Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB Full-Frame Lens for Sony E

The Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB is a flagship standard-wide prime created for demanding Sony full-frame photographers and filmmakers. Its exceptionally bright f/1.2 aperture combines with high-resolution optics, sophisticated autofocus, and professional controls to deliver outstanding performance for portraits, weddings, documentary work, street photography, and low-light assignments.

The natural 35mm perspective captures subjects within their surroundings while providing remarkable background separation and creative depth of field.

⚡ Key Benefits

• Flagship Viltrox LAB-series construction

• Ultra-fast f/1.2 maximum aperture

• Full-frame Sony E-mount coverage

• Quad HyperVCM autofocus system

• Dual floating internal focusing

• Advanced 15-element, 10-group optics

• Five ED, three HR, and two UA elements

• 11-blade rounded diaphragm

• Minimum focusing distance of 0.34m

• Integrated lens information display

• Clickable or de-clicked aperture control

• Two customizable function buttons

• Weather-sealed all-metal body

• 77mm filter thread

Exceptional f/1.2 Aperture

The ultra-fast f/1.2 aperture provides excellent low-light performance and extremely shallow depth of field. Photographers can isolate subjects against smooth backgrounds while maintaining a wider environmental perspective than a traditional portrait lens.

This makes the lens especially effective for weddings, nighttime street photography, indoor events, environmental portraits, and cinematic video.

Flagship LAB-Series Optics

The sophisticated 15-element, 10-group construction incorporates:

• Five extra-low-dispersion elements

• Three high-refractive-index elements

• Two ultra-precision aspherical elements

• Advanced multilayer Nano coatings

This design delivers strong center-to-edge resolution, controlled chromatic aberration, excellent contrast, and refined bokeh—even when working at f/1.2.

Quad HyperVCM Autofocus

Four Viltrox HyperVCM motors provide fast, precise, and quiet autofocus for still photography and video. Support for compatible Sony face- and eye-detection modes helps maintain reliable focus on people and moving subjects.

A dual floating focusing system maintains image quality throughout the focusing range, including at close distances.

Beautiful Background Rendering

An 11-blade diaphragm and fast maximum aperture create smooth, rounded highlights and gradual transitions between sharp and defocused areas.

The 35mm perspective preserves environmental context while still providing dramatic subject separation—ideal for storytelling portraits and documentary photography.

Professional Controls and Display

The integrated display can show aperture, focusing distance, firmware information, and customized animations. A multifunction control ring provides convenient aperture or focusing adjustments.

Additional controls include:

• Two customizable function buttons

• Dedicated AF/MF switch

• Click/de-click aperture switch

• Customizable settings through the Viltrox Lens app

Built for Professional Use

The all-metal body incorporates high-grade sealing for resistance to dust and splashes. A water- and stain-resistant front coating makes the lens easier to maintain during demanding assignments.

At approximately 920g, it has the substantial construction expected from a large-aperture flagship prime.

Video Performance

Quiet autofocus, controlled focus breathing, a stepless aperture option, and programmable controls make the lens well suited to professional filmmaking and hybrid production.

The f/1.2 aperture also provides cinematic subject isolation and allows shooting in extremely low available light.

Ideal For

• Wedding and event photographers

• Environmental portraiture

• Documentary and editorial work

• Street and nighttime photography

• Low-light assignments

• Lifestyle and fashion photography

• Professional hybrid creators

• Cinematic video production

• High-resolution Sony cameras

How It Compares

Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB vs. 35mm f/1.4 Lenses

The Viltrox gathers approximately one-third stop more light and can produce shallower depth of field. It is generally larger and heavier, but offers flagship optical construction and extensive physical controls.

Viltrox 35mm f/1.2 LAB vs. Compact 35mm Primes

Compact lenses prioritize portability and everyday convenience. The LAB lens prioritizes maximum image quality, low-light performance, autofocus power, and professional handling.

35mm vs. 50mm

A 35mm lens includes more of the environment and is often preferred for documentary work, events, and storytelling portraits. A 50mm provides a tighter, more traditional perspective with less background included.

In the Box

• Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB Lens

• Lens hood

• Front lens cap

• Rear lens cap

• Storage bag

• User manual

• Warranty card

Recommended Kit Additions

• 77mm UV or protective filter

• 77mm circular polarizing filter

• High-quality variable ND filter for video

• Sony full-frame mirrorless camera

• Professional camera strap

• Sturdy camera bag

• Extra camera batteries

• Lens-cleaning kit

Why Buy from Cameragraphics?

Cameragraphics specializes in current mirrorless cameras, lenses, and professional accessories. Our professional photographers can help you select the right Sony equipment for portraits, weddings, events, documentary work, and video production.

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