The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 FE and the Samyang 35mm F1.2 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 35mm F1.2 is the longer of the two lenses at 74mm. The Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 FE with a length of 33mm, is 41mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Samyang 35mm F1.2 also has a larger diameter of 68mm compared to the Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 FE's 62mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 FE and Samyang 35mm F1.2 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 FE and the Samyang 35mm F1.2 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 F2.8 FE weighs 85g, which means it is 335g (79%) lighter than the Samyang 35mm F1.2 which has a weight of 420g.
Filter Threads
The Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 FE has a filter size of 49mm whereas the Samyang 35mm F1.2 has a 62mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 49mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 FE:
And these are the 62mm filters that we recommend for the Samyang 35mm F1.2:
Lens Mounts
The Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 FE has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Samyang 35mm F1.2 has the Canon EF-M 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
Fujifilm X , Micro Four Thirds and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm but while Samyang AF 35mm F2.8 FE has the fastest aperture of
F2.8 , the Samyang 35mm F1.2's widest aperture value is
F1.2 .
