Viltrox Launches Ultra-Compact AF 26mm F2.8 EVO Pancake Lens

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Viltrox AF 26mm F2.8 EVO

Viltrox launched its AF 26mm F2.8 EVO, a compact full-frame autofocus pancake lens designed for everyday carry and photography/ 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. The Viltrox AF 26mm F2.8 EVO is available for 299USD / 319EUR / 279GBP

A gear-type STM autofocus motor delivers 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 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 convenient and 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.

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Gary Pageau is principal of InfoCircle LLC, continuing his marketing communications career. InfoCircle LLC is a marketing and communications consulting firm, specializing in business-to-business markets. For nearly 25 years, he was with PMA International, serving most recently as Publisher, Content Development and Strategic Initiatives. His primary responsibilities included overseeing the Association’s editorial department, marketing research unit, education and corporate relations department.