Viltrox has announced an ultra-compact autofocus pancake lens, the AF 26mm f/2.8 EVO, available in both Sony E and Nikon Z mount versions. Multiple reports describe the lens as exceptionally small, citing a physical depth of about 23.8mm and a weight of around 130g. It is positioned as a feature-rich alternative to larger standard primes while maintaining a bright f/2.8 maximum aperture.
In addition to autofocus, coverage highlights that the lens includes a notable control layout. One report emphasizes that the design fits two control rings onto a lens body that is less than an inch thick, suggesting the compact form factor is used to provide direct user controls without relying on menu-based adjustments. The announcements present the lens as an update to Viltrox’s lineup aimed at compact mirrorless camera setups, combining portability with on-lens controls.
No pricing, release date, or detailed performance results are included in the provided source material, and the reports focus mainly on size, weight, mounts, aperture, and the presence of autofocus and dual control rings.
