Quick answer
The Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z is a short telephoto prime lens covering 85mm at f/85.0 for the Nikon Z mount. Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
About this lens
The Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z is a fast short-telephoto prime lens covering 85mm at f/1.8 for Nikon Z mount cameras. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.
Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z specifications
What can you shoot with the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z?
At 85mm this is a short telephoto prime, which typically suits:
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
- Isolating subjects from the background
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 85mm | 23.9° | 28.6° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 128mm | 16.1° | 19.3° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z use?
It uses the Nikon Z mount, so it fits Nikon Z cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z?
It is a fixed 85mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/85.0. That makes it a short telephoto lens.
Is the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 85mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/85.0.
What is the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 128mm on full frame, with a 16.1° horizontal and 19.3° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Viltrox AF 85mm f/1.8 Z fit?
Any Nikon Z-mount camera, including Nikon Z f, Nikon Z fc, Nikon Z30, Nikon Z5, and Nikon Z50 II and 9 more.
Alternatives for Nikon Z from other brands
All Nikon Z lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
