The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE and the Olympus ED 75mm f1.8 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
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 75mm F1.8 FE weighs 230g, which means it is 75g (24%) lighter than the Olympus ED 75mm f1.8 which has a weight of 305g.
Filter Threads
Both the Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE and the Olympus ED 75mm f1.8 have the same Filter thread size of 58mm.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 FE has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Olympus ED 75mm f1.8 has the Micro Four Thirds lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony A9 III, Sony A7C Mark II and Sony A7CR for the Sony E Mount and OM System OM-1 II, Panasonic G9 II and OM System OM-5 for the Micro Four Thirds Mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
75mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.8.