The Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 for Nikon Z is an ultra-wide prime designed for landscape, astrophotography and creative wide-angle work. Its 16mm field of view captures expansive scenes, while the fast f/1.8 aperture supports low-light shooting and selective depth of field.

An advanced optical design with aspherical elements helps maintain clarity across the frame and control distortion, while practical features such as an integrated LCD display, custom controls and stepless aperture make it well suited to both stills and video workflows.

Who this is for

• Landscape and architecture photographers
• Astrophotography shooters needing wide coverage and light-gathering ability
• Hybrid creators working across stills and video
• Nikon Z users wanting a fast ultra-wide prime

At a glance

• 16mm ultra-wide prime for Nikon Z
• Fast f/1.8 aperture for low-light and astro work
• STM autofocus motor with quiet operation
• 15 elements in 12 groups with 3 aspherical elements
• 105.6° angle of view for expansive framing
• Integrated LCD display for key shooting data
• Stepless aperture with click on/off switch
• Custom controls including AF/MF and focus presets
• Reduced focus breathing for video
• 0.27m minimum focus distance
• 77mm filter thread

Component breakdown

16mm ultra-wide focal length
Captures broad scenes with strong perspective, ideal for landscapes, interiors and dramatic compositions.

f/1.8 aperture
Lets in more light for night sky and low-light shooting, while still allowing creative depth control at close distances.

Advanced optical design (15 elements in 12 groups)
Includes 3 aspherical elements to control distortion and reproduce point light sources accurately—important for astrophotography.

STM autofocus motor
Provides smooth, quiet autofocus performance suitable for both stills and video work.

Integrated LCD display
Shows key information such as focus distance and depth of field, helping with precision—especially useful in low-light conditions.

Stepless aperture control
Allows smooth exposure changes during video recording, avoiding visible jumps in brightness.

Custom control system
Includes AF/MF switching, focus presets (A/B), and function customisation for faster operation on set.

Why choose this lens

This lens combines ultra-wide coverage with a fast aperture, making it particularly effective for landscapes and astrophotography where both field of view and light gathering matter. The optical design helps maintain clarity across the frame, while practical features like the LCD display and stepless aperture add real usability in the field.

It’s also a strong option for video creators needing smooth focus transitions and consistent framing.

Ideal uses

• Landscape photography
• Astrophotography and night sky work
• Architecture and interiors
• Wide-angle video and vlogging
• Environmental portraits