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Quick answer
An autofocus 35mm f/1.8 prime for Sony full-frame mirrorless.
Pros
- Autofocus
- Compact
- f/1.8
Cons
- Third-party autofocus
- Plain build
Verdict
Consider it a 35mm prime for Sony.
About this lens
Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8: a fast wide-angle prime lens with a 35mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.8, made for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 specifications
- Brand
- Samyang
- Mount
- Sony E
- Focal length
- 35mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/35.0
- Lens type
- Prime
- Optical construction
- 10 elements in 8 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Autofocus motor
- Linear STM
- Weather sealing
- Yes
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.29 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.17x
- Filter thread
- 58 mm
Specification source: lksamyang.com
What can you shoot with the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8?
- Street
- Everyday
- Video
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 | 35mm | 54.4° | 63.4° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 53mm | 37.8° | 44.8° |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Samyang AF 35mm 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 35mm f/1.8 good for video?
Yes. Autofocus and a 35mm field of view suit handheld video.
Is the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 sharp?
It is regarded as sharp, especially stopped down slightly from f/1.8.
Alternatives for Sony E from other brands
All Sony E lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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