The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the TTArtisan 14mm F2.8 and the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z 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 TTArtisan 14mm F2.8 with a length of 75mm, is 49mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z also has a larger diameter of 87mm compared to the TTArtisan 14mm F2.8's 65mm 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. TTArtisan 14mm F2.8 weighs 437g, which means it is 373g (46%) lighter than the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z which has a weight of 810g.
Lens Mounts
The TTArtisan 14mm F2.8 has the Canon RF lens mount whereas the Samyang MF 14mm F2.8 Z has the Nikon Z lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Canon R6 V, Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount and Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount.
TTArtisan 14mm F2.8 is also available in the Sony E , Nikon Z and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
14mm and the fastest aperture of
F2.8.