The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Zeiss Otus 35mm f1.4 and the Samyang 35mm F1.4 P FE 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. Zeiss Otus 35mm f1.4 is the longer of the two lenses at 101mm. The Samyang 35mm F1.4 P FE with a length of 99mm, is 2mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Zeiss Otus 35mm f1.4 also has a larger diameter of 77mm compared to the Samyang 35mm F1.4 P FE's 75mm 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 35mm F1.4 P FE weighs 470g, 32% (228g) lighter than the Zeiss Otus 35mm f1.4's weight of 698g.
Filter Threads
Both the Zeiss Otus 35mm f1.4 and the Samyang 35mm F1.4 P FE have the same Filter thread size of 67mm.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Zeiss Otus 35mm f1.4 and the Samyang 35mm F1.4 P FE has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V.
Zeiss Otus 35mm f1.4 is also available in the Nikon Z and Canon RF mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
35mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.
