Viltrox Officially Launches the AF 50mm F/1.4 PRO FE for Sony E Mount

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By Darryl Lara

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Last updated 10/16/2025

Viltrox has officially announced the AF 50mm F/1.4 PRO FE, confirming the details of the lens that appeared in an Amazon listing earlier this week. The lens is now available for purchase from major retailers for $549.

Just yesterday, reports surfaced after a product listing for the 50mm f/1.4 appeared on Amazon without any official confirmation from the company. While Viltrox had previously teased the lens during photography trade shows, the lack of an immediate announcement left many photographers uncertain about its availability. Fortunately, Viltrox has now made the lens official and provided full technical details.

Design, Autofocus, and Handling

Following in the footsteps of the well-received 85mm F/1.4 PRO, the new 50mm F/1.4 PRO FE maintains a similar premium design. It measures 85 x 111mm and weighs around 800 grams, identical to the 85mm version. This ensures easy lens swapping when mounted on a gimbal without requiring balance adjustments.

The lens is constructed with 15 elements in 11 groups, including one ultra-aspherical element, three extra-low dispersion (ED) elements, and eight high refractive (HR) elements. Combined, they help minimize chromatic aberration, distortion, and flare. An 11-blade aperture diaphragm produces smooth, circular bokeh that’s ideal for portraits and video work.

The AF 50mm F/1.4 PRO FE is equipped with Viltrox’s HyperVCM motor, offering fast, accurate, and nearly silent autofocus performance. The system is optimized for both photo and video use, with minimal focus breathing and precise subject tracking.

The lens supports full-time manual focus override and includes professional-grade controls, such as a customizable function button, focus mode switch, and declickable aperture ring — all features that filmmakers and hybrid shooters will appreciate.

Build Quality and Features

Viltrox has equipped the lens with a metal barrel and a rubber gasket for weather sealing, providing protection against moisture and dust. The front element includes a fluorine coating that repels fingerprints, water, and dirt, while the HD Nano multi-layer coating minimizes ghosting and flare. The lens also includes a USB-C port for firmware updates, ensuring long-term compatibility with future camera releases.

Pricing and Availability

The Viltrox AF 50mm F/1.4 PRO FE is priced at $549 and is currently available exclusively for the Sony E mount. It can now be purchased from B&H Photo, Amazon, and the official Viltrox online store.