Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z STM Lens for Nikon Z

SKU: VTR8518Z MFR: AF 85/1.8 Z
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning portraits with the Viltrox 85mm lens, designed for Nikon Z mirrorless cameras.
  • Experience exceptional image quality with this prime lens, perfect for full-frame Nikon Z series.
  • Achieve beautiful bokeh with the wide f/1.8 aperture, ideal for isolating subjects in your shots.
  • Enjoy fast, quiet autofocus thanks to the STM motor, ensuring sharp, clear images every time.
  • The robust build quality ensures durability, making this Viltrox lens a reliable choice for any shoot.
  • Create professional-looking photos with enhanced image stabilization for steady, blur-free results.
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Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?Maurice L : Great review by Chris FrostRAYUDU M : Read a lot of good reviews about this product, lot cheaper and does the same job as Nikon Z lensMARK O : Better than the Nikon version and half the priceADAM M : I chose this because it had great reviews from many photographers on YouTube.GEORGE Q : Recommendations from a friend that bought one for his Nikon and liked it so much he also bought one for his Canon.ALLEN M : ResearchBARBARA P : I have the viltrox 35 mm lens and it take great photos. Therefore, i decide to purchase the 85 mm lens from viltrox.GABRIELA V : Christmas presentkwesi h : Looking to get more into portrait photography and heard nothing but good things about this lens at half the cost of the Z lensDYLAN S : Using for portraitsRICHARD F : I intend it for occasional street and landscape photos. The reviews are very good and the price is too.FARRELL B : Several YouTube reviewers gave this a great performance for photography mounted on Z5 and Z6 bodies.

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2022-02-24T07:15:23

Rated 5 out of 5

Good enough, but not as good as my nikon.

Great little lens, with really solid build quality. Returned it only because it didn't match the quality of my 85mm 1.4G which was expected, but in the end not worth switching just for the Z mount.

Martin P.

2021-12-26T08:52:30

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing

Love this lens. For the money it?s a fantastic beginner lens!

Klara B.

2021-11-04T09:57:31

Rated 1 out of 5

I can't trust products from a company that is so inept with a piece of plastic.

The lens came with the hood frozen in the inverse position making the lens totally unusable. After a little research I learned Viltrox has a history of problems with lens hoods. This is a design issue and a gross lack of attention to fundamental detail.

RICHARD F.

2021-11-02T09:14:40

Rated 5 out of 5

Great third party 85mm

This lens on my Z6 is super sharp. Autofocus is fast and quick to find the face and eye(s). Love the colors in the raw file; warm, similar to Nikon. Definitely a good option for an inexpensive Z mount.

Farrell B.

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Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z Specifications

  • Lens Type

    Prime Lens

  • Focus Mode

    AF

  • Image Stabilization

    No

  • Focal Length

    85mm

  • Aperture

    F1.8-F16

  • Mount Type

    Nikon Z

  • Format Compatibility

    Full Frame

  • Angle Of View

    28 Degree 46'

  • Minimum Focus Distance

    2.62' (80cm)

  • Maximum Magnification

    0.13x

  • Lens Elements

    10 Elements in 7 Groups

  • Aperture Blades

    9

  • Lens Body Color

    Black

  • Filter Size

    72mm

  • Dimensions

    3.15 x 3.62" (80 x 92mm)

  • Weight

    1.06 lb (484g)

  • UPC Code

    6953400301847

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  • Rain Covers (1)

Designed For Use With:

  • Nikon Z 9
  • Nikon Z5
  • Nikon Z6
  • Nikon Z6 II
  • Nikon Z6III
  • Nikon Z7
  • Nikon Z7 II
  • Nikon Z f
  • Nikon Z8

Compatible With Restrictions:*

* If using a APS-C Lens on a Full Frame Camera OR Full-Frame Lens on a APS-C Camera then Image sensor will be narrowed down to APS-C size.

  • Nikon Z fc
  • Nikon Z30
  • Nikon Z50

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About Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z

FEATURED REVIEWS

Good enough, but not as good as my nikon.

By Martin P.

Great little lens, with really solid build quality. Returned it only because it didn't match the quality of my 85mm 1.4G which was expected, but in the end not worth switching just for the Z mount.

Amazing

By Klara B.

Love this lens. For the money it?s a fantastic beginner lens!

Make your photography stand out with the Viltrox 85mm F1.8 Z-mount Lens, a high-quality, full-frame autofocus lens specifically designed for Nikon Z-mount Mirrorless cameras. This lens is compatible with a range of Nikon models, including the Nikon Z5, Z50, Z6, Z6II, Z7, and Z7II. Its lightweight design, fast speed, and wide aperture make it an ideal choice for event photography, capturing stunning portraits, intricate close-ups, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant street photography.

The lens boasts a bright f/1.8 maximum aperture, perfect for working in low-light conditions and providing greater control over depth of field. The innovative STM stepping motor ensures quick, quiet, and precise autofocus performance, along with full-time manual focus override for maximum control. The internal focusing design maintains the overall lens length during use, resulting in improved handling and quicker response.

The Viltrox 85mm F1.8 Z-mount Lens features an HD Nano multi-layer coating applied to individual elements, effectively suppressing flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color fidelity, even in strong lighting conditions. The nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality, enhancing the aesthetic quality of the out-of-focus areas of your images.

The lens's refined optical design includes 10 elements in 7 groups, including 1 ED lens and 4 short wavelength and high transparency lenses. This design dramatically reduces chromatic aberration and provides superior contrast across the entire image, even at large aperture settings, resulting in corner-to-corner sharpness.

The lens supports Auto Focus & Eye Focus, ensuring steady, quick, and smooth autofocus, ideal for capturing high-speed moving objects. The 85mm focal length can be easily switched between a half-length portrait and a full-length portrait, making it a versatile choice for both full-frame bodies or APS-C cameras.

The lens is equipped with precise metal electronic contacts, supporting EXIF information transmission and electronic automatic iris adjustment. The lens bottom features a micro USB upgraded port, allowing you to download the newest firmware from the VILTROX website to enhance lens performance.

Constructed with a durable, all-metal body, the Viltrox 85mm F1.8 Z-mount Lens ensures lens assembly accuracy and longevity. Weighing only 540g, it's lighter than the original version and comes with a Lotus Lens Hood designed to reduce flare or scattering light of ghosts and protect the lens from rain, snow, or debris sticking to the front of the lens. This lens is a reliable, professional, and innovative addition to your Nikon Z series camera.

Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z Features

  • Support Auto Focus & Eye Focus
  • 85mm F1.8 STM AF Lens
  • 10 Elements In 7 Groups
  • Precise Metal Electronic Contact
  • Durable & Lightweight Structure With Lotus Hood Protection

Key Features

  • Capture stunning portraits with the Viltrox 85mm lens, designed for Nikon Z mirrorless cameras.
  • Experience exceptional image quality with this prime lens, perfect for full-frame Nikon Z series.
  • Achieve beautiful bokeh with the wide f/1.8 aperture, ideal for isolating subjects in your shots.
  • Enjoy fast, quiet autofocus thanks to the STM motor, ensuring sharp, clear images every time.
  • The robust build quality ensures durability, making this Viltrox lens a reliable choice for any shoot.
  • Create professional-looking photos with enhanced image stabilization for steady, blur-free results.

What's in the box:

  • Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z STM Lens
  • Front and Rear Lens Caps
  • Lens Hood
  • Viltrox 1 Year Limited Warranty