AF 24mm f/1.8
- 24mm
- f/24.0
- Prime
- Weather sealed
- Min focus 0.19 m
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Quick answer
Compact autofocus 24mm prime for Sony full-frame mirrorless with an f/1.8 aperture.
Pros
- Autofocus
- Compact
- Bright f/1.8
Cons
- Third-party autofocus
- Plain build
Verdict
Think of it as a small wide prime for Sony.
About this lens
The Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 24mm at f/1.8 for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 specifications
- Brand
- Samyang
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 24mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/24.0
- Lens type
- Prime
- Optical construction
- 11 elements in 8 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Autofocus motor
- Linear STM
- Weather sealing
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.19 m
- Filter thread
- 58 mm
Specification source: lksamyang.com
What can you shoot with the Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8?
- Vlogging
- Travel
- Landscape
Its smaller maximum aperture favours daylight shooting and keeps the lens compact.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 24mm | 73.7° | 84.1° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 36mm | 53.1° | 62° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 have autofocus?
Yes. It autofocuses on Sony E-mount bodies, which makes it more convenient than manual-focus alternatives.
Is the Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 full-frame?
Yes. It covers the full 35mm frame on full-frame E-mount bodies, and it also works on APS-C E-mount bodies with a crop.
Is the Samyang AF 24mm f/1.8 good for video?
Yes. Autofocus and a wide field of view suit handheld video, and the compact size works well on gimbals.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
