Sony FE 14mm F1.8 GM vs Samyang 14mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II
Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sony FE 14mm F1.8 GM if
- You need 1½ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/3.1)
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.25 m vs 0.28 m
- Our notes say it suits: Astrophotography, landscapes, architecture
Pick the Samyang 14mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
10 differences| Sony FE 14mm F1.8 GM | Samyang 14mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sony
|
Samyang
|
| Max aperture |
f/1.8
1½ stops faster
|
f/3.1
|
| Weight |
460 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
99.8 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
83 mm
|
not listed
|
| Min focus distance |
0.25 m
closer
|
0.28 m
|
| Max magnification |
0.1×
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
14 elements / 10 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
not listed
|
Manual focus
|
| Released |
2021
|
not listed
|
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Prime both
- Format
- Full frame both
- Focal length
- 14mm both
- Image stabilization
- No both
Our notes
Sony FE 14mm F1.8 GM
An ultra-wide prime for full-frame E-mount with an f/1.8 aperture and an aperture ring. The curved front element prevents screw-in filters.
Pros
- f/1.8 at 14mm
- Compact at about 460 g
- Aperture ring
Cons
- Bulbous front element prevents screw-in filters
- Larger than slower 14mm options
Our notes
Samyang 14mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II
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