Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] vs Samyang 14mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II

Both are Pentax K prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pentax · 2004

smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF]

f/2.8420 gscrew-drive

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Samyang

14mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II

f/3.1MF

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Pick the Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] if

You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2.8 vs f/3.1)
You want autofocus (screw-drive): the Samyang 14mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II is manual focus only
You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.17 m vs 0.28 m

Pick the Samyang 14mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II if

You shoot full frame: the Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] is made for APS-C

Spec differences

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Specifications that differ between the Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] and the Samyang 14mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II
	Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF]	Samyang 14mm T3.1 VDSLR ED AS IF UMC II
Brand	Pentax	Samyang
Format	APS-C	Full frame
Max aperture	f/2.8 ⅓ stop faster	f/3.1
Weight	420 g	not listed
Length	69 mm	not listed
Diameter	84 mm	not listed
Filter thread	77 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	0.17 m closer	0.28 m
Max magnification	0.19×	not listed
Aperture blades	6	not listed
Optical design	12 elements / 11 groups	14 elements / 10 groups
Autofocus motor	screw-drive	Manual focus
Released	2004	not listed

4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Pentax K both
Type: Prime both
Focal length: 14mm both
Image stabilization: No both

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Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF]

A 14mm f/2.8 wide-angle prime lens, the Pentax smc PENTAX-DA 14mm F2.8 ED[IF] is designed for Pentax K mount bodies, with extra-low dispersion glass. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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