Minolta AF 35mm f/1.4 G vs Rokinon 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Minolta
AF 35mm f/1.4 G
Rokinon
35mm f/1.4 AS UMC
| Spec | AF 35mm f/1.4 G | 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Minolta | Rokinon |
| Mount | Sony A | Sony A |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Released | 1998 | n/a |
| Blades | 9 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 8 | n/a |
| Af motor | screw-drive | n/a |
| Elements | 10 | n/a |
| Weight g | 490 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 55 | n/a |
| Length mm | 76.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 0.3 | n/a |
| Max magnification | 0.2 | n/a |
Minolta AF 35mm f/1.4 G
A bright 35mm G-series lens from Minolta. It weighs about 490 g and takes 55mm filters.
Pros
- f/1.4
- G-series build
- Close focus 0.3 m
- 55mm filters
Cons
- Screw-drive AF
- No weather sealing
Rokinon 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC
A 35mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Rokinon 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC is designed for Sony A mount bodies, with aspherical elements. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.