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Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC vs Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2

Both are Pentax K prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC if

  • You need 1⅔ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/2.5)

Pick the Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

6 differences
Specifications that differ between the Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC and the Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2
Brand
Rokinon
Tamron
Max aperture
f/1.4 1⅔ stops faster
f/2.5
Weight
570 g
not listed
Diameter
83 mm
not listed
Filter thread
77 mm
55 mm
Optical design
13 elements / 12 groups
10 elements / 9 groups
7 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, min focus distance, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Pentax K both
Type
Prime both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
24mm both
Min focus distance
0.25 m both
Autofocus motor
Manual focus both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC

A 24mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC is designed for Pentax K mount bodies, with extra-low dispersion glass and aspherical elements. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2

Tamron SP 24mm f/2.5 Adaptall-2: a wide-angle prime lens with a 24mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.5, made for Pentax K mount cameras, from the Tamron SP series. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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