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Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB vs Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8

Both are Sony E lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 if

  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 463 g lighter (772 g vs 1235 g)

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB and the Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8
Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8
Brand
Viltrox
Samyang
Type
Prime
Telephoto
Weight
1235 g
772 g lighter
Length
145.7 mm
129.6 mm shorter
Diameter
93 mm
93.4 mm
Min focus distance
0.72 m
0.69 m closer
Max magnification
0.25×
0.24×
Aperture blades
11
not listed
Optical design
14 elements / 9 groups
13 elements / 11 groups
Autofocus motor
VCM
Linear motor
Weather sealing
not listed
Yes
6 identical specs hidden: mount, format, focal length, max aperture, filter thread, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Sony E both
Format
Full frame both
Focal length
135mm both
Max aperture
f/1.8 both
Filter thread
82 mm both
Image stabilization
No both

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