Viltrox AF 85mm F/1.4 PRO FE

Specifications01

MountSONY FE

Focal length85mm

Max aperturef/1.4

TypeCinema · Portrait · Telephoto · Prime

Weight800 g

Filter size77 mm

Physical length108.5 mm

Min focus distance0.79 m

Aperture blades11

Optical elements15

Groups11

Lens hoodpetal-shaped (bayonet mount, supplied)

Additional Info02

Category["Sony FE (Full Format)"]

Review AuthorKlaus

Review Rating8

Other FeaturesAperture ring (de-clickable) Fn custom button Firmware updates via USB-C/Bluetooth Dust and moisture-resistant

Review VerdictThe Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.4 PRO FE delivers a very solid performance with a few caveats. It is already sharp at f/1.4 and great at medium aperture settings - this aspect is about as good as with the "big boys". The lens produces a very slight image distortion and noticeable vignetting at large aperture. It is a bit of a pity that Viltrox didn't implement autocorrection for these. Lateral CAs are low, whereas axial CAs can show up at f/1.4 and f/2. The quality of the bokeh is generally good. There is a focus shift when stopping down, but as long as you are using AF (on Sony cameras), you'll be good. The build quality is superb. The metal body feels solid as a rock, and the control rings and button feel reassuringly high quality. The AF is good, although it stays slightly below Sony standards. Overall, a very attractive option that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Viltrox lenses can be purchased via their website (Enter OK85145OFF for a little discount) or the usual suspects such as Amazon or B&H.

Review Criteria{"Build Quality":8.5,"Optical Quality":8,"Price/Performance":9}

Review Published2025-06-16T12:09:28+00:00

Optical Construction15 elements in 11 groups (3x ED, 9x HR, 1x aspherical)

Field Notes02

Viltrox AF 85mm F/1.4 PRO is a Sony FE autofocus 85mm prime lens for portrait and low-light use. It has a bright f/1.4 maximum aperture for shallow depth of field.

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