The Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 LAB FE offers a high-quality portrait option for Sony E-mount cameras without the steep price tag of competitors. Here's a look at what you can expect.
Coming to you from Eli Infante, this helpful video highlights why the Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 is an excellent choice for portrait work. Infante demonstrates how the lens excels in creating a 3D “pop” effect that pulls subjects away from their backgrounds. With its f/1.8 aperture and 11-blade diaphragm, the lens creates buttery-smooth background blur, perfect for isolating subjects even in distracting environments. The natural compression of the 135mm focal length also minimizes facial distortion, making for more flattering portraits.
The lens is packed with features that make it versatile and user-friendly. A standout is the customizable multifunction ring, which toggles seamlessly between manual and camera-controlled aperture adjustments. The lens also includes an LCD screen for real-time feedback on settings like depth of field and focus distance. These features make it easy to adjust on the fly, whether you’re shooting in manual or autofocus modes. Infante also emphasizes the sharpness of the lens, noting how it competes with pricier options while delivering crisp, detailed shots every time.
Key Specs
- Focal Length: 135mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.8
- Format Coverage: Full-frame
- Minimum Focus Distance: 2.36 ft (0.72 m)
- Maximum Magnification: 0.25x
- Optical Design: 9 elements in 14 groups
- Diaphragm Blades: 11
- Filter Size: 82 mm
- Dimensions: 3.7 x 5.7 inches (93 x 145.7 mm)
- Weight: 2.7 lbs (1235 g)
The autofocus performance is another highlight of the lens. With a hyper VCM motor, it provides fast and accurate focusing that’s smooth and reliable. Infante puts this to the test in different scenarios, from capturing moving subjects to shooting in low-light conditions. Check out the video above for the full rundown from Infante.
