![]() ![]() ![]() Speaking of the focus ring, it's the only manual control on this lens. I suspect it occurs because the closer subject is often blurred to nothingness. On the upside, a quick re-point AF or manual ring twist takes care of it. I've heard other complaints about this and experienced it as well - with detailed background and thinner main subject, the lens tends to bias toward the larger detail area and resists coming back to the closer or simpler subject. AF is fast and accurate, at least as fast and accurate as the native 50 and possibly even a touch faster - except in one area: and that's when something of detail is in the background and the subject is small relative to the background. Balance is virtually identical to the 50/1.8S even though it weighs a bit more, so it's quite comfortable in the hand for extended shooting stints. Surprising to me as well is the fact that color seems virtually identical to Nikon's basic -which I find gorgeous out of the gate- and which is frankly a bit unusual with 3rd party glass. While I do not have the 85/1.8S to compare it with directly, it seems to render virtually identically to my 50/1.8S, but perhaps with even a bit nicer bokeh - though I suspect that's probably due mostly to the added focal length. If you want to save some reading time and skip down to the images, the simple bottom line is I like this lens A LOT! If you want a few more details, I've included another paragraph with some initial observations.įirst, this lens is sharp and surprisingly so. That's the main reason I chose this cheaper option over the native Z lens, but am quickly finding this lens is so enjoyable to use it may change that history. I don't know exactly why, I do like the way they render, but always seemed to grab my 105 instead. Note that historically I've not spent a lot of time with the 85 focal. ![]() Weight (excluding caps and hoods): Approx.So I pulled the trigger on a Viltrox 85 in Z mount based on the mostly positive initial reviews.Number of blades: 9(rounded diaphragm opening).Lens construction: 10elements in 7groups.The lens measures in at 92mm (3.62″) long, 80mm (3.15″) in diameter and weighs 540g (1.2lbs).Īdditional information on the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 Z full-frame autofocus mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount: Other features include an aperture range of f/1.8–16, a nine-blade aperture diaphragm, an 80cm minimum focusing distance, and a 72mm front-filter thread. Viltrox has also included an onboard micro USB port for updating the lens’ firmware. The lens will work on all Nikon Z full-frame cameras, including the new Z6 II and Z7 II. Viltrox lenses are sold also at Adorama, B&H, ![]() Viltrox claims the lens, which uses a stepping motor (STM) to drive the autofocus elements, features full autofocus support, including compatibility with Nikon’s Eye-AF technology. This autofocus lens is constructed of 10 elements in 7 groups, including five short wavelength and high transparency elements and one low-dispersion element. That’s $300 less than the MSRP of Nikon’s own Nikkor Z 85mm F1.8 S lens. The lens is currently available to purchase on Amazon for $399. Viltrox has released its new 85mm F1.8 STM autofocus prime lens for Nikon Z-mount mirrorless cameras. ![]()
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