Viltrox announced the launch of its AF 26mm F2.8 EVO, a compact full-frame autofocus pancake lens, ideal for anything from street photography to architecture. 

The new is AF 26mm F2.8 EVO from Viltrox is a durable, full-frame E/Z Mount lens with dual control rings designed for the portability needs of everyday photography. 

Designed for everyday carry and photography, the ultra-compact AF 26mm F2.8 EVO pancake lens is an ideal companion for creators who value great portability, dependable image quality, and intuitive handling in a lightweight full-frame system. 

Well suited to street photography, architecture, environmental portraits, travel, and visual storytelling, the AF 26mm F2.8 EVO is an ultra-compact lens that pairs naturally with today’s lightweight full-frame mirrorless cameras. Available for Sony E and Nikon Z mounts, this pancake lens features both a dedicated aperture ring and a separate focus ring, providing tactile manual control that is rarely found in this category.

Viltrox claims that “its precision-machined metal construction provides durability and a premium feel, while dust and splash resistance around the lens mount enhances reliability during everyday use, matching its portability to make it an ideal companion for travel and spontaneous photography.” 

A gear-type STM autofocus motor delivers, Viltrox says, “precise and reliable autofocus performance. With a minimum focusing distance of just 0.2m, the AF 26mm F2.8 EVO allows photographers to transition seamlessly from expansive landscapes to expressive close-up compositions. With an 81.2° angle of view, the 26mm focal length sits naturally between traditional wide-angle perspectives, delivering an immersive yet natural field of view that adapts effortlessly to a broad range of subjects and shooting scenarios.”

The AF 26mm F2.8 EVO features an optical design of 8 elements in 6 groups, including 2 aspherical elements and 1 high-refractive (HR) element. The lens delivers, Viltrox adds, “excellent sharpness even at its maximum aperture of F2.8, allowing confident wide-open shooting. In-camera correction further helps produce natural rendering with minimal visible distortion for balanced, high-quality results.” 

A magnetic front lens cap enables conveniently quick attachment and removal. A standard 43mm filter thread, a built-in USB-C port for firmware updates, and compatibility with the Viltrox Lens App further enhance the user experience, combining everyday convenience with long-term usability. 

The Viltrox AF 26mm F2.8 EVO is available for 299USD / 319EUR / 279GBP from Amazon and Viltrox official store.