Viltrox has continued to gain a reputation as a manufacturer of lenses with performance and image quality of levels far above what their affordable prices imply. The AF 28mm f/1.8 looks to continue that tradition by offering a versatile focal length in tandem with a wide maximum aperture at a price less than half that of many first-party options, and this great video review takes a look at if it can live up to that promise.
Coming to you from Milky Way Mike, this quick video review takes a look at the Viltrox AF 28mm f/1.8 for Nikon Z and Sony E full frame mirrorless cameras. At just $379, this lens sits far below many comparable options and offers a popular alternative focal length to 24mm and 35mm. And despite that budget price, it seems like it mostly delivers at a comparable level, providing good sharpness and deep contrast, a durable metal construction, a nine-blade aperture for smooth bokeh, low levels of distortion, and quiet autofocus. Even if it is not the lens for you, it is great to see third-party manufacturers continuing to put competitive pressure on other companies, and Viltrox is one of the companies leading that charge. Check out the video above for the full rundown.
