In this review, we'll compare the Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 EF for the EF Mount with the Rokinon 14mm f2.8 for the EF Mount, both Wideangle Prime lenses designed by Samyang and Rokinon, respectively. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 14mm and F2.8 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 AF 14mm F2.8 EF and Rokinon 14mm f2.8 lenses good for?
The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 EF and the Rokinon 14mm f2.8 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Photography Type |
Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 EF |
Rokinon 14mm f2.8 |
Bird/Wildlife | Poor | Poor |
Sports | Poor | Poor |
Portrait | Fair | Fair |
Travel | Fair | Fair |
Street | Average | Average |
Wedding | Fair | Fair |
Walk Around | Fair | Fair |
Vlogging | Good | Good |
Landscape | Good | Good |
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. Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 EF weighs 485g, which means it is 67g (12%) lighter than the Rokinon 14mm f2.8 which has a weight of 552g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.
Ultra-Wideangle Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Lens Mounts
Both the Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 EF and the Rokinon 14mm f2.8 has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.
Rokinon 14mm f2.8 is also available in Nikon F (FX) , Four Thirds, Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha and Samsung NX mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
14mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.