Samyang Optics / Rokinon AF 35 mm f/2.8 FE

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Samyang Optics / Rokinon AF 35mm F2.8 FE
Maker Samyang Optics
Lens mount(s) Sony E-mount
Technical data
Type Prime
Focal length35mm
Image format 35mm full-frame
Aperture (max/min)f/2.8
Close focus distance0.35 metres (1.1 ft)
Max. magnification1:8 (0.12x)
Diaphragm blades7
Construction7 elements in 6 groups
Features
Manual focus override Yes check.svg Yes
Weather-sealing X mark.svg No
Lens-based stabilization X mark.svg No
Aperture ringX mark.svg No
ApplicationLandscape, Street, Low-light
Physical
Max. length33 millimetres (1.3 in)
Diameter61.8 millimetres (2.43 in)
Weight85.6 grams (0.189 lb)
Filter diameter49mm
History
Introduction2017
Retail info
MSRP $399 USD

The Samyang Optics / Rokinon AF 35mm F2.8 FE is a wide-angle full-frame prime lens for Sony E-mount. It was announced by Samyang Optics on June 5, 2017. [1] [2]

Contents

Though designed for Sony's full frame E-mount cameras, the lens can be used on Sony's APS-C E-mount camera bodies, with an equivalent full-frame field-of-view of 52.5mm.

Build quality

The lens itself is made of a thin aluminum shell over plastic internals and includes a detachable pancake-style lens hood.

This lens is comparable to Sony's own 35mm lens, featuring similar specs and image quality.

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References

  1. "Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 FE: Digital Photography Review". dpreview . Retrieved 2017-06-17.
  2. "Samyang Optics - Global optic brand Samyang Optics offers the best value beyond the ordinary to become Total Imaging Solution brand". samyanglensglobal.com. Retrieved 2017-06-17.