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 Z and the Rokinon 14mm f2.8 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 MF 14mm F2.8 Z is the longer of the two lenses at 124mm. The Rokinon 14mm f2.8 with a length of 96mm, is 28mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 87mm.
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. Rokinon 14mm f2.8 weighs 552g, 31% (258g) lighter than the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z 's weight of 810g.
Lens Mounts
The Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z has the Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Rokinon 14mm f2.8 has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon Zf, Nikon Z8 and Nikon Z30 for the Nikon Z Mount and Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Rokinon 14mm f2.8 is also available in Canon EF , Four Thirds, Pentax KAF, Sony Alpha and Samsung NX mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
14mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.