Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
p.6 #1Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Wezre wrote:
Yes, looks like I was adding that as an edit to my post when you posted. Still no official announcement but the lens is now available for preorder at B&H: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1929272-REG/viltrox_af_85_1_4_z_viltrox_af_85mm_f_1_4.html
I've been told that the first batch of lenses is expected to arrive at B&H on 11/26 or possibly earlier. Note that the 85 1.4 Pro is available for 5% off from the Viltrox website (they also offer free shipping): https://viltrox.com/products/af-85mm-f1-4-z
pemanja93 wrote
Viltrox says on their instagram that it will be announced tomorrow.I've been told that the first batch of lenses is expected to arrive at B&H on 11/26 or possibly earlier. Note that the 85 1.4 Pro is available for 5% off from the Viltrox website (they also offer free shipping): https://viltrox.com/products/af-85mm-f1-4-z
Nov 19, 2025 at 01:48 PM
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p.6 #2Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Wezre wrote:
Yes, looks like I was adding that as an edit to my post when you posted. Still no official announcement but the lens is now available for preorder at B&H: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1929272-REG/viltrox_af_85_1_4_z_viltrox_af_85mm_f_1_4.htmlI've been told that the first batch of lenses is expected to arrive at B&H on 11/26 or possibly earlier. Note that the 85 1.4 Pro is available for 5% off from the Viltrox website (they also offer free shipping): https://viltrox.com/products/af-85mm-f1-4-z
There have been a number of painful stories about customer service when ordering direct from Viltrox, might not be worth the 5% discount if you want an easy path to return.
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pemanja93 wrote
Viltrox says on their instagram that it will be announced tomorrow.There have been a number of painful stories about customer service when ordering direct from Viltrox, might not be worth the 5% discount if you want an easy path to return.
Nov 19, 2025 at 01:58 PM
p.6 #3Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
RoamingScott wrote:
Yes, looks like I was adding that as an edit to my post when you posted. Still no official announcement but the lens is now available for preorder at B&H: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1929272-REG/viltrox_af_85_1_4_z_viltrox_af_85mm_f_1_4.htmlI've been told that the first batch of lenses is expected to arrive at B&H on 11/26 or possibly earlier. Note that the 85 1.4 Pro is available for 5% off from the Viltrox website (they also offer free shipping): https://viltrox.com/products/af-85mm-f1-4-zThere have been a number of painful stories about customer service when ordering direct from Viltrox, might not be worth the 5% discount if you want an easy path to return.
Price matching from B&H (or your preferred store) is a wonderful thing
Wezre wrote
Wezre wrote
pemanja93 wrote
Viltrox says on their instagram that it will be announced tomorrow.Price matching from B&H (or your preferred store) is a wonderful thing
Nov 19, 2025 at 02:28 PM
p.6 #4Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Up to 20% off Viltrox lenses for Black Friday.
Nov 20, 2025 at 04:33 AM
p.6 #5Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Yes, B&H has the 85 f2 EVO for $220
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1924792-REG/viltrox_af_85_2_0_fe_af_85mm_f_2_0_evo.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1924792-REG/viltrox_af_85_2_0_fe_af_85mm_f_2_0_evo.html
Nov 20, 2025 at 04:57 AM
p.6 #6Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Even 10% off the 85/1.4 Pro. I took advantage of the sale to get the 14/4 Air.
Nov 20, 2025 at 06:09 AM
p.6 #7Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Jman13 wrote:
Even 10% off the 85/1.4 Pro. I took advantage of the sale to get the 14/4 Air.
I'm seeing 5% off the Z-mount 85 f/1.4 Pro and 20% off the E-mount version. Their dedicated Black Friday Sale page also indicates that the 85 f/2 EVO wasn't included in the 20% off sale, but the price shows up as being discounted.
Even 10% off the 85/1.4 Pro. I took advantage of the sale to get the 14/4 Air.
I'm seeing 5% off the Z-mount 85 f/1.4 Pro and 20% off the E-mount version. Their dedicated Black Friday Sale page also indicates that the 85 f/2 EVO wasn't included in the 20% off sale, but the price shows up as being discounted.
Nov 20, 2025 at 08:30 AM
p.6 #8Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Yeah whoops. Saw discount and didn’t bother to do the math. Pretty bad since I’m an engineer.
Nov 20, 2025 at 09:04 AM
p.6 #9Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Jman13 wrote:
Yeah whoops. Saw discount and didn’t bother to do the math. Pretty bad since I’m an engineer.
Precisely the reason why I checked the math - engineer here
Yeah whoops. Saw discount and didn’t bother to do the math. Pretty bad since I’m an engineer.
Precisely the reason why I checked the math - engineer here
Nov 20, 2025 at 09:33 AM
p.6 #10Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Figures the 85/2 EVO would go on sale the day after it arrives... Bought direct from viltrox so dunno If they would price adjust.
Nov 20, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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p.6 #11Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
It sucks a bit that Sony E-mount is offered at 20% off while like the 85 PRO in Z-mount only gets 5% off.
If the 85 PRO was offered at a 20% discount I would overlook the heavy weight, but for now, it is a pass.
If the 85 PRO was offered at a 20% discount I would overlook the heavy weight, but for now, it is a pass.
Nov 20, 2025 at 01:14 PM
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p.6 #12Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
patotts wrote:
It sucks a bit that Sony E-mount is offered at 20% off while like the 85 PRO in Z-mount only gets 5% off.
If the 85 PRO was offered at a 20% discount I would overlook the heavy weight, but for now, it is a pass.
I mean, being cheaper doesn't make the lens any lighter
It sucks a bit that Sony E-mount is offered at 20% off while like the 85 PRO in Z-mount only gets 5% off.
If the 85 PRO was offered at a 20% discount I would overlook the heavy weight, but for now, it is a pass.
I mean, being cheaper doesn't make the lens any lighter
Nov 20, 2025 at 01:15 PM
p.6 #13Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Viltrox indicated in a Reddit comment from their official U.S. account that the 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens will be released for Z-mount next month.
https://www.reddit.com/r/VILTROX_GLOBAL/s/uwbU4b9iDI
https://www.reddit.com/r/VILTROX_GLOBAL/s/uwbU4b9iDI
Nov 21, 2025 at 05:15 AM
p.6 #14Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Wezre wrote:
Viltrox indicated in a Reddit comment from their official U.S. account that the 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens will be released for Z-mount next month.
https://www.reddit.com/r/VILTROX_GLOBAL/s/uwbU4b9iDI
Guess the 50mm f1.4 will also be released soon, then. Maybe January..
And early next year we should be seeing the 35mm f1.4 PRO as well (for Sony first). I wonder how heavy that one will be in the end. The PRO lenses are all quite heavy so far, but there should be some weight savings vs the LAB. My guess is around 700g (vs 950g for the LAB).
Viltrox indicated in a Reddit comment from their official U.S. account that the 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens will be released for Z-mount next month.
https://www.reddit.com/r/VILTROX_GLOBAL/s/uwbU4b9iDI
Guess the 50mm f1.4 will also be released soon, then. Maybe January..
And early next year we should be seeing the 35mm f1.4 PRO as well (for Sony first). I wonder how heavy that one will be in the end. The PRO lenses are all quite heavy so far, but there should be some weight savings vs the LAB. My guess is around 700g (vs 950g for the LAB).
Nov 21, 2025 at 05:34 AM
p.6 #15Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
While I plan to stick with my Nikon lenses, it is nice to see this line coming to the Z mount. The Pro/Lab series will be lower cost options compared to the S line, while the EVO line seems to fill in a gap in the Z mount with something similar to the Sigma Contemporary I series, which will be great for the Zf.
Nov 21, 2025 at 07:57 AM
p.6 #16Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
I got my Viltrox 85 2.0 EVO from Rollei in Germany for 239 Euros incl. VAT with 20% off a few days ago.
By far the best Viltrox I had so far. Comparable to the 50 1.8s Nikon. About the same size too.
Top sharpness and clarity even wide open. Its very flare resistant on my Z7, even when shooting direct into the sun. Great lens for hikes. Love the clicked aperture ring.
Hope they will bring a 35 2.0 EVO or 28 2.0 EVO at the same high quality level.
Let me add
They also do have the new Viltrox 85mm F1.4 Pro FX for Nikon Z in stock for 669 Euros. Quite likely minus their advertised minus 20% off for Viltrox lenses.
Edited on Nov 22, 2025 at 11:35 PM · View previous versions
By far the best Viltrox I had so far. Comparable to the 50 1.8s Nikon. About the same size too.
Top sharpness and clarity even wide open. Its very flare resistant on my Z7, even when shooting direct into the sun. Great lens for hikes. Love the clicked aperture ring.
Hope they will bring a 35 2.0 EVO or 28 2.0 EVO at the same high quality level.
Let me add
They also do have the new Viltrox 85mm F1.4 Pro FX for Nikon Z in stock for 669 Euros. Quite likely minus their advertised minus 20% off for Viltrox lenses.
Edited on Nov 22, 2025 at 11:35 PM · View previous versions
Nov 21, 2025 at 08:09 AM
p.6 #17Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
It's about time. Though I need to know how it really compares to the 35 1.2S. I know about people complaining about CA, I care more about rendering and AF.
Wezre wrote:
Viltrox indicated in a Reddit comment from their official U.S. account that the 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens will be released for Z-mount next month.
https://www.reddit.com/r/VILTROX_GLOBAL/s/uwbU4b9iDI
Wezre wrote:
Viltrox indicated in a Reddit comment from their official U.S. account that the 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens will be released for Z-mount next month.
https://www.reddit.com/r/VILTROX_GLOBAL/s/uwbU4b9iDI
Nov 21, 2025 at 12:50 PM
p.6 #18Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Nikon has better coatings in terms of color...skin tones with Nikon 35mm is little bit better...i think viltrox will have faster AF.
I think someone adapted 35mm LAB to Z9, I think I saw it on youtube, and Viltrox had little bit yellowish tone compared to Nikon, but other than that, they were comparable.
And for 1/3 of the price, I think Viltrox is the better buy...but we will see when reviews come out.
I think someone adapted 35mm LAB to Z9, I think I saw it on youtube, and Viltrox had little bit yellowish tone compared to Nikon, but other than that, they were comparable.
And for 1/3 of the price, I think Viltrox is the better buy...but we will see when reviews come out.
Nov 22, 2025 at 04:03 AM
p.6 #19Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
Just ordered the EVO. Looking forward to seeing how it balances on the ZF.
Nov 24, 2025 at 09:44 AM
p.6 #20Viltrox 85mm f1.4 PRO and f2.0 EVO
fjablo wrote:
https://www.reddit.com/r/VILTROX_GLOBAL/s/uwbU4b9iDIGuess the 50mm f1.4 will also be released soon, then. Maybe January..
And early next year we should be seeing the 35mm f1.4 PRO as well (for Sony first). I wonder how heavy that one will be in the end. The PRO lenses are all quite heavy so far, but there should be some weight savings vs the LAB. My guess is around 700g (vs 950g for the LAB).
50 1.4 PRO is a disappointing release, only gets sharp in centre around F2.8, super slow Auto Focus compared to Sony GM F1.4 and Sigma F1.4 DG DN, almost double the weight of Nikon S 50mm F1.8 (800g vs 416g). It even weighs 60g more than Sigma 50 F1.2 lens. Sony F1.4 is superb at just 100g more than Nikon S F1.8.
These are Christopher Frost's findings -
Wezre wrote
Viltrox indicated in a Reddit comment from their official U.S. account that the 35mm f/1.2 LAB lens will be released for Z-mount next month.https://www.reddit.com/r/VILTROX_GLOBAL/s/uwbU4b9iDI
And early next year we should be seeing the 35mm f1.4 PRO as well (for Sony first). I wonder how heavy that one will be in the end. The PRO lenses are all quite heavy so far, but there should be some weight savings vs the LAB. My guess is around 700g (vs 950g for the LAB).
50 1.4 PRO is a disappointing release, only gets sharp in centre around F2.8, super slow Auto Focus compared to Sony GM F1.4 and Sigma F1.4 DG DN, almost double the weight of Nikon S 50mm F1.8 (800g vs 416g). It even weighs 60g more than Sigma 50 F1.2 lens. Sony F1.4 is superb at just 100g more than Nikon S F1.8.
These are Christopher Frost's findings -
Nov 24, 2025 at 11:43 AM