Samyang 14mm f/2.4 XP Premium vs f/2.8 IF ED UMC Aspherical
Both are Micro Four Thirds prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the 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)
Pick the f/2.8 IF ED UMC Aspherical if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
9 differences| f/2.4 XP Premium | f/2.8 IF ED UMC Aspherical | |
|---|---|---|
| Format |
not listed
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Full frame
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| Max aperture |
f/2.4
½ stop faster
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f/2.8
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| Weight |
not listed
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570 g
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| Length |
not listed
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120.9 mm
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| Diameter |
not listed
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87 mm
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| Max magnification |
0.08×
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not listed
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| Aperture blades |
9
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not listed
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| Optical design |
18 elements / 14 groups
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14 elements / 10 groups
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| Autofocus motor |
not listed
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Manual focus
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6 identical specs hidden: brand, mount, type, focal length, min focus distance, image stabilization. Show all
- Brand
- Samyang both
- 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
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.
Our notes
Samyang 14mm f/2.8 IF ED UMC Aspherical
The Samyang 14mm f/2.8 IF ED UMC Aspherical is a wide-angle prime lens covering 14mm at f/2.8 for 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 modes...
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