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Viltrox Brings Its Full-Frame Air Series to L-Mount with Four Compact Prime Lenses Press Release
Media Highlights
- Four new compact prime lenses: 14mm F4.0, 20mm F2.8, 40mm F2.5, and 50mm F2.0
- Ultra-lightweight, highly portable designs
- 14-50mm provides a complete range of scene vs subject options
- Excellent minimum focal distances and maximum magnification for their class
- Sharp, clean images with minimal aberration
- Native L-Mount support with in-camera correction
Viltrox Brings Its Full-Frame Air Series to L-Mount with Four Compact Prime Lenses
Four compact autofocus prime lenses bring the philosophy of “Carry Less, Capture More” to creators.
SHENZHEN, China — September 22, 2026 — Viltrox today announced the full launch of its full-frame Air Series lineup for L-Mount, including four compact autofocus prime lenses – the Viltrox AF 14mm F4.0 Air L, Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 Air L, Viltrox AF 40mm F2.5 Air L, and Viltrox AF 50mm F2.0 Air L – to photographers and creators using L-Mount cameras.
Covering focal lengths from ultra-wide 14mm to standard 50mm, the four lenses offer distinct perspectives for a wide range of creative needs. The 14mm and 20mm provide expansive views for capturing more of the scene, while the 40mm and 50mm deliver more natural, balanced perspectives for everyday photography and storytelling.
The launch marks the ongoing expansion of Viltrox’s L-Mount lineup, bringing more compact full-frame prime options to L-Mount users, including Leica and Panasonic photographers and creators, across a versatile range of focal lengths.
The AF 14mm F4.0 Air L: An Ultra-Wide Perspective in a Compact Design
At just 172 g, the AF 14mm F4.0 Air L combines an expansive 112.6° ultra-wide field of view with a compact, lightweight design. The wide perspective makes it easy to bring more of the environment into frame, while the [0.13 m] minimum focusing distance and 0.23x maximum magnification provide added flexibility for closer creative perspectives.
Its 12-element, 9-group optical design, incorporating 4 ED, 2 HR, and 2 aspherical elements, is designed to deliver sharp, clean images, while also controlling chromatic aberration and other optical aberrations.
The AF 20mm F2.8 Air L: Wide, Versatile, and Easy to Carry
The AF 20mm F2.8 Air L offers a versatile wide-angle perspective in a compact form, providing a broader view while maintaining a natural sense of space. At 159 g, it is designed for creators who want the flexibility of a wide focal length without compromising portability.
With a 0.19 m minimum focusing distance and 0.17x maximum magnification, the lens also provides flexibility for closer compositions. Its optical design consists of 10 elements in 8 groups (2ED, 1HR, and 2 aspherical elements), which ensures sharp images across a wide range of shooting conditions.
The AF 40mm F2.5 Air L: A Natural Perspective for Everyday Creativity
The AF 40mm F2.5 Air L offers a balanced perspective that draws a natural subject focus while retaining a view of the surrounding environment. Weighing just 169 g, it provides a compact option for everyday photography, street shooting, travel, and visual storytelling.
Its 0.34 m minimum focusing distance and 0.14x maximum magnification add flexibility for closer subjects, while the 10 elements in 6 groups optical design (1ED, 3HR, and 1 aspherical element) supports clean, detailed image rendering.
The AF 50mm F2.0 Air L: A Lightweight Standard Prime for Everyday Creativity
Weighing just 205 g, the AF 50mm F2.0 Air L brings a classic perspective to the Air Series in a compact, lightweight form. Its F2.0 aperture offers greater flexibility for portraits, lifestyle photography, and everyday shooting, while providing additional versatility when working in lower-light conditions.
With a 0.51 m minimum focusing distance and 0.11x maximum magnification, the lens offers further flexibility for closer compositions. Its optical design consisting of 13 elements in 9 groups(3 ED, 4 HR, and 1 aspherical element) is designed to deliver sharp, clean images while controlling optical aberrations.
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Pricing and Availability
Viltrox AF 14mm F4.0 Air L MSRP – $199 / €229 / £190
Viltrox AF 20mm F2.8 Air L MSRP – $168 / €189 / £165
Viltrox AF 40mm F2.5 Air L MSRP – $176 / €189 / £165
Viltrox AF 50mm F2.0 Air L MSRP – $199 / €229 / £190
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