The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE and the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro 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. Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE is the longer of the two lenses at 64mm. The Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro with a length of 63mm, is 1mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has a larger diameter of 74mm compared to the Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE's 65mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE and Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE and the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro 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 AF 35mm F1.8 FE weighs 210g, which means it is 95g (31%) lighter than the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro which has a weight of 305g.
Filter Threads
The Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE has a filter size of 58mm whereas the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has a 52mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE:
And these are the 52mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro:
Lens Mounts
The Samyang AF 35mm F1.8 FE has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Canon RF 35mm F1.8 IS STM Macro has the Canon RF lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5 , Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Canon R6 V , Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.8 .
