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7artisans 12mm f/2.8 vs Samyang 12mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS FISH-EYE

Both are Micro Four Thirds lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the 7artisans 12mm f/2.8 if

  • You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2.8 vs f/3.1)

Pick the Samyang 12mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS FISH-EYE if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

10 differences
Specifications that differ between the 7artisans 12mm f/2.8 and the Samyang 12mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS FISH-EYE
7artisans 12mm f/2.8 Samyang 12mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS FISH-EYE
Brand
7artisans
Samyang
Type
Prime
Fisheye
Format
not listed
Full frame
Max aperture
f/2.8 ⅓ stop faster
f/3.1
Length
not listed
97.5 mm
Diameter
not listed
81.6 mm
Min focus distance
not listed
0.2 m
Optical design
not listed
12 elements / 8 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
Image stabilization
not listed
No
2 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length. Show all
Mount
Micro Four Thirds both
Focal length
12mm both

Our notes

7artisans 12mm f/2.8

The 7artisans 12mm f/2.8 is a wide-angle prime lens covering 12mm at f/2.8 for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Samyang 12mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS FISH-EYE

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