Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC vs Samyang 14mm f/2.4 XP Premium
Both are Micro Four Thirds prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Pick the Samyang 14mm f/2.4 XP Premium if
- You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2.4 vs f/2.8)
Spec differences
10 differences| Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC | Samyang 14mm f/2.4 XP Premium | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Rokinon
|
Samyang
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
|
| Max aperture |
f/2.8
|
f/2.4
½ stop faster
|
| Weight |
570 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
120.9 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
87 mm
|
not listed
|
| Max magnification |
not listed
|
0.08×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
9
|
| Optical design |
14 elements / 10 groups
|
18 elements / 14 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
Manual focus
|
not listed
|
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, min focus distance, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Micro Four Thirds both
- Type
- Prime both
- Focal length
- 14mm both
- Min focus distance
- 0.28 m both
- Image stabilization
- No both
Our notes
Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC
This 14mm f/2.8 wide-angle prime lens from Rokinon fits Micro Four Thirds mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass and aspherical elements. A manual-focus ultra-wide prime well known for landscape and astro photography at a modest price.
Our notes
Samyang 14mm f/2.4 XP Premium
A 14mm f/2.4 wide-angle prime lens, the Samyang 14mm f/2.4 XP Premium is designed for Micro Four Thirds mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
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