7Artisans AF 25mm, 35mm and 50mm F1.8 Lite Series APS-C Lenses for E and X mounts
The 7Artisans AF Trio: Affordable F1.8 APS-C Lenses for Sony and Fujifilm
The trend of Chinese manufacturers introducing affordable, fast prime lenses continues to gain momentum in 2026. Just a few days into the new year, 7Artisans announced (only on their Chinese website so far) a new trio of APS-C autofocus primes: AF 25mm, AF 35mm, and AF 50mm, all featuring an f/1.8 aperture for Sony E and Fujifilm X mount cameras. This is also the first introduction of the new 'Lite' series of lenses for the manufacturer.
7Artisans AF 35mm F1.8 Lite
What makes this set particularly interesting is that all three lenses share the exact same external dimensions and a nearly identical weight of approximately 180 g. This uniformity is a major advantage for gimbal users who want to switch focal lengths without the hassle of rebalancing their setup. Combined with a highly competitive price point, these lenses are set to be very popular choices for budget-conscious creators.
While the announcement is exciting, there is a bit of a wait ahead. These lenses are scheduled to begin shipping in May 2026. We will continue to provide updates as they become ready for the market.
7Artisans AF 25mm, 35mm and 50mm F1.8 Lite MTF Charts and Optical Structure
Price and Availability
The 7Artisans 25mm, 35mm, and 50mm f/1.8 AF lenses are expected to retail for approximately $125 each. They are currently scheduled to begin shipping in May 2026.
