Viltrox opens pre-orders for two new Nikon Z APS-C portrait primes

Nikon Z APS-C owners just got two new portrait primes to think about, and the choice is not really about one lens being “better” than the other. It is about where each one lands in a real kit: the 75mm f/1.8 EVO for a classic short-telephoto look, and the 90mm f/2.2 EVO for tighter framing and a little more working distance. Both are now officially up for pre-order in Nikon Z mount, with prices of $329 and $369, and both are meant to make smaller Z bodies feel more complete without adding much bulk.

Viltrox pitched the pair as compact, lightweight portrait lenses for APS-C mirrorless systems when it introduced them on June 8, 2026, and the Nikon Z versions are part of a broader release that also includes Sony E and Fujifilm X mounts. On APS-C, the 75mm comes out to a 112.5mm equivalent, while the 90mm behaves like a 135mm equivalent, which puts both squarely in portrait territory. That matters for shooters who want flattering compression, blurred backgrounds, and a lens that does not feel like a commitment every time it comes out of the bag.

The specs show two different flavors of the same idea. The 75mm f/1.8 EVO uses an 11-element, 9-group design with 2 ED and 2 HR elements, while the 90mm f/2.2 EVO uses 10 elements in 8 groups with the same pair of ED and HR elements. Both use STM autofocus, both have a 0.74-meter minimum focusing distance, both take 58mm filters, and both include a USB-C port for firmware upgrades. Viltrox lists the 90mm at 345 grams and the 75mm at 355 grams, while B&H Photo Video lists weather-resistant designs and metal electronic contacts for EXIF data transmission on both Nikon Z versions.

That is where the buying decision gets interesting. The 75mm looks like the safer everyday portrait pick for anyone building a lighter kit around family sessions, senior portraits, or casual creator work, especially if the appeal is a bright aperture and a more familiar framing. The 90mm feels more specialized, with a longer portrait perspective and a slightly more restrained f/2.2 aperture, which may suit photographers who prefer more reach and a cleaner background separation style.

For Nikon Z shooters waiting on third-party glass to fill gaps, these lenses are more than just another launch. They point to a system that is getting broader, cheaper, and more interesting to build around. The pre-order is live now, but the real decision point is whether to jump in for the pricing and the compact form factor, or wait for first tests of autofocus, sharpness, and handling before committing.