The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the TTArtisan AF 14mm F3.5 and the Samyang AF 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 AF 14mm F2.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 98mm. The TTArtisan AF 14mm F3.5 with a length of 37mm, is 61mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 also has a larger diameter of 86mm compared to the TTArtisan AF 14mm F3.5's 63mm 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 AF 14mm F3.5 weighs 98g, which means it is 407g (80%) lighter than the Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 which has a weight of 505g.
Lens Mounts
Both the TTArtisan AF 14mm F3.5 and the Samyang AF 14mm F2.8 has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony ZV-E10 II, Sony A6700 and Sony FX30.
TTArtisan AF 14mm F3.5 is also available in the Fujifilm X mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
14mm but while TTArtisan AF 14mm F3.5 has the fastest aperture of
F3.5, the Samyang AF 14mm F2.8's widest aperture value is
F2.8.