The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II and the Canon 35mm f1.4L 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. Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II is the longer of the two lenses at 115mm. The Canon 35mm f1.4L USM with a length of 86mm, is 29mm shorter. On the other hand, the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM has a larger diameter of 79mm compared to the Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II's 75mm diameter.
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. Canon 35mm f1.4L USM weighs 580g, 11% (79g) lighter than the Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II's weight of 659g.
Filter Threads
The Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM:
Lens Mounts
The Samyang AF 35mm f1.4 FE II has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Canon 35mm f1.4L USM has the Canon EF 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 Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.
