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Samyang 24mm f/1.4 ED AS IF UMC vs Viltrox 24mm f/1.8

Both are Micro Four Thirds prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Samyang 24mm f/1.4 ED AS IF UMC if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/1.8)

Pick the Viltrox 24mm f/1.8 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

10 differences
Specifications that differ between the Samyang 24mm f/1.4 ED AS IF UMC and the Viltrox 24mm f/1.8
Samyang 24mm f/1.4 ED AS IF UMC Viltrox 24mm f/1.8
Brand
Samyang
Viltrox
Format
Full frame
not listed
Max aperture
f/1.4 ⅔ stop faster
f/1.8
Weight
585 g
not listed
Diameter
83 mm
not listed
Filter thread
77 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.25 m
not listed
Optical design
13 elements / 12 groups
not listed
Autofocus motor
Manual focus
not listed
Image stabilization
No
not listed
3 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length. Show all
Mount
Micro Four Thirds both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
24mm both

Our notes

Samyang 24mm f/1.4 ED AS IF UMC

This 24mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens from Samyang fits Micro Four Thirds mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass and aspherical elements. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Viltrox 24mm f/1.8

The Viltrox 24mm f/1.8 is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 24mm at f/1.8 for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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