Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 vs Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro
Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 has more in its favour on paper. The AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro gathers more light for low light and background blur; the AF 56mm f/1.4 is lighter and cheaper.
Choose the AF 56mm f/1.4 for
- less weight (290g vs 535g)
- a lower price (about £150 vs £390)
Choose the AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro for
- a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.2, about 0.4 stops more light)
| AF 56mm f/1.4 | AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Viltrox | Viltrox |
| Focal length | 56mm | 56mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.2 |
| Weight | 290 g | 535 g |
| Stabilisation | No | No |
| Weather sealing | No | No |
| Filter size | 52mm | 67mm |
| Made for | APSC | APSC |
| New price | £289 | £449 |
| Used at MPB (Sony E / FE) | £130–£169 | £389–£389 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 better than the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro?
The AF 56mm f/1.4 offers less weight (290g vs 535g), a lower price (about £150 vs £390); the AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro offers a brighter maximum aperture (f/1.2, about 0.4 stops more light).
Which is better value, the AF 56mm f/1.4 or the AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro?
On Sony E / FE, the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 costs about £150 against about £390 for the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro (MPB used where listed, otherwise new; checked 5 November 2026).
Is f/1.2 worth it over f/1.4?
f/1.2 gathers about 0.4 stops more light, which helps indoors, at night and for background blur. If you mostly shoot in good light, the slower lens is usually lighter and cheaper.
Do both lenses fit the same cameras?
Both are available for Sony E / FE (and other mounts: Fujifilm X, Nikon Z). Both are made for crop sensors.