Viltrox Launches New Medium Telephoto Portrait Lens for APS-C: AF 75mm F1.8 EVO

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price: ¥75,000 (tax included)

Eizo Arashi Co., Ltd. will release the Viltrox (Viltrox) interchangeable lens 'Viltrox AF 75mm F1.8 EVO' on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

Compatible Mounts: Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X

EVO | The Essential Lens, Redefined

The EVO series is a new 'Core Prime' category within Viltrox's lens lineup.

Positioned between the existing 'Pro Series' (high-performance oriented) and 'Air Series' (lightweight and budget-oriented), this series aims to optimize the balance of performance, mobility, and price.

Development Concept

Deliver an accessible and highly mobile option compared to traditional high-priced, heavy lenses, while maintaining high optical performance.

Prioritize operability and portability to make shooting comfortable for daily use, creative work, and professional projects.

Ensure comfortable operation and expandability (aperture ring, USB-C firmware update support).

Achieve both reliability and practicality with features such as dust and splash resistance.

Product Overview

The 'Viltrox AF 75mm F1.8 EVO' is a medium telephoto autofocus prime lens designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras. With a focal length of 75mm, it provides an angle of view equivalent to approximately 112.5mm in 35mm format when mounted on an APS-C camera, allowing users to enjoy portrait photography that naturally highlights the subject while softly blurring the background. The bright F1.8 aperture enables three-dimensional rendering, making the subject stand out from the background. Suitable not only for portraits but also for snapshots, pets, flowers, and small objects, it excels in capturing memorable moments in everyday life. The optical system incorporates two ED lenses and two high-refractive-index lenses, achieving clear and sharp images with suppressed chromatic aberration. Equipped with an STM motor for comfortable autofocus, it performs smoothly for both still photography and video. With a lightweight design starting from approximately 325g, it is easy to carry with APS-C cameras, making it ideal for travel, street photography, and everyday portrait shooting.

Main Features

Approximately 112.5mm Equivalent Angle of View for Natural Portraits on APS-C

The 75mm focal length provides an angle of view equivalent to approximately 112.5mm in 35mm format when used with APS-C cameras. The natural compression effect unique to medium telephoto lenses allows beautiful subject separation and softly organized backgrounds in portrait photography.

Two ED Lenses and Two High-Refractive-Index Lenses

The 9-group, 11-element optical design incorporates two ED lenses and two high-refractive-index lenses. This suppresses chromatic aberration and achieves clear, sharp rendering even when used wide open. It balances high resolution with smooth bokeh quality.

Lightweight and Compact Design Starting from Approximately 325g

The Fujifilm X-mount version weighs approximately 325g, the Sony E-mount version approximately 335g, and the Nikon Z-mount version approximately 355g. Despite being a medium telephoto lens, it is easy to carry, making it convenient for travel, street photography, and everyday shooting.

Close-Focus Capability with Minimum Focus Distance of 0.74m

The minimum focus distance is 0.74m, with a maximum magnification of 0.12x. In addition to portraits, it supports closer shots of flowers, small objects, and detailed close-ups of hands.

Practical Design for Outdoor Shooting

The mount features a rubber sealing, and the front element has a coating that resists water droplets and dirt. It supports 58mm filters and is compatible with firmware updates via a USB Type-C port.

Lens Construction and MTF Chart

Specifications

Model

AF 75mm F1.8 EVO

Compatible Mounts

Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X

Focus Mode

AF/MF

Compatible Image Size

APS-C

Lens Construction

11 elements in 9 groups

Aperture Range

F1.8–F16

Number of Diaphragm Blades

9 blades

Focal Length

75mm (35mm format equivalent: approximately 112.5mm)

Focusing Mechanism

Internal focusing

Focus Motor

STM + Lead Screw

Minimum Focus Distance

0.74m

Filter Size

Φ58mm

Dimensions: Maximum Diameter × Length

E-mount: Φ69mm × 76mm

Z-mount: Φ69mm × 78mm

Fujifilm X: Φ69mm × 76mm

Weight:

E-mount: approximately 335g

Z-mount: approximately 355g

Fujifilm X: approximately 325g

[Where to Buy Viltrox AF 75mm F1.8 EVO]

[Eizo Arashi Online Store]

https://viltroxjapan.jp/products/af75-evo

[Amazon]

https://amzn.asia/d/0ixwsYSs

[E&I Creation Online Store]

https://2ndfocus.com/products/viltrox-af-75mm-f1-8-evo

※Released to major retailers on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

About Eizo Arashi Co., Ltd.

Eizo Arashi Co., Ltd. is the sole official distributor in Japan for high-quality imaging equipment under the Viltrox and Marsace brands. We deliver peace of mind and reliability to our customers through domestic after-sales service and repair support. To explore unknown worlds and unlock new surprises and emotions—everything we do is to make your photography experience more beautiful and vivid.

Brands Handled: Viltrox, Marsace

Moving forward, we will continue to maximize the appeal of 'Viltrox' and provide Japanese users with better products and services. Additionally, through regular campaigns and events, we plan to introduce the charm of 'Viltrox' to more customers.