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Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5
3 stories tracked since 20 Apr 2026 — latest 17 June 2026. This page updates itself as new coverage lands.
20 Apr 2026 · Lens News
Viltrox's NAB 2026 Lineup: Five Lenses and a Cine Adapter
Two compact full-frame pancakes for L-mount and a PL cine autofocus adapter are the real story here — Viltrox is quietly becoming the most interesting third-party option for Lumix and Leica SL shooters who want small, affordable glass without giving up autofocus.
19 May 2026 · Lens News
Viltrox Drops Nine Lenses at China P&E Including 35mm F/1.4 Pro
Nine lenses in one announcement is a lot of noise, but the signal here is real. Viltrox is systematically dismantling the price justification for first-party glass across Sony E, Nikon Z, and now L-mount. The 35mm F/1.4 Pro with an aperture ring and cinema-friendly controls is the one to watch — that's a lens aimed squarely at hybrid shooters who want tactile control without paying Sigma Art money. The APS-C additions at F/1.2 are genuinely fast for the format, useful for event and documentary work where you're not swapping to full-frame. The L-mount expansion is the quieter story but arguably the smarter play — Panasonic S and Leica SL shooters have had thin third-party options for years. Nothing ships until it ships, but the 35mm Pro is reportedly landing next week, so this isn't vaporware.
17 June 2026 · Lens News
Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 $99 Pancake Lens Coming to L-Mount
Viltrox's AF 28mm f/4.5 pancake-style lens is coming to L-Mount, priced at $99 USD. It's a full-frame autofocus lens in an unusually slim profile, already available in other mounts.