Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye vs Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS
Both are Pentax K lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Pick the Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS if
- You need 1 stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.8)
Spec differences
11 differences| Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye | Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Rokinon
|
Samyang
|
| Type |
Fisheye
|
Prime
|
| Format |
Full frame
|
not listed
|
| Max aperture |
f/2.8
|
f/2
1 stop faster
|
| Weight |
505 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
71.2 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
77.3 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
0.2 m
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
12 elements / 8 groups
|
not listed
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| Autofocus motor |
Manual focus
|
not listed
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| Image stabilization |
No
|
not listed
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2 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length. Show all
- Mount
- Pentax K both
- Focal length
- 12mm both
Our notes
Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye
The Rokinon 12mm f/2.8 ED AS NCS Fisheye is a fisheye lens covering 12mm at f/2.8 for Pentax K mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass and aspherical elements. It suits dramatic perspectives, astrophotography and creative wide-field work.
Our notes
Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS
This 12mm f/2.0 fast wide-angle prime lens from Samyang fits Pentax K mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
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