The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2 and the Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS 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. Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 105mm. The Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2 with a length of 75mm, is 30mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM also has a larger diameter of 87mm compared to the Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2's 78mm 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. Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2 weighs 548g, which means it is 402g (42%) lighter than the Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM which has a weight of 950g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Prime Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
The Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2 has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM:
Lens Mounts
Both the Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2 and the Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.
Samyang MF 85mm F1.4 Mk2 is also available in Canon EF-M , Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds, Nikon F (FX) and Sony E mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.