In this review, we'll compare the Samyang 85mm F1.8 ED UMC CS for the X Mount with the Rokinon 85mm F1.8 for the X Mount, both Telephoto Prime lenses designed by Samyang and Rokinon, respectively. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 85mm and F1.8 so they are very comparable in this regard.
We'll begin by briefly examining the main specifications of these two lenses. In the subsequent section, we'll delve into a more detailed analysis, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each.
What type of photography are the Samyang 85mm F1.8 ED UMC CS and Rokinon 85mm F1.8 lenses good for?
The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang 85mm F1.8 ED UMC CS and the Rokinon 85mm F1.8 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Photography Type |
Samyang 85mm F1.8 ED UMC CS |
Rokinon 85mm F1.8 |
Bird/Wildlife | Average | Average |
Sports | Good | Good |
Portrait | Excellent | Excellent |
Travel | Fair | Fair |
Street | Average | Average |
Wedding | Very Good | Very Good |
Walk Around | Fair | Fair |
Vlogging | Average | Average |
Landscape | Fair | Fair |
Size and Weight Comparison
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.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Prime Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Samyang 85mm F1.8 ED UMC CS and the Rokinon 85mm F1.8 have the same Filter thread size of 62mm.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Samyang 85mm F1.8 ED UMC CS and the Rokinon 85mm F1.8 has the same Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are Fujifilm X-S20, Fujifilm X-T5 and Fujifilm X-H2.
Samyang 85mm F1.8 ED UMC CS is also available in Canon EF-M and Sony E mounts.
Rokinon 85mm F1.8 is also available in Canon EF-M and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.8.