The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 and the Samyang 14mm F2.8 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 14mm F2.8 weighs 552g, 14% (97g) lighter than the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2's weight of 649g.
Lens Mounts
The Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 has the Canon EF-M lens mount whereas the Samyang 14mm F2.8 has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon M50 II, Canon M200 and Canon M6 MII for the Canon EF-M Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Mk2 is also available in the Canon EF , Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Nikon F (FX) and Sony E mounts.
Samyang 14mm F2.8 is also available in Nikon F (FX) , Four Thirds, Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha, Sony E and Samsung NX mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
14mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.
