Has Viltrox Quietly Released the AF 50mm F/1.4 Pro FE Full-Frame Prime?
Viltrox continues to solidify its reputation as one of the most exciting third-party lens makers in the market, known for delivering high-quality optics at a fraction of the price of first-party options. The company appears to have quietly released its latest addition — the AF 50mm F/1.4 Pro FE, now listed for sale on Amazon without any official announcement.
The 50mm F/1.4 Pro FE was first teased during the China International Photograph and Electrical Imaging Machinery and Technology Fair in May, though Viltrox provided no technical details at the time. Since then, a few leaks have surfaced online showing the lens mounted on Sony cameras, fueling speculation about its design and release date.
Now, Sony Alpha Rumors reports that the lens is available for purchase at $549, making it significantly more affordable than the Sigma 50mm F/1.4 DG DN Art and Sony FE 50mm F/1.4 GM.
Just announced and now in stock — the new Viltrox 50mm f/1.4 PRO FE is available for $549 at Amazon! – https://t.co/Rc8Wn2iUF2 pic.twitter.com/Y44pEXQGOq
— SonyAlphaRumors (@SonyAlphaRumors) October 15, 2025
According to the Amazon product page, the lens features an optical design of 15 elements in 11 groups, including three ED, one UA, and eight HR elements. This setup aims to suppress chromatic aberration, ghosting, and flare while delivering sharpness from edge to edge, even at wide apertures.
Autofocus performance is powered by Viltrox’s HyperVCM motor, promising fast, accurate, and nearly silent operation — ideal for both stills and video work. The lens also supports subject tracking for consistent focus on moving subjects and can focus as close as 0.45 meters, offering solid versatility for close-up shooting.
Physically, the lens appears to follow the same design language as Viltrox’s other Pro-series optics. It features a customizable FN button, a declick switch, an AF/MF mode switch, and a manual aperture ring. There’s also a USB-C port on the lens mount for firmware updates — a welcome addition for users who like to keep their gear optimized.
Pricing and Availability
The Viltrox AF 50mm F/1.4 PRO FE product image from Amazon.
The Viltrox AF 50mm F/1.4 Pro FE is currently priced at $549 and available through Amazon. Interestingly, it does not yet appear on the official Viltrox website, suggesting a soft or early release. As such, photographers may want to wait for an official announcement from Viltrox before purchasing.
We’ll continue to monitor this story and provide updates once Viltrox confirms the release details or adds the lens to its official product lineup.