Viltrox strips the display from its flagship 35mm prime and adds a stepped aperture ring. Other than that, same optics, cleaner body, same $999 price.
Viltrox has launched the AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N FE for Sony FE mount, a variant of its existing AF 35mm F1.2 LAB that launched at CP+ in 2025. The "N" stands for Non-Display Version, and the new variant swaps the OLED information display for a cleaner body and replaces the multi-function control ring with a traditional stepped aperture ring.
The optical formula, Quad HyperVCM autofocus system, and 910 g (2 lb) weight are unchanged from the original.
It's worth recapping what that is though. The 15-element, 10-group design incorporates 3 HR, 5 ED, and 2 UA elements to control chromatic aberration and maintain edge-to-edge sharpness. The F1.2 aperture is backed by an 11-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh, and a minimum focusing distance of 0.34 m (1.1 ft) is supported by a dual floating focus design for consistent sharpness across the range. The autofocus system includes face and eye detection, operates quietly, and Viltrox claims it provides faster performance than traditional STM designs.
Handling features include a click/de-click aperture ring switchable for photo or video use, an AF/MF toggle, and two customizable function buttons. The lens is dust- and moisture-sealed with a water- and smudge-resistant front coating and a full-metal body with a precision-plated brass mount.
One unknown is the future of the Z-mount version of the lens. This is still display-only, and likely to remain so until the patent dispute between Nikon and Viltrox in China is resolved.
The AF 35mm F1.2 LAB N FE is available now at $999 / €999 / £869, alongside the original display version at the same price.