After teasing “We’re back”, today Rollei officially announced the previously reported AF 24mm f/1.8 and 35mm f/1.8 lenses for Sony E and Nikon Z mount.
The new lenses are currently in stock at Foto Erhardt – they are based on the 7Artisans AF f/1.8 lenses.
Rollei already has the AF 85mm f/1.8 lens to complete the trio (see this post):
Additional information on the new lenses:
Rollei AF 24mm f/1.8 lens
- 24 mm wide angle: Captures more in the picture – without distortion
- f/1.8 aperture with 11 blades: Sharp at wide aperture, dreamy bokeh
- VAF Series: Highest resolution for modern full-frame cameras
- HFT-X Coating: Clear contrasts – even in backlight and at night
- STM autofocus: Fast, quiet, with face and eye tracking
Rollei AF 35mm f/1.8 lens
- 35 mm focal length: Natural, balanced – perfect for reportage & street photography
- f/1.8 aperture with 11 blades: Sharp at wide aperture, soft bokeh
- VAF Series: Highest resolution for modern full-frame cameras
- HFT-X Coating: High contrast in backlighting, sun & night
- STM autofocus: Fast, quiet, with face and eye tracking
Press release:
Designed to meet the highest demands: Rollei AF 24 mm F/1.8 and 35 mm F/1.8
Norderstedt, January 28, 2026. Rollei is expanding its VAF series and launching two new lenses: the Rollei AF 24 mm F/1.8 for wide-angle photography and the Rollei AF 35 mm F/1.8 as a versatile reportage lens. Both lenses are available now for Sony FE and Nikon Z mounts.
The launch of Rollei’s first lens, the AF 85mm F/1.8, was met with a positive response from professional photographers and enthusiasts alike. The combination of high image quality, precise autofocus, and robust construction at a fair price proved convincing across the board. With the new focal lengths, Rollei is now strategically expanding the VAF series to include two popular focal lengths, thus covering the spectrum from landscape and reportage to portraiture.
24mm wide angle: Ideal for landscape, architecture & astrophotography
The Rollei AF 24mm F/1.8 is the perfect choice for wide-angle photographers who value brightness and image quality. The 11-blade F/1.8 aperture produces a creamy, perfectly round bokeh – even wide open, the image remains sharp and high-contrast. The high-quality optics consist of 14 elements in 11 groups, including 4 ED, 2 HR, and 2 AS lenses, which minimize aberrations and ensure exceptional edge-to-edge sharpness.
The HFT-X coating effectively reduces ghosting and flare, while the fast and quiet STM autofocus with face and eye tracking is optimized for both photos and videos. Despite its robust construction, the all-metal body weighs only about 480 grams. The Sony FE version also features a linear aperture ring for smooth, silent aperture control in video.
With a minimum focusing distance of 0.32 meters, the 24mm lens is also suitable for detailed close-ups. The 62mm filter thread makes it compatible with all common ND and effect filters. Thanks to the USB-C firmware port, updates can be installed in just 30 seconds.
35 millimeters: Versatile for documentation, everyday life & portraiture
The Rollei AF 35mm F/1.8 is the classic reportage focal length, enabling particularly authentic images thanks to its proximity to the natural field of view. Whether street photography, documentary work, or portraits with creative subject isolation – the F/1.8 aperture with 11 blades delivers round, creamy bokeh and excellent sharpness at wide apertures.
The lens consists of 11 elements in 8 groups, including 7 ED, 2 HR, and 2 AS lenses for minimal chromatic aberrations and high resolution across the entire image field. The STM autofocus is fast, precise, and virtually silent – ideal for video and discreet photography.
The robust, all-metal body weighs only about 490 grams, while the HFT-X coating ensures high-contrast, color-accurate images. With a minimum focusing distance of 0.40 meters, even details and close-ups can be captured impressively. The Sony FE version also features a linear aperture ring for video-friendly aperture control.
The AF/MF switch, the freely assignable FN button, and the 62mm filter thread offer intuitive operation. Firmware updates are quick and easy via the USB-C port.
Precision down to the last detail: VAF series with new logo
Customer feedback on the Rollei 85mm F/1.8 revealed a desire for a more understated logo design. Rollei took this feedback seriously and is therefore pleased to present a revised logo alongside the two new focal length lenses: contemporary, understated, and with a clear, modern design language. The new logo emphasizes the professional aspirations of the VAF series without distracting from the essential element – the lens.
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