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Shenzhen Jueying Technology has officially introduced the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 lens for Nikon Z and Fujifilm X APS-C cameras, and a version for Sony E should appear later.
The Viltrox 56mm F1.7 lens has a minimalist design, it remains lightweight and compact, offering effortless portability. Notably, beneath its streamlined exterior is a complex optical structure of 11 elements, with 7 serving specialized functions. The manufacturer promises fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus operation equipped with an STM drive.
The minimum focusing distance of 0.55 m is quite flexible, accommodating a range of compositions from headshots to full-body portraits. With a maximum magnification of 0.11x, while not macro territory, it allows for decent close-up details.
When it comes to portability, both versions of the lens maintain a compact and lightweight design — 171 g for the Fuji X and slightly heavier at 187 g for the Nikon Z. Despite the minimal weight difference, both models maintain a robust build quality, ensuring they can withstand the rigors of daily use.
Price and release date
Prices for the Viltrox AF 56mm F1.7 are $139. The lens is already available for order on the Bhphotovideo.com website. In addition to X and Z mounts, this lens should also be available for the Sony E mount.
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.7 specifications
- Mount: Fujifilm X / Nikon Z
- Focal length: 56mm (approx. 85mm full frame equivalent)
- Optical design: 11 elements in 9 groups
- Special elements: 3 high refractive index, 4 ED
- Aperture range: F1.7–F16
- Aperture: 9-blade
- Viewing Angle: 29.8°
- Minimum focusing distance: 0.55 m
- Focus: Autofocus
- Autofocus drive: STM
- Maximum magnification: 0.11x
- Filter thread diameter: 52mm
- Size: Ø65 x 54.7 mm (Fuji X), Ø68 x 55.9 mm (Nikon Z)
- Weight: 171 g (Fuji X), 187 g (Nikon Z)
AstrHori recently introduced the 25mm F2.8 Macro 2.0-5.0X full-frame lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, and L-mount cameras. It is specifically designed for macro photography, with a magnification range of 2:1–5:1. It excels at capturing both larger images and close-up details.
The lens is priced at $249 on Amazon.com and £239 on Amazon.co.uk.
