Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC vs T1.3 AS UMC CS

Both are Sony E prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Samyang

Pick the f/1.4 AS UMC if

You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.3 m vs 0.38 m
You shoot full frame: the T1.3 AS UMC CS is made for APS-C

Pick the T1.3 AS UMC CS if

You want a compact lens: 74.2 mm vs 137.5 mm long

Spec differences

8 differences

Specifications that differ between the Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC and the Samyang 35mm T1.3 AS UMC CS
	f/1.4 AS UMC	T1.3 AS UMC CS
Format	Full frame	APS-C
Max aperture	f/1.4	f/1.3
Weight	735 g	not listed
Length	137.5 mm	74.2 mm shorter
Diameter	83 mm	73.6 mm slimmer
Filter thread	77 mm	62 mm
Min focus distance	0.3 m closer	0.38 m
Optical design	12 elements / 10 groups	9 elements / 7 groups

6 identical specs hidden: brand, mount, type, focal length, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all

Brand: Samyang both
Mount: Sony E both
Type: Prime both
Focal length: 35mm both
Autofocus motor: Manual focus both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC

A 35mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AS UMC is designed for Sony E mount bodies, with aspherical elements. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes