CameraDecision
  • CAMERAS
    • All Cameras
    • Cameras by Brand
      • Sony Cameras
      • Canon Cameras
      • Nikon Cameras
      • Pentax Cameras
      • Fujifilm Cameras
      • Olympus Cameras
      • Panasonic Cameras
      • Leica Cameras
      • Samsung Cameras
    • Cameras by Body Type
      • Mirrorless Cameras
      • DSLR Cameras
      • Compact Cameras
      • Bridge Cameras
      • Waterproof Cameras
  • LENSES
    • All Lenses
    • Lenses by Mount
      • Sony E Mount Lenses
      • Canon RF Mount Lenses
      • Nikon Z Mount Lenses
      • Canon EF Mount Lenses
      • Canon EF M Mount Lenses
      • Canon EF S Mount Lenses
      • Nikon F Mount Lenses
      • Fujifilm X Mount Lenses
      • Micro Four Thirds Mount Lenses
      • Leica L Mount Lenses
      • Pentax KAF Mount Lenses
      • Fujifilm G Mount Lenses
      • Sigma SA Mount Lenses
      • Sony Alpha Mount Lenses
    • Teleconverters
  • TOOLS
    • Cameras
      • Smart Find
      • 1-on-1 Comparison
    • Lenses
      • Smart Find
      • 1-on-1 Comparison
  • BLOG

Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 vs Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 II ASPH

x
Lens to replace
Change

Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2

Wideangle Prime | Micro Four Thirds

Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2
CHECK PRICE

BUY from B&H PHOTO
Change
    
Panasonic 14mm F2.5 II ASPH

Wideangle Prime | Micro Four Thirds

Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 II ASPH
CHECK PRICE

BUY from B&H PHOTO

Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 vs Panasonic 14mm F2.5 II ASPH Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 and Panasonic 14mm F2.5 II ASPH, two Wideangle Prime lenses from Samyang and Panasonic. Both cameras have the same focal range of 14mm but different max apertures: Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 has a max aperture of F2.8 while the Panasonic 14mm F2.5 II ASPH has a max aperture of F2.5.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 Key Specs

  • 14mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • Weight: 649g.
  • Diameter: 87mm
  • Length: 96mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.28m
  • Max Magnification:0.08x

Panasonic 14mm F2.5 II ASPH Key Specs

  • 14mm Focal Range
  • F2.5 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 46mm
  • Max Format:
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • Weight: 55g.
  • Diameter: 56mm
  • Length: 21mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.18m
  • Max Magnification:0.1x

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 is the longer of the two lenses at 96mm. The Panasonic 14mm F2.5 II ASPH with a length of 21mm is 75mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 also has a larger diameter of 87mm compared to Panasonic 14mm F2.5 II ASPH's 56mm diameter.

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Panasonic 14mm F2.5 II ASPH weighs 55g, 1080% (594g) lighter than the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2's weight of 649g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Wideangle Prime Lenses in Micro Four Thirds Mount for size comparison purposes.

Wideangle Prime Lenses in Micro Four Thirds Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 25mm F1.4 II ASPH Lens Panasonic 25mm F1.4 II ASPH
55mm
63mm 205g Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 15mm F1.7 ASPH Lens Panasonic Leica 15mm F1.7
36mm
58mm 115g Amazon B&H Photo
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f1.8 Lens Olympus M 17mm f1.8
36mm
58mm 120g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Micro Four Thirds Lens Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN MFT
92mm
72mm 405g Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Lumix G 20mm F1.7 II ASPH Lens Panasonic 20mm F1.7 II ASPH
26mm
63mm 87g Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Lumix G Leica DG Summilux 12mm F1.4 ASPH Lens Panasonic DG 12mm F1.4
70mm
70mm 335g Amazon B&H Photo
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f2.8 Pancake Lens Olympus M 17mm f2.8 Pancake
22mm
57mm 71g Amazon B&H Photo
Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 9mm F1.7 ASPH Lens Panasonic 9mm F1.7 ASPH
52mm
61mm 130g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 and Panasonic 14mm F2.5 II ASPH has the same Micro Four Thirds lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Micro Four Thirds lenses are Panasonic GH6, OM System OM-1 and Panasonic GH5 II.

Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 is also available in Canon EF , Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Nikon F (FX) and Sony E mounts.

Focal Range

Reasons to choose Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 over Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 II ASPH

Diaphgragm Blades 9 vs 7 Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Distance Scale Yes vs No Distance Scale to assist focusing
Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs No Depth of Field scale to assist focusing
Aperture Ring Yes vs No able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Max Sensor Coverage 35mm FF vs FourThirds covers larger sensors
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Reasons to choose Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 II ASPH over Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2
Max Aperture - Wide 2.5 vs 2.8 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 2.5 vs 2.8 Wider aperture at tele end
Autofocus Yes vs No Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Weight 55g vs 649g 594g lighter
Diameter 56mm vs 87mm 31mm smaller in diameter
Length 21mm vs 96mm 75mm shorter
Minimum Focus Distance 0.18m vs 0.28m can focus closer to the subject
Max Magnification 0.1x vs 0.08x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Common Strengths of Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 and Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 II ASPH
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Common Weaknesses of Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 and Panasonic Lumix G 14mm F2.5 II ASPH
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization



**This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 vs Panasonic 14mm F2.5 II ASPH Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 Panasonic 14mm F2.5 II ASPH
Brand Samyang Panasonic
Lens Type Prime Prime
Price CHECK PRICE CHECK PRICE
Lens Type Wideangle Prime Wideangle Prime
Lens Mount Micro Four Thirds Micro Four Thirds
Max Format 35mm FF FourThirds
Focal Range 14mm 14mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black Unknown
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No No
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F2.5
Min Aperture F22 F22.0
Aperture Ring Yes No
Diaphragm Blades 9 7
Optics
Optical Elements 14 6
Optical Groups 10 5
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.28m 0.18m
Max Magnification 0.08X 0.1X
Autofocus No Yes
AF Motor Type No AF Micromotor
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes No
DoF Scale Yes No
Distance Scale Yes No
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 649g 55g
Diameter 87mm 56mm
Length 96mm 21mm
Materials Unknown Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes Unknown
Filter Thread Unknown 46mm
Filter Notes - does not rotate on focusing
Hood Supplied Yes No
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar Unknown No
Optional Accessories - -
Report a Correction Report a Correction
FOLLOW US


Latest Lenses
Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Sony E | F1.4 Wideangle Prime
Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art
Sony E | F1.4 Wideangle Prime
Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM
Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM
Canon RF | F4.5–6.3 Wideangle Zoom
Canon RF 24mm F1.8 Macro IS STM
Canon RF 24mm F1.8 Macro IS STM
Canon RF | F1.8 Wideangle Prime
Nikon Nikkor 400mm F4.5 VR S
Nikon Nikkor 400mm F4.5 VR S
Nikon Z | F4.5 Telephoto Prime
Most Popular Lenses
Sigma 300-800mm F5.6 EX DG HSM
Sigma 300-800mm F5.6 EX DG HSM
300-800mm | F5.6 Telephoto Zoom
Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS
Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS
24-105mm | F4 Standard Zoom
Nikon AF Nikkor 70-300mm f4-5.6G
Nikon AF Nikkor 70-300mm f4-5.6G
70-300mm | F4.0 - F5.6 Telephoto Zoom
Fujifilm XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
Fujifilm XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
18-55mm | F2.8 - F4.0 Standard Zoom
Nikon AF Nikkor 80-400mm f4.5-5.6D ED VR
Nikon AF Nikkor 80-400mm f4.5-5.6D ED VR
80-400mm | F4.5 - F5.6 Telephoto Zoom
Copyright © 2022 by CameraDecision
Privacy About Contact Us SpeakerDecision

Report a Correction