Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Lens (Sony E)

Overview

The Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 Lens (Sony E) is an ultra-compact full-frame prime lens designed for street photography, travel, everyday shooting, and content creation. Combining a classic 28mm focal length with an incredibly slim pancake-style design, it delivers a wide-angle perspective that is ideal for documenting daily life, urban environments, landscapes, and spontaneous moments. Weighing just 60g, the lens adds virtually no bulk to your camera, making it an excellent choice for photographers seeking a lightweight everyday carry setup.

Despite its minimalist size, the AF 28mm f/4.5 features a 6-element, 6-group optical design that delivers sharp, well-balanced image quality in a highly portable form. Fast autofocus operation allows photographers to react quickly to fleeting moments, while the innovative integrated slide-lever lens cap eliminates the need for a separate cap. A multilayer nano coating and protective waterproof, anti-fouling front coating help maintain image quality and simplify maintenance, making this lens a practical companion for daily shooting adventures.

Core Features

• The 28mm focal length provides a versatile wide-angle perspective suited to street photography, travel, landscapes, and everyday storytelling.
• An ultra-thin pancake design and lightweight 60g construction make the lens exceptionally portable for daily use.
• The optical design incorporates six elements in six groups to balance image quality with an extremely compact form factor.
• Fast autofocus performance helps capture spontaneous moments with minimal delay.
• The integrated slide-lever lens cap design provides convenient protection without requiring a separate lens cap.
• A unique starburst effect creates attractive light rays around bright point light sources when shooting backlit scenes.
• Multilayer nano coatings help reduce flare and ghosting while maintaining image contrast.
• The waterproof and anti-fouling front coating helps resist moisture, fingerprints, and dust during everyday use.

Built for Everyday Carry

Designed to be carried everywhere, the AF 28mm f/4.5 transforms full-frame Sony cameras into compact, lightweight systems that are always ready for spontaneous photography.

Classic Street Photography Perspective

The 28mm focal length has long been a favourite among street photographers thanks to its immersive field of view and ability to capture both subjects and their surroundings within a single frame.

Distinctive Starburst Rendering

Bright light sources are rendered with eye-catching starburst effects, adding extra visual impact to city lights, night photography, and creative compositions.