Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM vs Samyang 35mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II
Both are Sony E prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM if
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.25 m vs 0.3 m
- Our notes say it suits: Documentary and street, wedding photography, video work
Pick the Samyang 35mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II if
Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.
Spec differences
11 differences| Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM | Samyang 35mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Sony
|
Samyang
|
| Max aperture |
f/1.4
|
f/1.5
|
| Weight |
524 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
96 mm
|
not listed
|
| Diameter |
76 mm
slimmer
|
83 mm
|
| Filter thread |
67 mm
|
77 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.25 m
closer
|
0.3 m
|
| Max magnification |
0.26×
|
not listed
|
| Optical design |
not listed
|
12 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
- 35mm both
- Image stabilization
- No both
Our notes
Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM
A G Master 35mm prime for E-mount with an f/1.4 aperture, an aperture ring and linear-motor autofocus. It has a dust and moisture resistant design.
Pros
- Sharp across the frame
- Fast, quiet autofocus
- Aperture ring with click switch
Cons
- Larger than f/1.8 35mm primes
- Heavier at about 524 g
Our notes
Samyang 35mm T1.5 VDSLR AS UMC II
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