{"product_id":"viltrox-af-55mm-f1-8-evo-full-frame-prime-lens-for-nikon-z-mount-mirrorless-cameras","title":"Viltrox AF 55mm F1.8 EVO Full-Frame Prime Lens for Nikon Z-Mount Mirrorless Cameras","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned for photographers and filmmakers who demand professional image quality, the Viltrox AF 55mm F1.8 EVO is a versatile full-frame prime lens that combines advanced optical engineering with a lightweight, everyday design. Whether you're creating stunning portraits, documenting your travels or capturing cinematic video, this lens delivers outstanding performance with remarkable clarity and natural rendering. The 55mm focal length offers a perspective that closely matches the human eye, creating images with realistic depth and balanced compression. It is the perfect focal length for portraits, street photography, lifestyle content, environmental portraits and everyday photography, producing compositions that feel both natural and immersive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAt 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. This significantly reduces chromatic aberration and virtually eliminates distracting colour fringing, even in high-contrast scenes. The result is exceptional sharpness, pure colour reproduction and beautifully refined detail from the centre of the frame right to the edges. Its bright F1.8 maximum aperture provides excellent low-light performance, allowing more light to reach the sensor for cleaner images with reduced noise when shooting indoors, at dusk or after sunset. The wide aperture also creates smooth, creamy bokeh with gentle background transitions, helping your subject stand out while adding depth and emotion to every photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe sophisticated optical construction features 13 elements in 9 groups, incorporating 2 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) elements, 2 High Refractive (HR) elements and 1 Ultra-Precision Aspherical (UA) element. Together, these premium optics deliver impressive edge-to-edge sharpness, excellent contrast and outstanding resolution, making full use of today's high-resolution Nikon Z-Mount cameras. Powered by a fast and quiet STM stepping motor, autofocus is responsive, accurate and reliable for both still photography and video recording. Whether photographing fast-moving subjects, spontaneous street scenes or expressive portraits, the lens locks onto focus quickly and smoothly. A minimum focusing distance of just 0.43 metres also allows you to capture intricate close-up details with exceptional clarity and natural perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDespite its professional capabilities, the AF 55mm F1.8 EVO remains highly portable, weighing approximately 390g. Its compact design makes it comfortable for extended handheld shooting, while intuitive controls including a customisable Fn button, CLICK switch and AF\/MF switch allow photographers and videographers to work efficiently without interrupting their creative flow. Built for everyday reliability, the lens features a durable construction with a rubber-sealed mount to help protect against dust and light moisture, while the front element benefits from a water and smudge-resistant coating for easier maintenance in demanding environments. A convenient USB Type-C port enables quick firmware updates, and the 58mm filter thread provides compatibility with a wide range of photographic filters and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFrom beautifully rendered portraits to detailed close-ups and low-light storytelling, the Viltrox AF 55mm F1.8 EVO delivers the perfect balance of optical excellence, reliable autofocus and everyday practicality for Nikon Z-Mount photographers who expect more from their equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cIvTSkpEq1E?si=y4qyNjqD6LAfMJFT\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdvanced APO optical design for exceptional sharpness and true-to-life colour reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBright F1.8 aperture for outstanding low-light performance and beautiful natural bokeh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFull-frame 55mm focal length ideal for portraits, street photography and everyday shooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePrecision optical construction with 13 elements in 9 groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIncludes 2 Extra-Low Dispersion (ED), 2 High Refractive (HR) and 1 Ultra-Precision Aspherical (UA) element\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEffectively suppresses chromatic aberration and colour fringing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFast, accurate and quiet STM autofocus for still photography and video recording\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMinimum focusing distance of 0.43 metres for detailed close-up photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCompact and lightweight design weighing approximately 390g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCustomisable Fn button for enhanced workflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCLICK switch and AF\/MF switch for intuitive operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDurable construction with a rubber-sealed lens mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWater and smudge-resistant front element coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUSB Type-C firmware upgrade port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e58mm filter thread for filters and accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExcellent edge-to-edge sharpness across the frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdeal for portraits, lifestyle, travel, street photography and video creation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp 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