Designed for photographers and filmmakers who want one lens that can do it all, the Viltrox AF 35mm F1.8 EVO II combines professional optical performance with a compact, lightweight design. Its versatile 35mm focal length provides a natural yet expansive perspective, making it the ideal choice for street photography, travel, environmental portraits, landscapes, documentary work and everyday storytelling. The 35mm field of view allows you to capture your subject while preserving the atmosphere and surroundings, creating images that feel immersive and authentic. Whether you're documenting city life, photographing family moments or producing cinematic video content, this lens delivers a balanced perspective that is both creative and versatile.
At the heart of the lens is Viltrox's advanced APO optical design, engineered to align red, green and blue wavelengths onto the same focal plane for superior colour accuracy and exceptional image quality. Chromatic aberration and colour fringing are effectively suppressed, even in high-contrast scenes, resulting in cleaner images with remarkable sharpness and beautifully refined detail across the entire frame. The bright F1.8 maximum aperture delivers outstanding performance in low-light conditions, allowing you to shoot confidently indoors, during golden hour or after sunset without sacrificing image quality. It also produces soft, natural bokeh with smooth background transitions, helping your subject stand out while maintaining a strong sense of place and atmosphere.
Engineered with 13 elements in 10 groups, including 2 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) elements, 3 High Refractive (HR) elements and 1 Ultra-Precision Aspherical (UA) element, the AF 35mm F1.8 EVO II delivers impressive edge-to-edge sharpness, excellent contrast and outstanding resolution. Even when cropping or viewing images at high magnification, fine textures and intricate details remain crisp and beautifully rendered. Fast and quiet STM autofocus ensures smooth, accurate focusing for both still photography and video recording. From fast-moving street scenes to spontaneous portraits and everyday moments, autofocus responds quickly and reliably while remaining virtually silent. A minimum focusing distance of just 0.34 metres also allows you to capture detailed close-up subjects with exceptional clarity and natural perspective.
Despite its advanced optical construction, the lens weighs approximately 355g, making it comfortable for extended handheld shooting and an excellent companion for travel or everyday use. Thoughtfully positioned controls, including a customisable Fn button, CLICK switch and AF/MF switch, provide intuitive operation, while the USB Type-C firmware upgrade port ensures your lens stays up to date with future improvements. Built for reliability in real-world conditions, the AF 35mm F1.8 EVO II features a durable construction with a rubber-sealed mount to help protect against dust and light moisture. The front element is coated with a water and smudge-resistant finish for easier cleaning and greater confidence when shooting outdoors. A 58mm filter thread provides compatibility with a wide range of filters and accessories, giving photographers even greater creative flexibility.
From environmental portraits and vibrant street photography to cinematic video and everyday adventures, the Viltrox AF 35mm F1.8 EVO II delivers exceptional sharpness, true-to-life colour and professional performance in a compact full-frame lens designed to inspire creativity.
Key features:
- Advanced APO optical design for exceptional sharpness and true-to-life colour reproduction
- Bright F1.8 aperture for outstanding low-light performance and beautiful natural bokeh
- Full-frame 35mm focal length ideal for street photography, travel, landscapes and environmental portraits
- Precision optical construction with 13 elements in 10 groups
- Includes 2 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED), 3 High Refractive (HR) and 1 Ultra-Precision Aspherical (UA) element
- Effectively suppresses chromatic aberration and colour fringing
- Fast, accurate and quiet STM autofocus for still photography and video recording
- Minimum focusing distance of 0.34 metres for detailed close-up photography
- Compact and lightweight design weighing approximately 355g
- Customisable Fn button for enhanced workflow
- CLICK switch and AF/MF switch for intuitive operation
- Durable construction with a rubber-sealed lens mount
- Water and smudge-resistant front element coating
- USB Type-C firmware upgrade port
- 58mm filter thread for filters and accessories
- Excellent edge-to-edge sharpness across the frame
- Ideal for street photography, travel, landscapes, environmental portraits, everyday photography and video creation
Compatibility:
Full-Frame Nikon Z-Mount:
Nikon Zf, Nikon Z5, Nikon Z6, Nikon Z6 II, Nikon Z6 III, Nikon Z7, Nikon Z7 II, Nikon Z8, Nikon Z9
APS-C Nikon Z-Mount:
Nikon Z30, Nikon Z50, Nikon Z50 II, Nikon Z fc
Specifications:
- Lens mount: Nikon Z-Mount
- Format: Full-Frame
- Focal length: 35mm
- Maximum aperture: F1.8
- Optical construction: 13 elements in 10 groups
- Optical elements: 2 ED, 3 HR and 1 UA element
- Minimum focusing distance: 0.34 metres
- Autofocus system: STM stepping motor
- Focus modes: Auto Focus and Manual Focus
- Filter size: 58mm
- Firmware upgrades via USB Type-C
- Rubber-sealed lens mount
- Water and smudge-resistant front element coating
- Weight: Approximately 355g
- Lens body colour: Black
Warranty:
1-Year limited local South African warranty.
What's in the box:
- 1 x Viltrox AF 35mm F1.8 EVO II Full-Frame Lens for Nikon Z-Mount Mirrorless Cameras
- 1 x Lens hood
- 1 x Front lens cap
- 1 x Rear lens cap
- 1 x Operating instructions