Nikon AI-S Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 vs Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC

Both are Nikon F prime lenses for full frame. Here is what actually differs.

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Pick the Nikon AI-S Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 if

You want the lighter lens to carry: 295 g lighter (270 g vs 565 g)

Pick the Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC if

You need 2 stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/2.8)
You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.25 m vs 0.3 m

Spec differences

8 differences

Specifications that differ between the Nikon AI-S Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 and the Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC
	Nikon AI-S Nikkor 24mm f/2.8	Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC
Brand	Nikon	Rokinon
Max aperture	f/2.8	f/1.4 2 stops faster
Weight	270 g lighter	565 g
Length	58 mm	not listed
Diameter	63.5 mm slimmer	83 mm
Filter thread	52 mm	77 mm
Min focus distance	0.3 m	0.25 m closer
Optical design	9 elements / 9 groups	13 elements / 12 groups

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

Mount: Nikon F both
Type: Prime both
Format: Full frame both
Focal length: 24mm both
Autofocus motor: Manual focus both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Nikon AI-S Nikkor 24mm f/2.8

A 24mm f/2.8 wide-angle prime lens, the Nikon AI-S Nikkor 24mm f/2.8 is designed for Nikon F mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC

A 24mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC is designed for Nikon F mount bodies, with extra-low dispersion glass and aspherical elements. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.