Nikon AF DC-Nikkor 135mm f/2D vs Samyang 135mm f/2 ED UMC
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Samyang
135mm f/2 ED UMC
| Spec | AF DC-Nikkor 135mm f/2D | 135mm f/2 ED UMC |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Samyang |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Focal length | 135mm | 135mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.0 | f/2.0 |
| Released | 1990 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 6 | 7 |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 7 | 11 |
| Weight g | 815.0 | n/a |
| Filter mm | 72 | 77 |
| Length mm | 120.0 | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 79.0 | n/a |
| Min focus m | 1.1 | 0.8 (closer focusing) |
Nikon AF DC-Nikkor 135mm f/2D
Telephoto portrait lens with the same Defocus Control ring as the 105mm DC, introduced in 1990. It is large, heavy and uses screw-drive focusing.
Pros
- f/2 aperture
- Defocus Control ring
- Metal build
Cons
- About 815g
- Screw-drive autofocus
- No stabilization
Samyang 135mm f/2 ED UMC
This 135mm f/2 fast short-telephoto prime lens from Samyang fits Nikon F mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.