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Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS vs Samyang AF 12mm f/2.0

Both are Fujifilm X prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Samyang AF 12mm f/2.0 if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 48 g lighter (212 g vs 260 g)
  • You want autofocus (Linear motor): the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS is manual focus only

Spec differences

9 differences
Specifications that differ between the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS and the Samyang AF 12mm f/2.0
Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS Samyang AF 12mm f/2.0
Brand
Rokinon
Samyang
Weight
260 g
212 g lighter
Length
59.4 mm
59.2 mm
Diameter
72.5 mm
70 mm slimmer
Filter thread
67 mm
62 mm
Max magnification
not listed
0.09×
Aperture blades
not listed
7
Autofocus motor
Manual focus
Linear motor
Weather sealing
not listed
Yes
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Mount
Fujifilm X both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
12mm both
Max aperture
f/2 both
Min focus distance
0.2 m both
Optical design
12 elements / 10 groups both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS

This 12mm f/2.0 APS-C fast wide-angle prime lens from Rokinon fits Fujifilm X mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Samyang AF 12mm f/2.0

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