Quick Summary
The VILTROX AF 25mm F1.7 Air E Lens is an APS-C prime lens for Sony E-mount cameras. It is an autofocus lens with a 25 mm focal length, an f/1.7 aperture and a 0.3 m to infinity focus distance.
It is also described with 12 elements in 10 groups, a noiseless STM focus motor and 9 aperture blades. The lens is presented as a lightweight, compact option for stills and video use with Sony E-mount bodies.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Brand | VILTROX, useful for confirming the exact product range. |
| Product type | AF 25mm F1.7 Air E Lens, an APS-C prime lens for Sony E-mount cameras. |
| Mount | Sony E-mount, so compatibility depends on the camera body’s mount and format. |
| Aperture | f/1.7, which is the stated aperture on this lens. |
| Focal length | 25 mm, giving the lens its stated wide-angle prime format. |
| Focus range | 0.3 m to infinity, useful for checking how closely the lens is intended to focus. |
| Optical construction | 12 elements in 10 groups, with 1 ED lens, 2 aspherical lenses and 2 high refractive index lenses. |
| Aperture blades | 9 blades, which is part of the lens design. |
| Focus motor | Noiseless STM focus motor, relevant for autofocus use in stills and video. |
| Weight | 170 g, useful when comparing size and carrying weight. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Mount compatibility: This lens is for Sony E-mount cameras, so check that your body uses the same mount.
- Sensor format: It is an APS-C lens, so compare that format with your camera and intended setup.
- Focal length: The 25 mm focal length gives a particular field of view, so compare it with the framing you want.
- Aperture: The stated f/1.7 aperture is a key buying point for this lens.
- Size and weight: At 170 g, it is worth checking whether that suits your kit and carrying preferences.
Compatibility, Size and Fit
The lens is stated for Sony E-mount cameras, including a7IV, a7CII, a7RV, a7S III, ZV-E10 II, ZV-E10, a6700, a6400, a7iii and a9. Check the exact camera mount and format before choosing an offer, especially if you want an APS-C lens for a specific body.
Before You Decide
Confirm that your camera uses Sony E-mount, and check whether you want an APS-C 25 mm prime rather than a different focal length or format. The 0.3 m minimum focus distance, 170 g weight and f/1.7 aperture are the other details most likely to matter before buying.
