The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS and the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM 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. Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM is the longer of the two lenses at 108mm. The Samyang 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS with a length of 74mm, is 34mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM also has a larger diameter of 90mm compared to the Samyang 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS 's 68mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Samyang 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS and Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Samyang 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS and the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM Size and Weight 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 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS weighs 375g, which means it is 575g (60%) lighter than the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM which has a weight of 950g.
Filter Threads
The Samyang 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS has a filter size of 62mm whereas the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Samyang 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS :
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM:
Lens Mounts
The Samyang 50mm F1.2 AS UMC CS has the Micro Four Thirds lens mount whereas the Canon RF 50mm F1.2L USM has the Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are OM System OM-3 Astro , OM System OM-5 II and OM System OM-3 for the Micro Four Thirds Mount and Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount.
Canon EF-M , Fujifilm X and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.2 .
