The previously rumored Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 Z full-frame autofocus mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount will be officially announced tomorrow (December 10th) but the lens is already in stock at Amazon US:
- Amazon US: get 10% off with code 10JOXMXV
- Amazon UK
- Amazon Canada
The US price is $399 – compare to $696 for the Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.8 S lens (after a $100 rebate). Viltrox lenses are sold also at Adorama, B&H, and Pergear but the new lens is not listed yet. You can also use coupon code NIKONRUMORS for 10% off at the official Viltrox online store.
Update #1 – I confirmed that the 10JOXMXV coupon code works on Amazon US (cannot test it on Amazon UK and Amazon Canada):
Update #2 – here are the first sample photos taken with the new Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 Z lens:
Additional information on the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 Z full-frame autofocus mirrorless lens for Nikon Z-mount:
- Type:85mm F1.8
- Lens construction: 10elements in 7groups
- Focal length: f=85mm
- Max. aperture: F1.8
- Min. aperture: F16
- Number of blades: 9(rounded diaphragm opening)
- Focus range: Approx. 80cm-∞
- External dimensions: ø.80mmx92mm
- Weight (excluding caps and hoods): Approx.540 g
- Filter size: ø72mm
