The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Samyang XP 35mm F1.2 and the Canon 35mm f2 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. Samyang XP 35mm F1.2 is the longer of the two lenses at 117mm. The Canon 35mm f2 IS USM with a length of 63mm, is 54mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Samyang XP 35mm F1.2 also has a larger diameter of 93mm compared to the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM'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. Canon 35mm f2 IS USM weighs 335g, 69% (771g) lighter than the Samyang XP 35mm F1.2's weight of 1106g.
Filter Threads
The Samyang XP 35mm F1.2 has a filter size of 86mm whereas the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM has a 67mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 86mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Samyang XP 35mm F1.2:
And these are the 67mm filters that we recommend for the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM:
Lens Mounts
Both the Samyang XP 35mm F1.2 and the Canon 35mm f2 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.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm but while Samyang XP 35mm F1.2 has the fastest aperture of
F1.2, the Canon 35mm f2 IS USM's widest aperture value is
F2.0.