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Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS vs Samyang 12mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS FISH-EYE

Both are Pentax K lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS if

  • You need 1⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/2 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 Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS and the Samyang 12mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS FISH-EYE
Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS Samyang 12mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS NCS FISH-EYE
Brand
Rokinon
Samyang
Type
Prime
Fisheye
Format
not listed
Full frame
Max aperture
f/2 1⅓ stops faster
f/3.1
Length
not listed
71.2 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
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Mount
Pentax K both
Focal length
12mm both

Our notes

Rokinon 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS

This 12mm f/2.0 fast wide-angle prime lens from Rokinon fits Pentax K 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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