The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Nikon Z 14-24mm F2.8 S and the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Nikon Z 14-24mm F2.8 S is the longer of the two lenses at 125mm. The Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 with a length of 96mm, is 29mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Nikon Z 14-24mm F2.8 S also has a larger diameter of 89mm compared to the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2's 87mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 weighs 649g, 0% (1g) lighter than the Nikon Z 14-24mm F2.8 S's weight of 650g.
Lens Mounts
The Nikon Z 14-24mm F2.8 S has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 is also available in Canon EF , Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
Nikon Z 14-24mm F2.8 S has a focal range of 14-24mm and
1.7X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of
21 - 36mm.
On the other hand, the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 14mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 21mm.
