{"product_id":"viltrox-af-135mm-f1-point-8-fe-sony-e-mount","title":"Viltrox AF 135mm f\/1.8 LAB FE Lens for Sony E Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Viltrox AF 135mm f\/1.8 LAB FE is a full-frame telephoto prime for Sony E-mount, designed for portrait photography with consistent sharpness, strong compression and reliable autofocus. The 135mm focal length creates natural subject separation, while the bright f\/1.8 aperture enables controlled depth of field and dependable low-light performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a refined optical design, fast HyperVCM autofocus motor and practical on-lens controls, it suits both studio and location work. 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