Launch Date
Dec. 17,2025

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Launch Day April 16,2025

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Explore Beyond: 
The Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z

Unveiled on December 17, 2025, the AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z is Viltrox’s flagship full-frame prime lens for Nikon Z-mount, engineered to unlock exceptional creative freedom in any lighting condition. From cinematic shallow-depth-of-field storytelling to crisp, high-contrast night scenes, it is built for photographers and filmmakers who demand both expressive rendering and optical precision.
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Viltrox LAB series Nikon Z mount lens

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 • Flagship• Redefined

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Crafted for Clarity, Born to Explore

• Ultra-large F1.2 aperture delivers confident low-light performance and beautifully controlled background separation.

• Classic 35mm field of view strikes a natural balance between environmental context and subject intimacy.

• Dual floating focus groups maintain edge-to-edge sharpness from close-up distances to infinity.

• Viltrox Quad HyperVCM autofocus system — engineered for Nikon Z-mount — offers up to 150% faster response than traditional STM motors, micron-level precision, and approx. 100 ms near-to-far focus travel.

• Aerospace-grade, all-metal construction ensures durability, precision, and long-term reliability.
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Advanced Optical Design

Built on a sophisticated 15-element, 10-group optical design, the AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z integrates 5 ED (extra-low dispersion) elements, 3 high-refractive-index elements, and 2 ultra-large & precision aspherical elements. This advanced formula delivers flagship-level resolution with tightly controlled chromatic aberration and distortion. Even at F1.2, fine textures — from skin detail to fabric structure — are rendered with remarkable clarity, preserving image integrity and offering generous flexibility for post-crop composition.
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Performance in Practice: Precision Without Compromise

Consistent Sharpness Across the Frame

Even at F1.2, the AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z delivers confident center-to-edge sharpness, fully meeting the resolving demands of modern high-resolution Nikon Z sensors. Fine details remain well defined across the frame, with no distracting edge softness in real-world shooting.

A 35mm View That Feels Natural

The 35mm focal length is prized for its storytelling flexibility — wide enough to place subjects within their environment, yet controlled enough for natural-looking portraits. On Nikon Z bodies, this lens preserves straight lines and maintains a balanced perspective, keeping distortion well in check.

Smooth Background Rendering, Clean Highlights

Wide open at F1.2, backgrounds dissolve into a soft, even blur with round, well-controlled highlight shapes. Large, high-precision aspherical elements effectively minimize onion-ring artifacts, resulting in bokeh that stays clean and unobtrusive, even in high-contrast scenes.

Resolution that Holds from Close Focus to Infinity

Dual floating focus groups dynamically correct spherical and field-curvature aberrations throughout the focus range. From close-up subjects to distant scenes, the lens maintains high micro-contrast and texture definition, ensuring consistent image integrity without focus-distance compromise.
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One Lens, Endless Possibilities

Environmental Portraits

The ultra-fast F1.2 aperture allows subjects to stand out naturally within complex environments, creating a strong sense of depth while preserving context and atmosphere.

Street & Documentary

Responsive autofocus paired with a natural 35mm field of view makes it easy to react quickly and capture fleeting moments with confidence and discretion.

Low-Light & Night Scenes

Exceptional light-gathering capability enables shorter exposure times and lower ISO settings, helping retain detail and contrast when shooting after dark.

Close-Range Detail

With a minimum focusing distance of 0.34m and dual floating focus groups, the lens captures fine textures and subtle details with clarity — well suited for close-up compositions, food, or product photography.

Built for Diverse Shooting Styles

From weddings and lifestyle work to landscapes and everyday storytelling, the AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z adapts seamlessly — balancing expressive background separation with reliable, high-resolution performance where it matters most.
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Competitive Comparison: Standing Out in the Crowd

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Weather Sealing

Weight

Lens configuration

Low-Light Performance

Autofocus

Price

Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 

Yes

970g

15/10 (5 ED, 3 HR, 2 UA)

999USD

Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG DN

Yes

1090g

17/12 

1549USD

Nikon Z 35mm F1.2 S

Yes

1060g

17/10

2599USD

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Weather Sealing

Weight

Lens configuration

Low-Light Performance

Autofocus

Price

Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 

Yes

920g

15/10 

999USD

Sigma 35mm F1.2 DG 

Yes

1080g

17/12

1499USD

Sony FE 35 mm F1.4 GM

Yes

524g

14/10

1398USD

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At a substantially lower price point than Nikon’s flagship Z 35mm F1.2 S, the Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z delivers comparable wide-open sharpness while weighing noticeably less. Compared with Sigma’s 35mm F1.2, it offers more consistent edge-to-edge bokeh rendering, native Z-mount autofocus performance, and smoother video-focused operation.

What truly sets it apart is innovation beyond optics: a built-in  lens display, customizable startup animation, and OTA firmware upgrades via app — all integrated into a rugged, weather-sealed metal body.
For creators seeking flagship-level performance without flagship-level pricing, the AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z confidently stands out as a lens that punches well above its class.
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Your Vision, Unbound by Light

The Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Z is more than a fast prime — it’s a new benchmark for what a flagship lens can be. By combining F1.2 low-light power, advanced optical engineering, and a refreshingly accessible price point, it redefines expectations within the Nikon Z ecosystem. Built for creators who value both technical excellence and emotional expression, this lens is designed to inspire confidence, creativity, and exploration — without compromise.
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Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB Full-Frame Lens for Nikon Z-Mount

$999.00
$999.00

Recommended for:

1. For Storytellers & Photojournalists: "Capture the Unseen: F1.2 Clarity in Every Frame".
2. For Portrait Photographers: "Isolate Emotions with F1.2 Dreamscape Bokeh".
3. For Night & Astro Shooters: "Freeze the Stars at F1.2".
4. For Videographers & Filmmakers: "Silence & Speed: HyperVCM for Cinematic Focus". 

5. For Travel & Street Photographers: "Lightweight Power: 35mm F1.2 for Real‑World Storytelling".

 • For Storytellers & Photojournalists: "Capture the Unseen: F1.2 Clarity in Every Frame".
 • For Portrait Photographers: "Isolate Emotions with F1.2 Dreamscape Bokeh".
 • For Night & Astro Shooters: "Freeze the Stars at F1.2".
 • For Videographers & Filmmakers: "Silence & Speed: HyperVCM for Cinematic Focus". 

 • For Travel & Street Photographers: "Lightweight Power: 35 mm F1.2 for Real‑World Storytelling".

Explore beyond limits with the Viltrox LAB series — where innovation meets artistry.

$999.00
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