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Samyang 21mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC CS vs TTArtisan 21mm f/1.5

Both are Sony E prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Samyang 21mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC CS if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 137 g lighter (275 g vs 412 g)

Pick the TTArtisan 21mm f/1.5 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

9 differences
Specifications that differ between the Samyang 21mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC CS and the TTArtisan 21mm f/1.5
Samyang 21mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC CS TTArtisan 21mm f/1.5
Brand
Samyang
TTArtisan
Max aperture
f/1.4
f/1.5
Weight
275 g lighter
412 g
Length
67.6 mm
not listed
Diameter
64.3 mm
not listed
Filter thread
58 mm
72 mm
Min focus distance
0.28 m
not listed
Aperture blades
not listed
10
Optical design
8 elements / 7 groups
13 elements / 11 groups
6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Sony E both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
21mm both
Autofocus motor
Manual focus both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Samyang 21mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC CS

A 21mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Samyang 21mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC CS is designed for Sony E mount bodies, with extra-low dispersion glass and aspherical elements. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

TTArtisan 21mm f/1.5

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