
Samyang
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The Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 FE is a compact, lightweight full‑frame wide‑angle prime lens for Sony E‑mount mirrorless cameras, offering fast f/1.8 optics, weather‑sealed construction, and quiet autofocus suitable for both stills and video.
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$334.97
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$389.81
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$244.25
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$679.95
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers commend the Samyang 24mm f/1.8 for its impressive mid‑frame sharpness, lightweight construction, and weather‑sealed build, calling it a significant step up from earlier Samyang models and praising its quiet AF for video. They note the optical performance rivals larger, more expensive lenses, though they flag the by‑wire focus ring’s tactile feel and the less than perfectly circular bokeh as minor drawbacks.
What Users Say
Everyday users repeatedly praise the lens’s portability, feather‑light weight, and sharp wide‑angle results for landscapes, astrophotography, and portraits, often highlighting its excellent value. Common complaints focus on the stepped feel of the electronic focus ring and the desire for smoother bokeh, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Common Complaints
The by‑wire focus ring feels stepped and less premium, the bokeh is not perfectly circular, and close‑up sharpness is best achieved when stopped down to around f/2.8.
How It Compares
vs. Viltrox 24mm f/1.8 STM
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Choose Samyang for ultimate portability and weather sealing; choose Viltrox if you prefer a slightly larger, potentially more solid feel.
vs. Sony 24mm f/1.4 GM
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Opt for Samyang when size, weight, and cost are priorities; opt for Sony GM when you need the absolute fastest aperture and flagship-level build.