Samyang 14mm f/2.4 XP Premium vs Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 Asph.
Both are Micro Four Thirds prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Samyang 14mm f/2.4 XP Premium if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Pick the Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 Asph. if
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.18 m vs 0.28 m
- You want bigger close-ups: 0.1× vs 0.08× maximum magnification
Spec differences
10 differences| Samyang 14mm f/2.4 XP Premium | Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 Asph. | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Samyang
|
Panasonic
|
| Max aperture |
f/2.4
|
f/2.5
|
| Weight |
not listed
|
55 g
|
| Length |
not listed
|
20.5 mm
|
| Diameter |
not listed
|
55.5 mm
|
| Filter thread |
not listed
|
46 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.28 m
|
0.18 m
closer
|
| Max magnification |
0.08×
|
0.1×
larger
|
| Aperture blades |
9
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
18 elements / 14 groups
|
6 elements / 5 groups
|
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Micro Four Thirds both
- Type
- Prime both
- Focal length
- 14mm 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
Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 Asph.
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