Overview

The Viltrox AF 28mm F1.8 is a compact, affordable prime for Sony FE and Nikon Z mounts, offering a versatile wide-angle perspective. Optically, it delivers respectable sharpness and true-to-life colors, though wide-open softness is noted and vignetting is high. Build quality is decent with a metal barrel, but the aperture ring is poorly damped and the hood feels cheap. Autofocus is fast and silent. It suits photographers wanting a 28mm f/1.8 option without Sony/Nikon's offerings, especially for street, everyday, or studio use.