| Weight | 370g (13.1 oz) |
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Tripod Collar | No |
