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Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC vs Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZE

Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Spec differences

7 differences
Specifications that differ between the Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC and the Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZE
Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZE
Brand
Samyang
Zeiss
Weight
565 g
not listed
Length
100.7 mm
not listed
Diameter
81.6 mm
not listed
Filter thread
77 mm
58 mm
Max magnification
not listed
0.15×
Optical design
9 elements / 6 groups
7 elements / 6 groups
8 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, max aperture, min focus distance, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Sony E both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
50mm both
Max aperture
f/1.4 both
Min focus distance
0.45 m both
Autofocus motor
Manual focus both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC

Samyang 50mm f/1.4 AS UMC: a fast standard prime lens with a 50mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.4, made for Sony E mount cameras, with aspherical elements. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

Our notes

Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZE

A 50mm f/1.4 fast standard prime lens, the Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZE is designed for Sony E mount bodies. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

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