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Samyang 16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS vs T2.6 ED AS UMC

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

Pick the f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.6)
  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.2 m vs 0.3 m

Pick the T2.6 ED AS UMC if

  • You shoot full frame: the f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS is made for APS-C

Spec differences

8 differences
Specifications that differ between the Samyang 16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS and the Samyang 16mm T2.6 ED AS UMC
f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS T2.6 ED AS UMC
Format
APS-C
Full frame
Max aperture
f/2 ⅔ stop faster
f/2.6
Weight
575 g
not listed
Length
87.9 mm shorter
94.6 mm
Diameter
83 mm
81.65 mm
Filter thread
77 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.2 m closer
0.3 m
Optical design
13 elements / 11 groups
14 elements / 11 groups
6 identical specs hidden: brand, mount, type, focal length, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all
Brand
Samyang both
Mount
Pentax K both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
16mm both
Autofocus motor
Manual focus both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Samyang 16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS

The Samyang 16mm f/2.0 ED AS UMC CS is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 16mm at f/2.0 for Pentax K mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass and aspherical elements. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Samyang 16mm T2.6 ED AS UMC

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